Fine artists will always need to seek clients for whom they can develop art commissions in order to sustain their income streams. How much should fine artists invoice clients for art commissions? This largely depends on the number of hours dedicated to the project as well as the artist’s popularity and experience. Bear in mind that in the world of art, art commissions can fetch high prices in the tens of thousands of dollars depending on the profile of your client and the potential exposure of your work to a wider audience. Typically art commissions derive from private collectors who have an interest in the artistic style of the fine artist. Although the option may exist to purchase artwork that has already been created, more…
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Latest Sale tips: How to develop art commissions for the retail sector
Fine artists will always face the challenge of generating income in a more sustained fashion. The commercial sector presents viable alternative income streams, offering fine artists with the opportunity to develop art commissions for high profile clients. The retail sector in particular provides regular opportunities thanks to its seasonal nature and continuous requirements for updated sales collateral on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. Here follows a list of possible avenues fine artists may explore when pitching for art commissions projects within the retail sector; Leaflets Posters Sales collateral Signage Creating art commissions that inspire a wide range of customers is the key to success for all fine artists and diversifying skills that meet the needs of wider industry sectors such as the retail sector…
The Benefits of Art Commissions by Latest Sale
Those who have an affectionate love of art may seek to develop their passion some more by opening the door to art commissions. There are several reasons why art commissions may be a preferred option for clients and homeowners as opposed to purchasing a ready-made piece of artwork. Here follows a list of some of the main benefits; Select art that matches perfectly with the décor of your home and inspire all those who visit you. For a room that enjoys a palette of shades of pale green, art commissions can be developed to reflect a similar colour tone. Shades of pale green can be used in the painting together with magenta and off white. Art commissions are also beneficial for those who seek an…
Art Commissions, The Street is a room by agreement- Louis Kahn
“The Street is a room by agreement,” so goes the famous quote by Louis Kahn. Artists who seek to develop art commissions for various commercial or residential projects may be tempted to focus on street art. Bringing together urban concepts with interior design can add authenticity to a room that has been designed to exude a contemporary, airy feel. Street Art can transform a room by agreement as per the Louis Kahn quote, with abstract art posters by Ali Jabbar a prime example. The In the Bus painting depicts the woman appearing to come from a History of Art museum. Her image is blended in with the present this tranquil gaze reveals the delayed desires for years. Captivating abstract art posters such as In the…
Latest Sale motto, Life is all about wanting change Touker Suleyman
“Life is all about wanting change” so says Touker Suleyman who represents the Latest Sale favourite quote of the week. Art commissions should be used to challenge the status quo and enhance interiors of many a luxury home for those who really desire change. But how does one choose the right artist for selected art commissions? Interior design projects that include art commissions may vary from luxury hotels, luxury property developments or individual homeowners who seek a fresh outlook and style for their homes. A versatile artist who can encapsulate the essence of culture whilst balancing this with artistic prowess is a surefire way of making the right choice. Assessing the artist’s previous work is also a fine way to undertake art commissions in the…
Latest Sale, Art commissions highlights, Hotel Indigo Kensington
Art commissions carried out at the Hotel Indigo, London Kensington- Earl’s Court as commissioned by Lord Vincent Pountain-Garrington, then General Manager of the hotel, included the All Day In Room Dining Menus carried out by abstract artist Shiroma Ratne. This abstract artist, with the help of the Latest Sale strategic fine art commissions team, infused her engaging, spiritual style into the hotel’s room service breakfast menus using Victorian-inspired designs with a modern twist; a butler-styled tray with raised edges of ebony, ivory and gold including an egg cup adorned with little diamond blue sapphires. The revamped Breakfast menu was designed to also act as a sales message and stimulate room service breakfast orders at the hotel. We continue to liaise with luxury hotels and look forward to undertaking even more exciting art commissions…
Make a flawless first impression in milliseconds, Murray Newlands
Latest Sale prides itself in working with some of the best, cutting edge artists on behalf of clients who seek to compliment their luxury surroundings. Murray Newlands, once said “Make a flawless first impression in milliseconds” and this motto the Latest Sale team aims to accomplish with art commissions the team undertakes with its clients. Abstract artist Ali Jabbar has undertaken several art commissions with prominent clients with abstract art projects including sculptures. In support of Ali Jabbar, the Latest Sale team offer an art commissions service for clients who wish to tap into the team’s knowledge and expertise before commissioning an artist for the development of culturally inspired sculptures. Below, Latest Sale highlights the following sculptures that adhere to Murray Newlands’ ethos of making a…
Any product that needs a manual to work is broken- Elon Musk.
Latest Sale lives by this famous Elon Musk motto “Any product that needs a manual to work is broken when we select our product offerings. That is why fine art commissions handled by Latest Sale are always custom made and simplified so that they meet with customer needs and are clearly functional. Art commissions carried out at the Hotel Indigo, London Kensington- Earl’s Court as commissioned by Lord Vincent Pountain-Garrington, then General Manager of the hotel, included the All Day In Room Dining Menus carried out by abstract artist Shiroma Ratne. This abstract artist, with the with the help of the Latest Sale strategic fine art commissions team,infused her engaging, spiritual style into the hotel’s room service breakfast menus using Victorian-inspired designs with a modern twist; a butler-styled tray with raised edges of ebony, ivory and gold…
Chase perfection we can catch excellence- Vince Lombardi
Art commissions can add a special touch of elegance to many a home. Latest Sale subscribes to always achieving the highest levels of service for all art commissions we undertakes for private art commissions and luxury hotels. “If we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” This was a famous quote by Vince Lombardi that also attests to the excellent work we aim to deliver for all Art commissions Latest Sale carries out, such as the above portrait of “Lady” Rosetta. The Lady Rosetta art commission portrait was completed by Francesco Jacobello in September 2013, under management from the Latest Sale team. This art commission is a celebration of her work and commitment to the Hotel Indigo London Kensington-Earl’s Court for over 20 years. As the longest serving member of the hotel she is considered “Lady of the House.”
Latest Sale Tips, How Artists can Develop Great Art commissions
Latest Sale is often asked how artists can contribute to art commissions requested by clients in the luxury goods sector. These art commissions can range from private art commissions, art commissions for art galleries or even art commissions for luxury hotels. In all cases the artist will need to bear in mind that each artist is chosen based on their unique artistic style as well as their ability to adapt to new working environments. Below are examples of art commissions carried out in 2014 for the Hotel Indigo Kensington, Earl’s Court by surrealist and street artist Courtney Cornelius Adams with the help of the Latest Sale team. Art commissions at the Hotel Indigo London Kensington-Earl’ s Court, carried out by Latest Sale street and surrealist…