What do you look for when choosing art?
hayley
6 years ago
I am a novice when it comes to picking art. What should I be looking for?
I realise that it needs to be something I like, but what else??? I need to learn from your experience, Houzzers. Please help!
(BTW, I like this kind of art. But that's just me.)
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