20대에 그림 구입 시 알아야 할 것들 Everything You Need to Know About Buying Art in Your 20s
Everything You Need to Know About Buying Art in Your 20s
By Domino on July 7, 2018
Your 20s are a truly transitional time in life. Everything seems to be constantly changing—including the city you live in, your apartment, job (and salary!), friends, relationships, and priorities. Most times, it’s also when you finally get to furnish your first apartment, which is both scary and exciting, not to mention expensive. And whether you like it or not, what you choose to hang on your walls contributes to the feel of your apartment in a big way. The good news is that there is plenty of affordable art out there—but how do you navigate all the options and figure out what to do with them? Consider this a beginner's guide to filling your new wallspace…that won’t break the bank.
Art Collecting For Beginners - How To Start Buying Art
PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHELLE HERRICK AND KATE LINES
20대에 그림 구입 시 알아야 할 것들
20대는 생애에서 있어서 정말 전환기적인 시기다.
모든 것이 끊임없이 변화하는 것 처럼 보인다.
살고 있는 도시를 비롯해 아파트 친구 직업 인간관계 우선적인 것들 등
첫 아파트를 얻을 때의 두근거림과 흥분
그렇다고 꼭 비싼 아파트를 말하는 것은 아니다.
새 아파트 벽에 무엇을 걸어 놓을까 고민이 많은 것이다.
그림이라면 더 더욱 머리가 아프다.
그림에 지식이 전무하기 때문이다.
이글에서는 그림 초보자를 위한 가이드라인을 소개하고 있다.
황기철 콘페이퍼 에디터 큐레이터
Ki Chul Hwang, conpaper editor, curator
PHOTOGRAPHY BY FRAMEBRIDGE
Don’t be afraid to get help 물어보는 등 도움받는 것에 두려워마라
You don’t need to be an art history major or work at a gallery to have an impressive art display in your home. You just need a bit of help; and luckily, there’s no shortage of virtual destinations to help you achieve that. Our personal fave? Framebridge, whose just-launched online gallery wall-maker tool walks you through creating a custom display step-by-step—it even comes with a life-size hanging guide so even the DIY-averse will have no trouble installing the wall of their dreams. Simply upload your photos, rearrange the layout to suit your liking, and enter your shipping info.
Woven Raffia Frames in Natural, $28 | Prisma Multi Photo Display, Copper, $29.99.
Don’t splurge on the frame 그림 등의 액자에 많은 돈을 들이지 마라
Custom framing can double—or triple—the cost of your print or poster. New York City-based interior designer Lauren Wills reminded us to be smart and make sure there is a frame available online or at a store near you before purchasing. Ikea is a great resource, but be warned, they have funky, European sizes.
Oh Joy! You're OK Framed Wall Art – 20″ x 16″, $24.99 | Ampersand Decorative Print, $19.99. (PHOTOGRAPHY BY @THEBEZAR)
Order online 온라인으로 주문해라
There are so many great online resources where you can find affordable prints, poster, photography, and real art. Etsy and Bezar make it easy for you to connect with unique vendors, art.com will have any standard poster you’ve always had your eye on, and Minted has everything in between.
So Frondly, $139.99 | Urbanology 3, $274.99. (PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLI HALL)
Don’t be afraid to invest 투자에 인색하지 마라
While you might start out pinching pennies in your early 20s, over the years your salary and how much you’re willing to spend on your home will only increase. That means whatever feels like a lot of money now won’t feel like a big investment in a few years and you’ll get your money’s worth in the meantime.
White Shell/Abalone iPhone 6 Case, $39.99 | CLIC White Marble for iPhone 6, $79.99. (PHOTOGRAPHY BY @PARABOPRESS)
Turn your Instagrams into art 인스타그램을 미술분야로 바꿔라
Let’s be honest, we all think we’re professional photographers these days. But the truth is, our iPhones do take quality photos that can be printed and blown up into impressive prints. Social Print Studio and app Parabo Press are just two sites that allow you to print (and sign) your own artwork.
Don’t buy too big 너무 큰 그림을 사지마라
When you’re young (and living in the city), moving every year is a grim reality—as are space constraints. Wills reminded us that just because you have a ballin’ big living room now, doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll have the same amount of space next year. She recommends sticking to 24×36 at the largest for any pieces you’re investing in.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHAEL RUBENSTEIN
Don’t overthink it 너무 깊이 생각하지 마라
This is Wills’ number one piece of advice. If you like it, buy it—and try not to worry so much. Chances are, if you like whatever you’re considering buying, it will fit with your lifestyle and whatever you already have in your home. You’re the one who has to look at it every day, and if it pleases you, that’s all that matters.
This story was originally published on Domino.
