3 Incredible Benefits to Have Art at Your Home
April 2021 | 3 Mins Read
“Art washes from the soul the dust of everyday life.” Pablo Picasso
There are different ways to appreciate art. Whether you are considering to introduce a piece of original artwork, a framed art print or an artistic decoration to your home, here are three incredible benefits you can possibility gain out of it.
1 Art makes your home more human and lively
Modern homes are designed in a way that fit our busy routines and is filled with objects that serve a purpose in our life. An air purifier to ensure we are breathing clean air, a toaster on the kitchen counter for easy access in the morning, or a giant massage chair that eases muscle stiffness after work. While many of these objects offer functions that make our life easier, there isn’t much character in them.
Each individual piece of Art has its own character and a story behind it. Art is not just an object but a piece of work that comes with personality. You can see the paint strokes on the canvas, feel the texture of the paint and learn the positive message that the artist is trying to express. If you are supporting local art, you may even have a chance to meet the artist and adds an extra piece of happy life memory throughout your art purchasing experience.
Art has the power to give fresh vibes to a room whether you are moving into a new place or feeling low in energy that you need a boost in your mood. Art is also a great conversation starter whenever you are welcoming guests to your place.
2 art is an act of self-care
Of course, we can all get an instant boost after pampering ourselves at a hotel spa or after enjoying a gourmet at a Michelin star restaurant but the act of self-care is more of a journey rather than a one-off activity. Ask yourself this - How often do you take a pause and take care of yourself?
We often over-estimated the amount of stress we can take and in some way normalise the feeling of tension. Having to juggle between work and family responsibilities most of the time, sometimes we treat self-care as a reward rather than a need. Just like we need to consume food and water to survive, we pretty much need a certain amount of rest each day to recharge our energy. Adding a self-care routine to your daily life is essential. Art is an act of self-care whether you are creating one yourself or enjoying an artist’s work. Schedule a 5 mins (or as long as you want) my-me-time-with-art to your daily routine, pour yourself a cup of a warm drink, and enjoy the piece of art on your wall. Self-care can be as simple as that. Just be present!
Read How to Choose the Perfect Artwork for Your Home and learn ways to help choose the perfect piece of artwork for your home.
3 Art creates a feeling of Community
We are social beings and interacting with other human beings (and of course the man’s best friend too!) is really in our nature. With all the social distancing restrictions going on, many people are suffering from social disconnection. Social connection is indeed a fundamental aspect of life. Bringing in a piece of local art to our home would in some way helps us to regain feelings of lost connection.
Even if you haven’t met the local artist in person, there is always something in their work that you find resonating and makes you instantly feel connected with another person in your city. Art also has the power to share a positive message and lift up with the mood of one another. If you would like to send some love to someone aboard, a piece of local artwork would make a very thoughtful gift.
Thank you for being an appreciative reader as always. We hope this blog post gives you some ideas on how art can benefit you in life. What other benefits have you experienced with art? If you enjoyed reading this blog post, please share it with your family and friends. Thank you and we will be sharing with you stories of craftsmanship, lifestyle, or culture again very soon. Until then, take care.
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