The Edition

If you've ever admired a painting, drawing, or sculpture that depicts something recognizable—like a person, an animal, or a landscape—then you’ve encountered figurative artwork. But what exactly is figurative artwork, and what makes it different from other art styles? Let’s explore this captivating genre and why it continues to hold a timeless appeal for art lovers and collectors alike.

I hear the lament regularly. Friends from all around the world, all professions, residents of suburban towns and thriving international cities. Educated friends, rich and poor, stylish and some less so. They are all self-proclaimed “art lovers” but when it comes to becoming an art collector, they stop short with the defeatist mantra: “I don’t know how.”

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They beg and plead for recommendations for what to buy or my opinion on whether or not their selections are “good”. While I’m flattered to be considered the...

People are understandably wary about dealing with the art world. It's historically exclusive and opaque. But we're busting through all the excuses we've heard over the years about why you aren't buying art. We hope that by the end of this post, you'll be itching to buy a new piece and we're linking our collection here to make it a little easier.

Excuse 1: I don’t have room

Do you...

Welcome to the RedDot library, a constantly rotating list of both fiction and non-fiction titles for every art lover. Want to brush up on your art knowledge without reading a textbook? Peep our list of art library must-haves, from factual market analysis (that is still captivating!) to smart art world satire.

An Object of Beauty