Why Painting Is a Great Gift

We all want to give that gift that will delight and stand out. Here are a dozen great reasons you might not have thought of to consider visual art.

1. It’s Unexpected Gifting Option

When was the last time you excitedly unwrapped a gift to find a beautiful piece of art staring back at you? One that wonderfully encompassed the many layers of your relationship with the gifter while also speaking to your individual aesthetic sense?

Being the most under-used of gifting options means that art also tops the list of most unique gifts. So if you’re looking for something different from the typical run-of-the-mill gifts, paintings are just the thing!

2. It's Personal

It's often said that taste in art is personal. It's true and this is a GOOD thing when you're hunting for the perfect gift for someone you care about. If you know someone's taste well enough to buy a piece of art for them, whether it's because it compliments their style, aligns with their interests or represents that vibrant spark in their personality you appreciate so much the gift will celebrate how close you are and show the thought you put in to it.

3. It's Unique

Art is one of a kind. This means your gift will not find this present anywhere else and neither will any of their other friends! Go with original art and there is no way you'll be giving someone a dreaded (and embarrassing) repeat gift.

4. It's a Shared Experience

A present or experience? How about both! Art is obviously tangible but it is also an experience; of the artist, travel destination or art fair you purchased it from. it is also a powerful experience in and of itself.

5. They Won't Know How Much You Spent

You have a range of possibilities when it comes to visual art and it's nice to have a discreet price point for a gift. Your recipient won't ever pass a sale rack at Target and know exactly what you spent on their present.

6. It Could Appreciate in Value

Unlike the latest tech gadget, some super fancy soy candles, original art never becomes obsolete and often goes up in financial value as time goes on. Almost no other commodity does this. A piece of beauty to enjoy now could be financially or culturally significant down the road.

7. It Sparks Their Creativity

I've observed that people LOVE figuring out how to display their new art. Everyone wants to express themselves creatively but often people are intimidated (or lack time) to learn a new art form - but give them something to beautify their home or work environment and there will be no hesitation! Whether it's about framing and pairing the ideal mat and frame combination or just finding the perfect spot to place the art people, get in to it!

9. It's a Treat

An upside of art being seen as a luxury is that you'll be able to treat your gift to something they may not have purchased on their own. When we're budgeting we often cut out the very things that uplift our lives. Art can bring as much pleasure as a box of chocolates or massage and it's calorie free and lasts forever!

10. They'll Keep it Forever

Art lasts and people tend to treasure their art collections. It can not be replaced so people often keep art through relocations, even generations. For a modest investment you can give someone a gift they will keep their entire lives.

11. They'll Remember You

On top of all this, your friend will think you every time they look at their art.

Now it is your turn. What would you buy as your next gift?

Let me know via comments below.

Happy Shopping!

Kristina