purchasing artwork

[beastieangel01]

I know it probably depends on the size/piece, but if you were buying original art, how much would you pay for it or expect to pay for it?

things ranging from graphite 8x10 drawings, up to a medium sized canvas painting?

Also do people expect things to be framed when they buy something or does it vary and they are fine with it either way?

I'd like to know these things. Thanks :D

[Nuzzolese]

It's always way overpriced in my opinion, 200 - 300 dollars and yes they do frame them for you that's just nice.

[abcdefz]

Hard to say. A piece of art is kinda worth whatever the last person paid for it or the first person is willing to pay for it or the artist or owner is willing to sell it for.

Just paint something yourself. You'll probably enjoy it more, anyway. More meaning.

[beastieangel01]

It's always way overpriced in my opinion, 200 - 300 dollars and yes they do frame them for you that's just nice.

noted.

and yes I was looking at options for selling, not buying. Althgouh I want to buy some one day when I can afford it.

[ms.peachy]

I know it probably depends on the size/piece, but if you were buying original art, how much would you pay for it or expect to pay for it?

things ranging from graphite 8x10 drawings, up to a medium sized canvas painting?

Also do people expect things to be framed when they buy something or does it vary and they are fine with it either way?

I'd like to know these things. Thanks :D
It is all just so subjective.

For a new artist selling drawings, don't sell yourself too cheaply, but make things affordable enough to attract people. Also, where are you going to be selling from? If it's an artist's market/craft fair sort of thing, you want to price some things so that people can buy them with cash they have in their wallets. I would put drawings in a simple black frame as well.

Paintings I would put in the low-hundreds range, depending on size and complexity.

[Parkey]

It is all just so subjective.

For a new artist selling drawings, don't sell yourself too cheaply, but make things affordable enough to attract people. Also, where are you going to be selling from? If it's an artist's market/craft fair sort of thing, you want to price some things so that people can buy them with cash they have in their wallets. I would put drawings in a simple black frame as well.

Paintings I would put in the low-hundreds range, depending on size and complexity.
Are you going to New Designers this year Ms Peachy?

[ms.peachy]

Are you going to New Designers this year Ms Peachy?
I shouldn't. We're renovating a house this year, I can't be buying art for a bit :(

[Parkey]

I shouldn't. We're renovating a house this year, I can't be buying art for a bit :(
I was there today and despite the subdued mood, there was some really good stuff on show (y)

[marsdaddy]

Like everyone says, very subjective. Price something at what you think it's worth. If it's any good, someone will make you an offer. It might be less than you priced it for. If it's not, price the next piece higher.

Oh, and if you frame it, the price should be more -- definitely worth framing, if appropriate.

[abcdefz]

How's your new job treating you Atoz?




(y) :D


Just not much time to surf. :o

[beastieangel01]

thanks for the extra input.

I am not sure what work I will sell exactly yet. I am just dabbling with the idea since I've gotten questions in regards to if I'm selling any of my current art. The hardest part is, when I make a piece, it's like my baby, and selling it feels weird.

Now that I have tons of bills though, I don't feel as bad making some art to sell, haha :rolleyes:

[i'mcrafty]

post some pictures with the price your thinking of...and then it'll be easier!
so, POST SOME PICTURES OF YOUR ART!!! :)

[zorra_chiflada]

depends on the popularity of the artist, and if the artist has sold work before.
anything from tens of dollars to thousands for an up and coming artist.

[ET]

Price your work based on how much effort you put into the piece. By effort I mean materials, thought, and hard work. If you think no one in their right mind would pay that price drop it down a bit. I'd drop the price quite a bit if someone of stature is interested in your art. That could spread the word and get you some more offers in the future. Bling blaaang!

But you have bills so I'd try something reasonable but be willing to negotiate. :cool:


Hi Norcen.