The contemporary art world can seem daunting to the uninitiated. Gallery assistants hide behind a desk, staring at screens. The media focuses on supersized price tags that seem light-years away from most people’s realities. However, the art world is shifting. Younger wannabe collectors want transparency, different kinds of aesthetics, inspiration and community. As gallerist Georgia Griffiths highlights, “Collections are incredibly personal and the focus should be on what is meaningful and interesting to you.” This is a great time to start collecting. The art world is also seeing the same economic factors hitting the luxury industry. Prices are getting lower and for the first time in a long time, it’s a buyer’s market. If you want to dive in, here is how.
