Buying Art

Practical advice on purchasing art within your budget and understanding different buying options. Articles explain commissioning directly from artists, securing arts council loans and identifying affordable pieces.

Arts Council Loans

Get interest-free loans of £100 to £2,000 to buy art from over 250 galleries across England through the Arts Council's Own Art scheme.

Buying Art for Your Home

Choosing art for your home is a deeply personal way to express who you are through your taste and style.

How to Commission an Artwork Direct from an Artist

Get a custom artwork made by commissioning an artist directly instead of hunting through galleries for the perfect piece.

How to Find Affordable Art for Your Art Collection

Buy quality art on a budget by shopping at graduate shows, art fairs, and online galleries instead of traditional dealers.

Investing in Sculpture

Buy sculpture as art only if you genuinely love it, understand the market is small but potentially lucrative for the right pieces.

Thrifty Art Collecting

You can build a serious art collection on a tight budget if you focus on quality over quantity and know where to look.

What to Buy When Starting Your Art Collection?

Start your art collection by learning what actually matters when buying your first piece, from investment sense to personal taste.