Art adds a visual appeal to any space, and restaurants are definitely no exception.
Good artwork can create an inviting restaurant atmosphere and even enhance the dining experience by appealing to your clients’ senses. In fact, we firmly believe that food always tastes better when paired with a great ambiance.
But – and this is essential – art should add to the flow and function of your restaurant, not hinder it or be a distraction. This means that what you use to adorn the walls of your restaurant requires careful consideration.
In this blog post, we’ll explore the best online places for finding that perfect piece of artwork that will add a touch of creativity to your restaurant and set the desired atmosphere.
1. Artsy
If you’ve never bought artwork online before and are unsure where even to begin, you may want to start with Artsy. With its extensive collection of contemporary art (over one million pieces), it’s one of the biggest online art marketplaces, offering a wide variety of styles and mediums.
However, the fact that it’s such a massive marketplace is also Artsy’s disadvantage – the sheer amount of options can be dizzying and make finding the right piece(s) for your restaurant time-consuming.
2. Etsy
If you’re on a budget and are looking for affordable pieces for your small restaurant, why not check out Etsy? Yes, it’s not just for handmade crafts!
Etsy has lots of talented artists who offer unique artwork that can make your restaurant or café stand out from the crowd. However, the artworks you’ll find on Etsy are typically of lower quality than in other places, so if you’re looking for fine art, you’ll want to look elsewhere.
3. Saatchi
Saatchi offers a wide selection of relatively affordable original works, including paintings, sculptures, and prints, so if you’re looking to support emerging artists, this is a great way to do so.
Saatchi has a wide variety of works to suit all needs and budgets and gives a 7-day 100% money-back guarantee. Using their website is also pretty easy as it’s simple and functional. Like most similar platforms, Saatchi, too, takes a 35% commission on any original artwork sold.
4. UGallery
UGallery is another excellent online gallery that focuses on emerging artists and photographers. They have a wide selection of quality original work, and you can browse for art by artist, size, color, price, and more.
UGallery offers a free art advisory service to help you find the perfect piece for your space. They also offer a satisfaction guarantee, in case you change your mind – a 7-day return policy for original artwork and a 30-day guarantee for prints.
5. Singulart
If you’re looking for cool contemporary artwork from emerging artists from around the globe, Singulart is one of the best online art galleries to check out. This is one of the more prestigious galleries, as they have a stringent selection process for their artists. The result is a curated selection of high-quality original artworks that are worth investing in.
Singulart has a free art advisory to help you find the perfect artwork for your restaurant. The website is also easy to use, and you can browse artworks by category, style, technique, and more. Plus, there’s a 14-day free return policy in case you’re not completely satisfied with your order.
6. Artfinder
While smaller than most galleries on this list, Artfinder is packed with unique original artwork that can complement practically any space.
Their website sorts its selection of art by style, medium, and budget, so browsing it is as simple as it gets. You can choose between abstract paintings, still life, portraits, and much more, and no matter what you choose, you have a 14-day returns policy.
