When graffiti ties to fashion, both become indistinct. People can not tell which one natures the other one. Following the great success of Louis Vuitton Graffiti Collection, Swatch, the most creative watch brand, begins the Journey of Graffiti.

Swatch is away good at making “crossover” between art and fashion. The Swatch POP series, created together with British Punk Godmother Vivienne Westwood, has become a timeless classic with the iconic planet and cross. This year, Swatch cooperates with four internationally known artists to create a new fantastic works on the world’s smallest canvas of Swatch.

Here Watch Impression gives briefer introduction of the artists and their wonderful watches that has greatly enriched Swatch CreArt Collection.

French Artist Billy believes in his ” Art Returns to Reality” idea. He calls the reality “City ecosystem” which is like a kaleidoscope reflecting the diversity and pleasant elements of human spirit. His art concept turns the tradition around. While other artist turns reality into art, Billy makes art a reality. That is why his works have high art value as well as high commercial value. The Billy the Artist for Swatch CreArt Collection. hide mysterious faces in the complex patterns, which reflects the those restless hearts in the cities.

Grems is a young French Street painter, rapper, hip hop artist and designer. A man of various identities and positions. His works has elevated the street painting to another level. His art kingdom has expanded to the metro, showroom windows and the fashion activities. The Grems the Artist for Swatch CreArt Collection for Swatch features the Carton images of Street dancing, colorful symbols and letters, very interesting.

Matthew Langille is a prolific young artist living in New York. He was once fond of glass-blowing like a child. He joined the art installation in France and undertook ceramic making and life drawing in the United States before turning to print-making and drawing in colleges. His art has distinctive style with not a few witty elements. He walks freely in the ever-changing art and fashion world. The Matthew Langille the Artist for Swatch CreArt Collection continues his unique style. The lovely carton images in childish hands brings a funny feel.

Ted Scapa, a famous artist from Holland has devoted a lifetime to paint and creative ideas. He has been writing, making and editing books about arts for 35 years. He has also been working as he has also been working as a painter, sculptor and designer of art objects ranging from rugs to lamps. The Ted Scapa the Artist for Swatch CreArt Collection presents a group of ski players performing super techniques. These four watches show Ted Scapa’s love and enthusiasms to colors and creative ideas.

The brand new Swatch CreArt Collection has been launched for half a month. The “wearable art” is suitable for both children and adults for any casual and joyful moment.

By: Amily Hahn

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Do you consider yourself a Monet or Picasso just waiting for your work to be discovered? It can be very stressful being a starving artist if your passion is your art, but you aren’t able to make a living at it. Yet you may not have even investigated or researched how to sell your art.

There are many venues and opportunities for artists to explore to get the word out about their work. Before knowing which venue might be best for you, there are a few steps to take.

First you need to develop your own unique artistic identity. Think of this as branding yourself. How do you wish to be known. You must have a memorable and recognizable identity before you worry about how to sell art.

You should also set goals for yourself. What do you want to accomplish with your art. Is it a hobby or lifelong passion in which you intend to make a full time living. Determine the answer to that before you try to find out how to sell your art.

You should determine the target market for your art. What are their demographics? Of course, you aren’t limited to your local area alone these days because, with a web presence, you can easily use the reach of the internet to even learn how to sell art online.

Don’t rely only on the internet, however, as it can be very impersonal. You will also wish to network with other artists and galleries in order to become a serious and successful artist.

One thing you will most certainly need is patience. If you are committed to your goal, don’t give up and be sure to give your artistic expression time to blossom.

After you’ve done all of the pre-planning as outlined above, set goals and established your brand, then you can move ahead with the marketing and learn how to sale your art.

If you would like to find out the steps I took to discover how to sell my art work, you’ll find a link to a great guide below.

By: Rachel Gillespe

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I have spent the last six months as a Fine Art Auctioneer aboard cruise ships sailing in Northern Europe, the Caribbean, and Alaska. The crowds at my auctions were a mix of veteran art collectors, newbie art collectors, the curious,the bored,and the lost. Some of them bought art, but most did not. Those that did not buy had a similar refrain: they were not comfortable enough in their knowledge of art to confidently make a purchase.

Yet, all of these folks had some sort of art on their walls at home. Perhaps not art, per se; what was on their walls might better be described as posters. Many were interested in collecting original art; they just did not know how to begin. The purpose of this article is to offer a primer on how to begin to collect original art. We will accomplish three things: 1. You will understand the relationship between the artist, the medium and the price; 2. You will have an understanding of your current art collection, and how to go to the next level; 3. You will know how to safely and confidently expand your art collection.

To collect art confidently, you must know four things: 1. Who is the artist? 2. Is the work original? 3. How rare is the artwork? 4. Where did the work come from? Let us examine each of these points in greater detail.

The price of an artwork is impacted the most by the name of the artist. For the sake of this discussion, think of the artist as if he was a branded commercial product. Consider cars and watches. Which car is the more desirable brand; Mercedes or Ford? Which watch is more desirable, Rolex or Timex? What makes Mercedes and Rolex more desirable? The materials and workmanship that goes into the product. What makes an artist the best? Artistic skill, content, and creativity. Some artists are Rolex, and some are Timex. Who determines which artist is a Rolex and which is a Timex? Usually the critics decide. If the critics make a fuss about a particular artist, the buzz creates demand for the artists work. The physical constraints of producing a lot of one-of-a-kind artwork keeps the supply low. When demand outstrips supply, prices go up. You will pay more for a Picasso than you will for a similar LeKinff, because the supply of available Picassos is low, and his name is the stronger artistic brand.

Let us next consider what constitutes original artwork. The popular misconception is that the term original means one-of-a-kind, or the first one produced. That is not the case. The root of the word original is origin. Original artwork is any artwork that originates with the artist. The artwork does not have to be the only copy to be original; the term original applies to art prints as well as paintings. If an artist creates a limited edition print set, the set still originates with the artist and every print in the set is original artwork. When Marcel Mouly created a set of lithographs, his artistic intention was to create a lithographic set. Each color was laid onto a separate stone, and colors were laid from the stone onto the paper one color at a time. When he was finished, the stones were destroyed, and the paper prints remained. Mouly created the set. The set originated with Mouly. Each print in the set is original artwork.

The third factor in determining the price of an artwork is rarity. As mentioned above, supply and demand play a big role in determining the selling price of an artwork. The more rare a type of artwork is, the more expensive it will be. For purposes of collecting, there are four established levels of collectibles, based on the rarity of the type of artwork. I will designate these levels A, B, C, and D.

The A level of collectibles is one-of-a-kind artwork. Paintings, drawings, etc. that are one of a kind will bring the highest price relative to the particular artist. A painting by Picasso sells for more than a limited edition print by Picasso. A drawing by Norman Rockwell will sell for more than a Norman Rockwell print of the same drawing.

The B level of collectibles is relatively new to the art scene: embellished works. An embellished work starts out as a limited edition print, and then the artist over paints the print. Each over paint is slightly different, so the each is considered to be an original variation. Embellished works generally look like a painting and feel like a painting, but sell for considerably less than a one-of-a-kind painting.

The C level of collecting is signed and numbered graphic works, commonly called limited edition art prints. Most folks who are new to art collecting will begin with limited edition art prints. Art prints have been around for hundreds of years. The Japanese were producing art print woodcuts in the eleventh century, and the German Albrecht Durer’s wood cuts and Rembrandt’s etchings are unrivaled hundreds of years after the works were created. You will find five types of collectible art prints on the market today: woodcuts, etchings, lithographs, serigraphs,and giclees. It is outside of the scope of this article to discuss the techniques involved in each type of print. Suffice it to say that these print techniques are taught in major art schools all over the world and are accepted as original works of art.

The D level of collecting is open edition art, commonly called poster art. Poster art is created in print shops, not art studios. The posters are printed until no one buys them anymore. They usually sell for a few dollars unframed. Such prints are commonly found in department stores and furniture stores.

The fourth consideration in valuing art is provenance, or proof that the artwork is genuine. These days, it is easy to use technology to duplicate artwork on a large scale. It is tough to tell the fakes from the real thing. So, if you are buying original artwork it is important to know where it came from. Is there a bill of sale? Was it purchased from the artist himself, or from a reputable art dealer? Art passes from generation to generation. The artworks documentation should follow the artwork, so that it will be easy to establish that it is genuine. Without reliable documentation that proves the work is original, the value plummets. Provenance is to artwork what pedigree is to a dog. You expect to pay more for a dog with pedigree papers, and you should expect to pay more for artwork with provenance.

With the above information, you should be able to walk into an art gallery and get a sense of the relative value of the artworks. You know that one-of-a-kind works will be more expensive than prints, but that prints are still original artwork. You know that artists with the greatest demand bring the highest prices. A print by a famous artist may cost more than a painting by a less famous artist. It is all relative. Above all, your guiding consideration should be that you like to look at it.

By: Wayne Jordan

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In order to become an art collector there are a few simple tricks to keep in mind. The most important is it requires the desire to own, research, chase down, and buy for the love of art. This can be a very engaging and fulfilling leisure activity and anyone can be an art collector. Here is a short guide and some tips to get you started.

First of all research artists and art history periods that strike your interest, and be honest with your tastes- it’s important to collect pieces that you personally like and reflect your tastes and identity. This is your art collection, make it yours and not somebody else’s. You can do online searches, art bookstores, go to local museums or galleries, museums usually have educational workshops people can attend for art history lectures.

Give yourself a budget. You may be at first driven by your instinctive likes, but if the piece you have your heart set on is super expensive and this is not in your budget- don’t give up, there are so many other options

You can visit art festivals, galleries, dealerships, artist studios, art fairs, art auctions. For more information on events you can visit sites like MutualArt.com which tailor to your artistic interests and let you know of artists or events happening in your area.

Once you find a piece you like, it may be helpful to ask around and talk with people like art consultants, art dealers, other art collectors to help you with your research with any doubts you may have (such as the authenticity, the price range, the worth of an art piece)

Then, make sure the art is suitable in your home, that you have a place to put it either in view or in storage. There’s nothing worse than buying a piece you love and not giving it the space it needs to be viewed.

Finally, document your art piece and put it in file, you never know when you might need proof of purchase and ownership. Make sure to include a photograph, name of artist, title of work, provenance (previous owners, where it came from), proof of authenticity, year created, where you bought it from, or any other information that could be relevant for the artwork.

Don’t forget that once settled in your home, take a step back, appreciate and enjoy the art piece. Know that you have a one of a kind work and it is all yours, for your pleasure, and that the thrill of the chase was worth it.

For future collecting and expanding on your collection you can start thinking about what specific element it is you like about your art piece, and try looking for this in your art collecting research. This way when you build up your collection not only will you have art that you enjoy, but your artworks will start creating links to one another, and in this sense will be a collection with a common theme.

Remember it’s essential that you buy art you enjoy and have fun!

By: Kieran Shep

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Art galleries are ideal platform for displaying visual arts, be it painting, sculpture, or photography. Art galleries are a collected culmination of endurance, time, effort, and tastes of many generations, in order to depict the diverse arts and cultures of various ages. Therefore, be it contemporary or traditional Fine Arts, art galleries house all. Promoting emerging artists of all ages, art galleries give them too a chance to flaunt their artworks, at times amidst internationally renowned artists. Committed to excellence in art, the top 10 art galleries proffer you a rich, memorable experience. This article tries to picture the top ten galleries of the world.

1. Musee Du Louvre, Paris. The Louvre of Paris is one of the most visited art museums of France. From its beginning as a royal fortress to the public gallery that we see today, Louvre, with it architectural superiority and one of the most stunning artistic collections, has dominated Paris ever since its establishment. The artworks on display in this art gallery have a universal appeal that strike a chord on all their spectators. Some exceptional paintings the museum houses include, Jacques-Louis David’s “The Coronation of Napoleon,” Hyacinth Rigaud’s “Louis XIV,” and Leonardo da Vinci’s “Mono Lisa” & “The Virgin on the Rock.”

2. The National Gallery, London. London’s National Gallery is an enthralling exhibition of the Western European art, where history is depicted and is well preserved. Founded in 1824, the art gallery houses a rich collection of over 2300 paintings belonging to 13th to 18th century. The gallery has always been a centre of criticism and controversy for not planning an effective management of space & on policies considering the preservation and the restorations of the artworks. Some imperative artworks are, Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Virgin Of The Rock” & “Burlington House Cartoon,” Raphael’s “Portraits of Pope Julius II” & “The Madonna of Pinks,” and Michelangelo’s “The Entombment” & “The Manchester Madonna.”

3. Museo Del Prado, Madrid. An art gallery in the capital city of Spain, it displays the stupendous & the royal Spanish anthology. It has an elaborate collection of approximately 5000 drawings, 2000 prints, 2000 decorative & work of arts, and 1000 coins & medals. The gallery houses one of the finest collections of Spanish paintings, especially by Diego Vel

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