Art Beat Blog

Customer Trends

25th January, 2010 - Posted by mike - No Comments

In the last 4 years of trading we have noticed a definite trend in the style, colour, and size that our customer’s choose when purchasing artwork for their home.

Abstract art pieces are definitely the most highly sort after style. Most abstracts purchased are of patterns, utilising squares, lines or circular designs, closely followed by abstract beach scenes and florals. Generally, beach scenes are often chosen by our male customers, florals are often more appreciated by our female customers and couples tend to lean towards the abstract patterned pieces.

In the subject of colour, I would have to say that red is one of the most requested colours, closely followed by oranges and chocolates. Neutrals, such as beige, ivory, grey, and white are also very popular. Most of our customers seek neutrals for their bedroom, being the place of rest. Reds, oranges and bold colours are predominately in main areas such as entry foyers, living areas and dining areas. This is where people tend to want to make a statement and create that visual impact with a bright splash of colour.

The most popular shape we sell is rectangular, as they sit well above furniture such as buffets, dining tables, sofas and bed heads. Square pieces are usually chosen for blank wall spaces where there is no furniture and there is more depth to cover.

Practically everyone that visits our showroom loves the texture that we use in the majority of our paintings. The texture adds to the painting and gives it more depth and a sculptured effect. It shows a lot more craftsmanship and gives a great visual effect when hung on the wall.

Paintings with a lot of metallic are also in high demand. These paintings have radiance about them. They shine and glimmer, particularly when positioned under down lights.

“Choosing art for your home is very individual. You have to live with it and see it on a daily basis, so do not be influenced by family or friends that may well have different tastes. If you like it, buy it for you….not others”