Journal

A common misconception about art is that it is for the wealthy and requires a body of knowledge and a set of language skills to understand and appreciate it. For many people, art can be intimidating as sometimes people may feel they do not have the knowledge about the artworks and therefore cannot participate in the discussion or extract meaning from the artworks themselves.

Geometry has been a powerful influence for artists for many centuries. The visual beauty and order that exists within geometric forms and shapes have lent artists the tools for recreating the natural world’s structured elements. While abstract art is a relatively new phenomenon, the use of geometry and mathematical planning can be seen in art over the centuries.

Art requires an audience to make it complete. If you are an art collector hoping to have your artworks exposed to a large audience and have a social impact, public art may be a good option for you to consider. Public art is artworks in any media (murals, paintings, sculptures, video art, and performance art etc.) that is staged in public spaces, usually outside and accessible to all.

Collaborations between artists and fashion designers is certainly not a new phenomenon. These joint creative works are becoming intrinsically more common in the fashion world. These collaborations are mutually beneficial as they create an external outlet for artists to showcase their works outside of the art world, and it allows for fashion designers to become a part of the art world as more than just clothing.

For some people, collecting art can be a daunting task. Whether it is choosing the right artist or navigating the gallery system, the art world is not always straightforward, especially for those with no previous experience in buying art. That’s why we want to give you a few simple tips to make collecting art a fun experience.

When beginning to collect art it's important to consider both contemporary and historical artworks and to distinguish which era is best tailored to your tastes. While contemporary and historic artworks appear to be so different, one is impossible to understand without the other.