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For Interior Designers
Guides on commissioning original fine art for residential and commercial projects.
Art Protection · 9 min read
Every Art Image Protection Tool That Exists — And Why None of Them Actually Work
Glaze, NightShade, watermarks, right-click disabling, low-resolution uploads, Kudurru. I researched every image protection tool available to artists in 2026. Here is the honest verdict on all of them — and the only approach that is structurally different.
Commercial Commissions · 6 min read
Can One Artist Supply an Entire Hotel Art Collection?
Most hotels source art from multiple suppliers or use prints. Here is why commissioning one artist for the entire collection produces a stronger result -- and what it takes to find an artist who can actually deliver at that scale.
Commercial Commissions · 5 min read
How to Source Original Art for a Property Development in Australia
Property developers who source original art for display suites and common areas are making a positioning decision, not a decoration decision. Here is how to approach it so the art works as hard as every other element of the build.
Commercial Commissions · 5 min read
Why Commission Abstract Art for Commercial Spaces?
Abstract art is not the safe choice for commercial spaces. It is the smart one. Here is why abstract works outperform figurative and decorative art in hotels, offices, and commercial fitouts -- and what makes the difference between abstract art that works and abstract art that wallpapers.
Collectors · 7 min read
Why Collect Contemporary Australian Art? A Guide for New Collectors
Collecting original contemporary art is not just an aesthetic decision. Here is what new collectors need to understand about building a collection, why Australian contemporary art represents genuine opportunity, and how to start.
Interior Designers · 5 min read
How to Choose the Right Scale of Artwork for a Client's Space
Getting scale wrong is the single most common mistake in sourcing art for a project. Here is how to work out the right size statement piece for a wall, and why this decision should never be left to guesswork.
Interior Designers · 5 min read
Why Smart Design Studios Bring One Artist Onto Every Project
Sourcing a different artist for every project means starting from zero every time. Here is why the strongest studios build an ongoing relationship with one fine artist instead - and what that actually looks like in practice.
Interior Designers · 4 min read
Statement Wall vs Gallery Wall: Choosing the Right Approach for a Client's Space
Both approaches work - but for different rooms, different clients, and different reasons. Here is how to decide which is right for a project, and how each is briefed differently to the artist.
Interior Designers · 3 min read
The Right Size Artwork for Above a Sofa, Bed, or Console - A Quick Reference for Designers
A fast, practical reference for sizing statement artwork against the most common furniture anchors in a residential project.
Interior Designers · 5 min read
How to Brief an Artist for an Interior Design Commission
A clear brief is the difference between artwork that transforms a space and artwork that sits wrong. Here is exactly what to include when briefing a fine artist for your next project.
Interior Designers · 4 min read
How Long Does a Custom Art Commission Take for an Interior Design Project?
Timelines for commissioned art vary enormously depending on medium, scale, and volume. Here is an honest breakdown from a working fine artist who regularly delivers large-scale and multi-piece commissions.
Interior Designers · 5 min read
Original Art vs Prints for Interior Design Projects: What to Tell Your Clients
The conversation about original art versus prints comes up on almost every project. Here is how to frame it for your clients, and why original commissioned work delivers something a print never can.
Interior Designers · 6 min read
Large-Scale Art Commissions for Hotels, Motels and Commercial Fit-Outs
Sourcing original art for an entire hotel or commercial fit-out is a different challenge to a single residential commission. Here is how the process works and what to expect from a fine artist who specialises in high-volume, large-scale work.
Interior Designers · 5 min read
Australian Artists Who Specialise in Large Format Artwork for Commercial Spaces
Finding the right artist for a large-scale commercial project takes more than a gallery search. Here is what to look for in an Australian fine artist who can genuinely deliver at scale.
Interior Designers · 6 min read
How to Commission Artwork for a Hotel Fitout - A Guide for Interior Designers
Commissioning original art for a hotel is one of the most complex art procurement tasks an interior designer can take on. Here is how to approach it so the project runs smoothly from brief to installation.
Interior Designers · 5 min read
Large Format Art for Corporate Offices - What Works, What Doesn't, and How to Commission It
Corporate art is one of the most underutilised tools in workplace design. Here is what actually works at scale in office environments and how to commission it effectively.
Interior Designers · 5 min read
How an Artist Works to a Colour Palette - And Why It Matters for Your Interior Design Project
Colour matching in fine art is not the same as colour matching in interior finishes. Here is how a professional fine artist reads and interprets a palette brief - and what that means for your project.
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