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How to start collecting art?

It is always important to have a genuine interest in art. Do not rush to start your art collection with a large investment.
by Julia Lechbinska

Jan, 2025 · 3 min
  • It is always important to have a genuine interest in art.
  • Do not rush to start your art collection with a large investment. It is also a good choice to begin with works on paper and prints (multiple editions).
  • Always choose the works of art that touch you emotionally and intellectually.
  • You can begin with collecting works by emerging artists of your choice and see how their art potential develops. Train your eyes by regularly visiting art galleries near your home or while traveling. Please also pay attention to contemporary art trends, international art festivals, and market development.
  • Support your favorite artists by acquiring their works in art galleries or on open bidding platforms. This will increase the price of their work.
  • Choose quality over quantity.
  • With time your knowledge about contemporary art grows, you also become confident in your art investment. You can define the core of your art collection and sell the unsuitable works.
Julia Lechbinska
Art historian, gallerist, podcast host and art advisor Julia Lechbinska sees herself as a cultural intermediary for the GCC and East Asian art in Switzerland. Her assignment is to translate the cultural codes for the local public and for the global netizens with the help of the exhibition program and cultural venues. Julia studied art history at the University of Zurich with a focus on East Asia. Afterward she did several trainings in art expertise and worked for the auction house. In 2015 Julia curated her first exhibitions, which led to the foundation of Lechbinska Gallery in Zurich in 2020.
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The Journal COLLECT YOURSELF serves as a research-driven voice, offering in-depth analysis and critical perspectives on the art that matters today. Through thoughtful inquiry and rigorous examination, it brings forward ideas, conversations, and insights that shape our understanding of contemporary culture.