Home Breadcrumb caret Tax Breadcrumb caret Estate Planning Breadcrumb caret Industry Breadcrumb caret Industry News Breadcrumb caret Investments Breadcrumb caret Products How to buy art Art purchases aren’t just for show; they’re also a solid investment to pass on to future generations. Help clients start a collection with these tips. By Vikram Barhat | August 24, 2012 | Last updated on August 24, 2012 1 min read Art purchases aren’t just for show. They’re also a solid investment to pass on to future generations. Here are some introductory steps to help your clients get started on a building a collection of their own. Art Acquisition Art gallery curators are a gold mine of information and can connect you with artists as well as educate you about what makes a painting valuable. If you’re not inclined to gallery hop, however, the following resources can help: Auction Houses Expertise at auction houses is deep and many offer curation and appraisal services as well. bonhams.com sothebys.com christies.com waddingtons.ca Art Buyer Brokers exist to help you acquire art that suits your tastes, the environment it’s going in, and the budget you’re working with. You can usually try out pieces at home before you buy. artanywhere.com Website Internet sites offer in-depth information on global art markets and art events. artdaily.org artasanasset.com artmarket.com Trend Alert Canadian art, with a focus on modernist and contemporary works, is now one of the hottest markets in private collecting, says Mary Sue Rankin, owner of the Edward Day Gallery in Toronto. Elle AyoubZadeh of Art Anywhere says her clients favour large, colourful abstract pieces. Vikram Barhat Save Stroke 1 Print Group 8 Share LI logo