Give a contemporary painting for Christmas: an original gift idea!

What if you dared to give a work of art to a loved one? For birthdays, weddings, retirements and especially for the end of year celebrations, there are many opportunities to give gifts. But if we generally like to please with a present, we often settle for generic gifts such as a perfume, a pretty scarf or a gourmet basket because we lack inspiration or simply because we don't dare to be "original" for fear of displeasing people... The opportunity to choose a unique and personalised gift is therefore too often not taken. However, giving a contemporary painting as a gift to a loved one can be a chance to stand out, to show boldness and to show that you have really invested yourself in this choice. Here are some tips on how to make a Christmas gift idea work.

Love the artwork yourself and put yourself in the recipient's shoes

To please yourself is to please the other person and this is important when you decide to give a work of art. Avoid works for which you yourself feel nothing, as this somewhat negative feeling is likely to be shared by the recipient of the gift... So trust your instincts and go with your heart!
To avoid disappointment, ask yourself some questions: would you see this work of art that you like in your own home? Above your sideboard, in your hallway? Because if you like the work but you wouldn't know how to integrate it into a decoration, even for yourself, you might as well pass. And above all, avoid the opposite extreme: choosing a work that is so special that it will only please you.

Determine your budget before you start looking

You don't have to have unlimited funds to give a work of art. There is a wide range of paintings, sculptures and photographs that are very affordable. However, before buying a contemporary work of art, it is best to start by determining your budget ceiling. This will allow you to make a first selection among the works you will see and thus avoid falling for a painting that you are enthusiastic about but that is totally beyond your means. The idea is obviously to please a loved one, but the question of price must be addressed at the beginning of your search to optimise it.

Personalise your gift

Giving a contemporary painting is a unique, original and memorable gift. It is a personal gesture and an approach that enhances the person receiving it. The choice of framing, whether it is a painting, a drawing or a photograph, will allow you to bring your own touch to the gift. Wooden frame, aluminium frame, composite material: let your creativity and sense of aesthetics speak for themselves to make the work of art even more beautiful!
If you have the possibility, having the work of art dedicated or signed by the artist is also a good option for personalisation that will give even more value to your gift.

Buy your contemporary artwork on ARTActif

Among the thousands of contemporary creations on the ARTActif website, one or more have caught your attention? Would you like to offer them to a friend or acquaintance? You can easily buy them in a few clicks by giving the recipient's contact details and writing a personalised message which will be sent to them with the chosen work (after checking its availability). We take care of everything and offering a contemporary painting for Christmas becomes child's play!