Where to Buy Artwork for Your Home (Even If You’re Not an Expert)

Want to add art to your home but don’t know where to start? 

You’re not alone. With so many options (and price tags) it can be overwhelming trying to figure out where to look, how much to spend, or how to tell if a piece is “right”. 

Whether you’re looking for something bold, budget-friendly, or deeply meaningful, this guide will walk you through the best places to find art that suits your space and your style. 

 

Explore Local Art Shows and Galleries

Large exhibitions like the Affordable Art Fair allow you to see works from many different artists all in the one place. With shows in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, it’s a great place to start your search. 

If you want to find local artists, then attending a local art gallery or show in your area can help you find pieces that reflect the place where you live, and you’ll often be able to talk to the artists in person.

 

 

Best Online Stores for Affordable, Ready-to-Hang Art

If you’re looking for an easy way to brighten up your home, then it can be hard to go past ready-to-hang artwork, and buying online will give you the option to purchase from anywhere around Australia (or the world) from the comfort of your own home. 

Some places to try include: 

  • Bluethumb Art – Offering free shipping Australia-wide, Bluethumb Art features the works of over 30,000 emerging and established artists.
  • Gioia – Search trending styles or discover the artist of the week.
  • Style My Wall – Browse the Style My Wall range and find vintage posters, limited series, art prints, and classic photography.
  • The Print Emporium – For fine art prints, canvas artworks, posters, and photography grouped by interior design style, colour, or theme, check out The Print Emporium. 
  • United Interiors – Choose from a collection of contemporary Australian artworks, and select a frame to suit your existing decor or preferred style. 
  • Urban Road – With large canvas prints at affordable prices, you can search the Urban Road collection by style, or browse their celebrity collections. 

 

 

How to Buy Authentic Indigenous Artwork

Australia is lucky enough to be home to some of the world’s oldest art, with rock paintings from the Kimberley’s Carpenter’s Gap dated at 40,000 years old, and the concentric circle art of central Australia considered to be the oldest continuing art tradition in the world. 

With this rich history, it’s no wonder so many of us want to celebrate Indigenous art in our own homes. The downside is that there are many “art dealers” who seek to cash in, and inauthentic First Nations art steals from the culture and livelihood of genuine artists.

So how do you know the art you are buying is genuine? 

  • Ask about the artist. 
  • Buy directly from artists or community galleries. 
  • Request a certificate of authenticity. 

 

 

DIY Art: Create Something Personal

If you’re feeling creative, then making your own artworks can be a wonderful way to fill your home with art that is truly unique and personal. 

Whether you upcycle art you already have or attend an art class, it can be very rewarding to go through the process of making something yourself. 

 

 

Choosing art for your home is personal, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you’re browsing a local gallery, shopping online, supporting First Nations artists, or even creating your own piece, there’s no “right way” to start. There’s just the way that feels right to you.  

Let your taste guide you, give yourself room to experiment, and choose pieces that bring you joy every time you walk past them.