Fine Art Adviser

The popularity of the NFT market is growing by leaps and bounds. More and more new collectors are starting to pay attention to non-fungible tokens and crypto art. Some people think that this is a highly risky investment that first needs to withstand the test of time. Others, though, are following more aggressive strategies and investing a lot of money into NFT art. Who is right in this case, and is it possible to capitalize on virtual art? At the end of the day, how to collect it?

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Truth be told, the fine art industry has never been a favorable niche for entrepreneurs due to the high investment risks, tough challenges, and numerous pitfalls. That is one of the reasons why you see galleries less often than, let’s say, movie theatres, dance studios, and gyms. However, difficult doesn’t mean impossible. If you are passionate about visual arts and you’d like to like to start an art gallery, there are some rules that you need to know to achieve success.

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Nowadays, faking oil paintings is one of the most widespread tendencies among art crooks. If you manage to create a believable reproduction of a famous work, you might well sell it for thousands or even millions of dollars. Whether you are a collector, an art adviser, or an art dealer, knowing how to detect art forgery is one of the basic skills you need to acquire. Here is a step-to-step guide on how to spot a liar and save your time and money when working with art.

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Among a bewildering variety of collectibles, art glass is probably one of the most unconventional options. Art made of glass is a risky investment due to the peculiarities of the material. Either sculpture or decoration, such pieces are highly valued among art connoisseurs and collectors, but only few decide to start a collection. If you are passionate about glass art despite all the difficulties, below you will find some handy tips on how to become a contemporary collector without breaking a sweat.

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Art transportation is one of the most fundamental services for the entire art market. From local artists to international art fairs, everyone and everything depend on the art logistics. When you ship art at short distances, you usually don’t attach significance to what art transport is used in the process. However, when you want to ship paintings overseas, the difference in means of transport is crucial. What vehicles are used in art logistics, and how to choose the right one?

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