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 Maybe you want to bring some life into your home, you were inspired by the style of a certain artist or you may have connected to a personal emotion.

 

  Starry Night in Arches by Robin Straub

 

 You might have walked into Gallery Moab during your afternoon stroll or got lost in our website artist portfolios.  No matter what the reason is, buying original art is exciting! So why is buying orginal art a good idea? 

 

 Trippin in the 70's by Karen Chatham

 

 

We all are unique, we have our own interests, style, and way in life. Art is a great way to show your uniqueness and show little bits of your personality. When you buy an original piece from an artist, you can be sure of its uniqueness. It is impossible to make another piece exactly similar like the one you are possessing and that is the beauty of it.

 

 Sentinel by Deborah mcDermott

Art can raise feelings, emotions and associations. It helps us reflect on ourselves and the reasons why we love this particular piece. An original piece of art can be the soul of a house. It can bring the whole house together and connect people. A beautiful and carefully chosen piece of art in your living room will not only be an eye catcher, but will bring life in a room. For example, when people gather in the gallery, they will look at a piece, discuss it and enjoy it. 

 

  Opening the Gate by Larry Christensen

Your home is a special place it represent who you are. When you have an original artwork hanging on your walls, you’re guaranteed none of your dinner guests will have that same piece in their homes. Art in your home will enlighten your day, cheer you up when you’re down and give you a little get-a-way from the stress and hustle of your daily life.

 

  Hidden Garden by Marsha Modine

Humans are guided through by their feelings. Whatever we do in life, having a personal connection with something or someone always creates a stronger bond. Gallery Moab is a Co-op gallery. Our Artists man the gallery and love to show the diversity of art within the gallery. It is not only the physical painting, but the story and feeling a connection with the painter that can make it that perfect artwork for you.

 

  Canyonlands Shadowplay by Thea Nordling

Next to knowing the story behind an artwork you can actually support artists. You support them in their livelihood. You reward them for creativity and hours of work to create that one unique piece. You may also consider to buy original art for financial reasons. Investing in art is not easy, buying the proper works. It’s not a job for everyone. But, in the worst case scenario, your piece of original art will be an investment that you can admire every day. 

 

 Whatzat by Victroria Fugit

Last but not least. You may just buy that original piece of art because you like it. Just because of that. All the reasons mentioned before might have an impact on your decision to buy original art.

 

But, the last trigger is that you just love that piece of art. Usually, from the first moment you saw it. Love at first sight.

 

  Through the Portal by Carolyn Tibbetts

Here you have all the reasons to find your next piece of art! 

 

"There are painters who transform the sun to a yellow spot, but there are others who, with the help of their intelligence, transform a yellow spot into sun. “

                                                                                                      Pablo Picasso