Why give a work of art as a present?
A work of art makes a special and authentic gift for Christmas, a birthday, a farewell when someone is moving abroad, or any other occasion
Here are 8 good reasons to give a work of art:
1- A unique gift: A work of art is a one-of-a-kind piece, be it a painting or a sculpture. As for photography, even if it is a reproduction, it is based on a unique original and produced in a limited edition. This piece is sure to make a lasting impression on the recipient. 2- An original gift: Choosing a present always requires a great deal of thought. Finding the right gift isn’t easy and can quickly prove a real headache! A work of art is the perfect, well-thought-out gift that will always come as a surprise. Do you need help finding the perfect piece? Get in touch with us. 3- A personalised gift: Giving a work of art is no trivial gesture; it demonstrates the special place the recipient holds in your heart. Indeed, a personalised gift is always preferable to a ‘mass-produced item’. It’s a unique gift for a unique person! A little tip: choose a piece that you’d select for your own home
Manel N’doye
4- Affordable gift: Contrary to popular belief, a work of art can be affordable. Art is becoming more accessible and is now within everyone’s reach. You can find a wide variety of original works by talented artists to suit all budgets. At Art Kelen, we aim to reach as many people as possible, which is why we also offer affordable artworks. Please also note that at Art Kelen, delivery is free! 5- A gift that tells a story: By giving a painting, sculpture or photograph, you spark a conversation. Why did you choose this piece? What made you think of the person you’re giving it to? You can also talk about the artist, their background, their inspirations…When you buy a piece from Art Kelen, we introduce you to the artist, their story, their world, their inspirations, their country and their culture… 6- An ethical, eco-friendly and fair-trade gift: These days, every opportunity is seized upon to turn occasions into commercial celebrations: Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Father’s Day and Mother’s Day, Halloween…So much so that we sometimes feel overwhelmed by all this advertising pressure. Giving a work of art is a unique gift (as mentioned above) and therefore supports ethical and fair trade. It is eco-friendly, as many artists recycle and reuse their materials. It is fair, indeed, as the price of the artwork reflects the time and skill invested in its creation.
Ndawarabine series, Baba Diedhiou
7- A meaningful gift: By giving a work of art, you are supporting an artist’s work, encouraging them whilst enabling them to make a living from their passion. What’s more, given the incredibly turbulent and distressing times we’re going through, we need beauty and sharing more than ever.
‘Right now, we need to focus on things that are good for the soul as well as for the eyes. Now is the time to focus on the positive in order to fill the void caused by the lack of art, social distancing and the omnipresence of screens in our lives over the past few months. Julie LaCroix, Chief Executive of the Association of Contemporary Art Galleries”
8- An eclectic gift: There’s a wide variety on offer; you can choose from paintings, photographs, sculptures, illustrations, prints… and for each of these mediums, there are different styles and techniques, so the choice is vast! A quick tip: More and more artists are featuring their work on T-shirts, mugs and postcards – this can also be a lovely alternative that showcases artistic creativity.
Serge Mienandi