Featured art: 'Elegance Hermès Et Manolo Blahnik' by Pascale Taurua. A signed limited edition hand varnished giclée on canvas.

Make it personal

The beauty of art is that it is so subjective, but that does mean that it can be tricky to guess what people will like. When choosing an artwork for someone else, you could consider a range of details, including their home décor, hobbies and interests, and any shared memories you have. You could also think about how you want the art to make them feel: do they want to remember fast-paced nights in the city, or feel tranquil in their living space? 

A study published by the British Psychological Society on personality and art preferences suggested that agreeable people tend to like representational art (works that resemble real scenes, such as figurative and landscape paintings by Claude Monet and Edward Hopper). In contrast, more free-spirited people - and men - prefer abstract pieces. 

Size matters 

Amazing art comes in all shapes and sizes. Consider where your giftee could place their art: do they have space for a statement piece above the mantlepiece, or would a sculpture on their bookshelf be better-suited?  A frame will also affect the size of the artwork, while unusual presentations such as a triptych (a painting made of three sections) or a circular shape will allow them to get creative with their display. 

Ethical gifting 

With so many of us now making sustainable choices when it comes to our shopping habits, buying high-quality art as a gift can be a thoughtful way to combat the harmful environmental effects of mass-production. Many artists use foraged materials or recycled glass and metal, while reputable art publishers work with companies credited by organisations such as the Forest Stewardship Council to ensure that wood and paper are sourced in a sustainable way. 

Ethical art publishers also work with small local businesses and offer artists a platform to share their social and environmental concerns. As the artist is involved in the process from start to finish, their message remains genuine, and their work unexploited. Art publishers may also donate a percentage of their profits to a charitable cause, meaning that your purchase will also be helping to make a difference. 

Select timeframe

High-quality limited edition artworks are created by a specialist atelier team and framed and mounted by hand to order. This means it can take up to four weeks for a piece to be delivered if you're ordering online, so if you're working to a schedule, be sure to start looking in advance. However, we may be able to quickly source a piece for you if requested. Buying straight off the wall in-store is another option; don't be afraid to ask for help.