Taking care of a piece of art is as important as choosing the right artwork. As you have invested a considerable amount of time and money in building your art collection, the next step is to take care of your collection physically.
Here are five easy steps on how to display and care for your art collection to make sure it remains perfect for years to come.
1. Know your medium
Artists use a wide variety of paints and colours, ranging from watercolours to oil paints or sometimes an unusual combination of several mediums to various surfaces. Understanding the medium of the artworks helps in determining the kind of framing to be done. Most of the paintings should be framed without the glass frame; however drawings and pastels are few exceptions that work well with the glass frames.
Dust you artworks frequently. Dusting prevents unwanted particles from entering inside the artwork. Use a soft cotton cloth to dust off the frames and surface with a gentle hand. For textured surfaces it is best to use a soft brush. A soft painting brush or unused make up brush would work perfectly. It is advisable to not use water on the acrylic and mixed media surface. It is ideal to reach out to an art restorer in case of doubt.
One must never use any kind of chemical or chemical based cleaners to clean the paining. It could result into the fading or leaking of paints or can permanently damage the painting. Consult a professional conservator if your artwork requires deeper cleaning.
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