10 Good reasons to collect art

Why do we like to collect? From the Latin word “collectio”, the collection consists in bringing together little by little, thanks to successive choices, several objects relating to a theme. This act consists above all in an active and passionate process of acquiring and possessing objects chosen for their uniqueness. According to a recent study, 72% of collectors say they "like beautiful things". This quest for beauty is a source of personal enrichment, the financial potential of which -it should not be the driving force - makes it possible to diversify one's heritage.

MyStudiolo gives you 10 good reasons to build a collection of artworks whether you are an individual or a company.

1 - THE JOY

A quote from Brancusi gives a nice definition of what a passion for art can be: “What really makes sense in art is joy. You don't need to understand. What you see makes you happy. Everything is here. » Often added to this is the joy of meeting new artists and other enthusiasts but also the joy shared by showing one's collection.

2 - THE QUEST FOR BEAUTY

The aesthetic aspect and the emotions that art brings are the basis of art. Moreover, this quest for beauty is ancestral and universal: sculpted monoliths found on prehistoric sites show that it already animated our ancestors.

3 - THE DESIRE TO CONSTITUTE A UNIQUE WHOLE

Over time and his discoveries, the collector constitutes a selection of works guided by his tastes. There are as many collections as there are collectors. The cabinets of curiosities and the Renaissance Studiolo already demonstrated this desire to create a set of harmonious objects.

4 - LIVING BETTER

Surrounding yourself with artworks improves everyday life. Their presence invites reflection and delight to provide moments of emotion, questioning and even pleasure. The collection is part of us and contributes to the construction of our personality.

5- BRINGING LIFE TO YOUR INTERIOR

The presence of artworks brings your interior to life. Whether it is a personal or professional space, you are free to make your own associations in line with your tastes or the values of your company. Thanks to their benefits, the works make it possible to build a place conducive to positive waves.

6- THE LIBERTY

Collecting allows for extraordinary freedom. You manage your collection as you wish and decide to build it with your money. This freedom goes hand in hand with supporting artistic creation and helping to encourage the artists you believe in. Collecting is part of an approach that creates meaning.

7- CULTIVATING YOUR SPIRIT

In order to appreciate even better the work with which you will live, its acquisition invites you to open up to the world. Collecting encourages people to open gallery doors, travel and meet new people. Passion also involves seeking information on the artist, his life, his technique, his time and the very meaning of the work.

8- TAKING PART IN HISTORY

Collecting allows us to perpetuate History, to tell it and to situate ourselves in it. To be a collector is to be a major player in art and to contribute to contemporary creation. By acquiring a work, you buy a part of culture, testimony of a moment and a history.

9 - A FINANCIAL POTENTIAL

Art as an investment is a reality. In a thoughtful way, investing in art makes it possible to diversify your heritage and to carry out good operations. It is important to know the market well and to follow its evolution, and to call on an advisor to build a solid collection in order to preserve your capital over the long term.

10 - WITH MYSTUDIOLO, IT IS SIMPLE

If collecting is above all a real passion, the management of a collection must be simple and efficient. With the MyStudiolo application, you can find all of your works easily and safely from your computer or smartphone. This optimal management allows you to live your passion as a collector serenely.

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