Artists convincing people that art is worth buying
Sometimes the challenge is not selling your work, but convincing people that they should buy anything at all!
If you find yourself in a conversation with an art sceptic, here are some tactful arguments you can make on behalf of art and artists.
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Art allows people to convey or demonstrate deeply held feelings and beliefs as well as moral, ethical, and political sentiments and it conjures those same thoughts and questions in the people viewing it. Owning a piece of art in your home means you, your family and guests are provoked. Conversation is never lacking.
Art encourages people to take brief moments out of their busy lives to reflect on important ideas.
Art makes people consider the ideal.
Art can stimulate the expression and interchange of thoughts, feelings, and ideas among total strangers who would not ordinarily talk to each other.
Art teaches children how to be creative and have fun with life.
Art beautifies and personalizes environments. Art can transform private homes or places of business.
Art in business environments can exude strength. An office with a bold, vibrant, oversized painting hanging on the wall directly behind the desk can be imposing and inspiring and promote feelings of respect.
An original work of art is not only visually appealing, but it also communicates the personality, abilities, creativity, inspiration, mind and sometimes the genius of the artist who created it. It also reflects positively on the buyer.
An original work of art reflects and often enhances the personality of the individual who owns it.
Commercial spaces such as restaurants, hotels, and meeting places can be more or less interesting and attractive to consumers depending on the art they display (or lack of it).
Across the country and around the world, artists move into troubled or blighted neighbourhoods and revitalise them with their artistry. Property values increase, new businesses move in and the overall quality of life improves immeasurably. ??Art as an investment can dramatically increase in value.
Art makes people proud to live, work, and play where they do. They point to their museums, public monuments and cultural institutions with pride.
