THE ART ADVISOR
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How can I better understand
Whenever I mention ‘art’, a very common response I get from anyone who is not in the art world is
Book Recommendation: ‘Looking at Pictures’
Here's our second must-read book recommendation: 'Looking at Pictures' by Susan Woodford. For anyone coming fresh to art and art
How to Look at Abstract
by Saira Kalimuddin-May I’ve been reading the book ‘Abstract Art’ by Stephanie Straine (part of the Art Essentials series by
Old Art in New Spaces
'Old' Art in 'New' Spaces Interior Designer Melissa Baker shares tips on how to weave vintage art into contemporary interiors
When should I frame a
Deciding whether or not to protect an art piece with glass depends very much on the medium that the painting
How to Connect with Art
It is very normal to feel like the art in museums and galleries have a quality so mysterious and untouchable
What are limited edition original
https://www.instagram.com/p/CiuWXGhgSU9/ How can a print be 'original? ‘Original’ prints, also known as ‘fine art prints’ include techniques like etchings, engravings
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How to Look at Art
A painting can hang right in front of our eyes, and yet at the same time can seem so very
Book Recommendation: ‘Art as Therapy’
This book is a must read!It talks about art in a way that is totally different from most - it
An Easy to Follow Approach
Here are some thoughts around how to approach a landscape painting like this one. There are simple steps to analysing
Viewpoints on the non-financial value
Saira's lovely husband Marc shares his view on the non-financial value of art: I grew up in a relatively working
Matching Paintings to Spaces
Matching Paintings to Spaces Interior Designer Emma Hester helps us pick paintings for specific rooms Art is a brilliant way
Our Feature in The London
Our Feature in the London Standard It was very exciting to see the Discerning Palette featured in Amira Hashish's article
Our Feature in Somerset Life
The Discerning Palette's Feature in March 2025 Issue of Somerset Life Magazine Written by Emma Bovill Two childhood friends from
Art – We Don’t Always
Art is subjective, yes. But we don't always need to know exactly why we like or dislike an artwork. It's
Setting the Tone
Setting the Tone Interior Designer Becky Hirt shows us how art can shape the mood of your space Last week
From Canvas to Palette
From Canvas to Palette Interior Designer Becky Hirt guides us on how to craft colour schemes from an artwork I
When are Imperfections in Art
When are Imperfections in Art Okay? And how we fix the ones that aren’t.. Written by Saira Kalimuddin I’ve had
Workshop: How to Photograph and
On the 8th of May (Thursday), our co-founder Saira is giving a workshop on how to photograph and pack up
What is art for?
"Art doesn’t have to be difficult or inaccessible, and I hope to use this space to prove that.." (more…)
Art that Speaks to You
Art that Speaks to You Interior Designer Becky Hirt shows us how to weave your own story into your home
What is the difference between
Stretched canvas is canvas that has been stretched over a wood frame ready for display. If you look on the





















