Fine Art Adviser

Accurate and correct evaluation of the artwork’s present-day market value and potential art dynamics is the cornerstone of an art professional’s competence. You need to know what determines the value of art to understand whether you’re paying a fair price and have a generally fair deal. Here is a guide to the main value-setting factors you should consider.

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A pervasive stereotype in all fields, including art, states that a degree increases one’s chances for professional success. However, it’s much more complicated than that, especially when it comes to such an elusive and creative area as art. In some cases, and for some people, an art degree can be a source of guidance and inspiration. For others, it’s nothing but wasted time and money. In this blog post, we are discussing the pros and cons of art education to dispel some common myths on this topic.

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Many people dream of becoming an art collector, and some of them falsely believe that it’s enough to have a pile of money to be a good one. Yet, truly successful art collectors need to blend a creative passion, a unique esthetic taste, and a thorough understanding of investment nuances. This article covers the fundamentals of mastering the art collector’s craft.

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Fine art is a centuries-old element of human culture and heritage, which can’t be tied to a certain epoch or period. People have been admiring art for many centuries, if not millennia, and each historical era used to have its own interpretation of art esthetics, methods, and approaches. Contemporary art is also an essential part of art history, and every art business owner, even the one specializing in Renaissance or Medieval artwork, should have at least a basic understanding of contemporary art trends. Here is why.

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If you pursue a professional career as an artist and sell your works to a variety of clients, you should be ready to cater to the international clientele as the number of your fans grows. Thus, sooner or later, you are sure to come across the need to send your artwork to another country. Yet, shipping art internationally is different from a hassle-free local delivery. Read on to learn all the nuances of international shipping and master this art like a pro.

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