A Guide to Buying Sculpture at Sculptures in the Garden
You don’t need to be an experienced art collector to buy sculpture. Sometimes, you simply find a piece that you love.
With more than 300 sculptures and artworks on display at Sculptures in the Garden, the exhibition is a wonderful opportunity to discover original work by Australian artists and perhaps find something special to take home.
If you’ve never purchased sculpture before, here are a few things to consider.
Start With What You Love
Choosing sculpture is personal. Rather than worrying about trends or what you think you should buy, notice which pieces capture your attention as you explore the exhibition.
It might be the form, material, story, scale or simply the way a sculpture makes you feel.
Take your time, walk around the work and view it from different angles. Sculpture changes as you move around it, and the outdoor setting at Rosby offers a wonderful opportunity to experience each piece from multiple perspectives.
Think About Where It Could Live
If you are considering purchasing a sculpture, imagine where it might sit within your own home, garden or property.
Consider the scale of the work, the space around it and how it might interact with its surroundings. A large outdoor sculpture can become a striking focal point in a garden, while smaller works can bring character to an entrance, courtyard or interior space.
You may arrive looking for something specific, or you might discover a work that inspires you to rethink a space entirely.
Explore Different Artists and Materials
One of the joys of Sculptures in the Garden is the diversity of work on display.
You’ll discover sculptures created from materials including bronze, stone, steel, timber and found objects, with styles ranging from figurative and organic to abstract and contemporary.
It’s an opportunity to discover established Australian sculptors alongside emerging artists and to explore a wide variety of approaches to sculpture in one location.
Ask Questions
Don’t be afraid to find out more about a work that interests you.
Learning about the artist, their inspiration, materials and creative process can add another layer of meaning to a sculpture.
Artist demonstrations and other activities throughout the exhibition also provide opportunities to see how sculptural works are created and gain a deeper appreciation of the skill involved.
Support Australian Sculpture
Purchasing a work from Sculptures in the Garden is about more than finding something beautiful.
Every purchase supports an Australian artist and helps foster a thriving creative community. It also allows you to form a lasting connection with an original artwork and the person who created it.
You don’t need to know everything about sculpture before you begin. Explore the exhibition, trust your instincts and see what speaks to you.
You may just find the perfect piece.
