Timeless, high-quality art prints
Art prints constitute a category all of their own in the art world. A print is not simply a copy, but a reproduction created by the artist themselves, into which a piece of the original’s soul is infused each time. Thus, every art print is an original work of art in its own right. At the Student Art Market, you’ll find art prints that combine traditional techniques with contemporary themes – accessible, creative and original.
Art prints in our online gallery
Have you ever wanted to buy art, but found it a bit too pricey? This is often a major hurdle for many people – you find lots of artworks you like, but many are simply unaffordable. If this sounds familiar, then art prints are just the thing for you.
In this section, you’ll find art prints that are a must-have for any art lover’s collection. Here, you can buy art prints and prints by emerging and contemporary artists. Art prints are often a great way to bring original works into your home at a more affordable price, whilst still ensuring they’re of high quality. Let us give you a brief overview of our range of art prints.
What is an art print?
Art prints at the Student Art Market
In our online gallery, you’ll find a wide variety of modern art prints. It doesn’t matter what sort of affordable art you’re looking for: prints of paintings, linocuts, landscape prints or even photographic prints. For example, it’s often difficult to hang original works of art in the kitchen. This is because the constant steam and damp can damage your treasured piece. Art prints are a great option here, as the paper and print aren’t as vulnerable. If you frame your art prints now, they’ll be perfectly protected and you can also give your kitchen a unique look.
The artists at the Student Art Market are young, up-and-coming talents whom you can support by buying prints. To do so, simply go to the ‘Technique’ tab in the filter selection and tick the box next to ‘Printmaking’. This makes it really easy for you to buy a modern print.
What’s more, art prints offer the chance to make unique art accessible to more people. Of course, an original work has an incredible sense of authenticity and uniqueness, but sometimes you might want more people to be able to enjoy it. The artists’ prints are perfect for this. You can turn a painting into a print and limit the run to ten copies, for example. This means that a further 10 people can acquire this beautiful print.
Buying prints online
Many people have the misconception that art prints are not original works. However, just like paintings and sculptures, art prints are original works of art. Art prints are often produced in multiple editions, but they are still signed by the artist and have a limited print run. This guarantees that the artworks are not produced in excess of a certain number and thus remain unique. In this context, art print number 1 of (for example) 10 editions is worth more than print number 10 of 10. Of course, there are also the classic prints by world-renowned artists. These are, in fact, merely copies – unless they bear an original signature or, as with Fynn Kliemann’s art prints, have all been repainted by the artist himself.
Have art prints made online
Another technique that has become increasingly established in recent years is digital artwork, which is then sold online or as prints. In recent times in particular, there has been a growing number of people buying digital and modern art online. Modern art gives art lovers the opportunity to broaden their horizons and gain new perspectives through art. The art world is thus becoming ever more diverse and enriching, revealing a world to us that we might otherwise be unable to see. Our online gallery, too, is featuring an increasing number of digital images. Digital drawings require a great deal of artistic skill and, above all, a steady hand.
Digital images are art too!
These digital drawings are often not taken as seriously as analogue artworks. Yet one soon realises that even the most skilful brushstrokes cannot compensate for a lack of practice. These drawings therefore further enrich the world of art prints.
Buying paintings as art prints and selling graphic art online
The more common approach is to produce modern art prints of paintings. These are professionally photographed and then converted into a file suitable for printing. The prints are usually cheaper than the original paintings and also easier to look after – paper requires no major security measures, apart from perhaps a frame. The artists’ works are then printed onto high-quality paper using specialised printers. This ensures that absolutely no quality is lost. Prints are also well-suited for transport. An art print of a painting often makes a great gift for people who don’t buy art very often but still appreciate it, or if you’re not 100 per cent sure what sort of art the person actually likes.
How can I sell my own art prints? At Studierenden-Kunstmarkt, anyone studying an artistic subject can sell their works and/or prints. We’ll help you get in touch with buyers and ensure the sale goes smoothly. If you’d like to sell an art print of your original works, we’ll of course be happy to help with that too.
Framed art prints and what to bear in mind
With art prints, it’s a good idea to have the pictures framed. Of course, they’re generally less fragile than, say, oil paintings, but paper in particular can tear easily or fade in the sun and from damp. To prevent this, it’s a good idea to frame the art prints. Another alternative: art prints on canvas. Of course, there’s also the option of having designs printed on canvas. This creates the look of a real painting and gives the work a three-dimensional quality. Framing isn’t necessary in this case. If you want large-format art prints on canvas, you should simply ensure that the frames are sturdy and the canvas is well stretched to prevent damage.
What should I bear in mind when producing prints?
More and more artists are producing multiple editions and prints of their works. It is often a rewarding process to refine the images and produce the finest art print. They are an integral part of the contemporary art scene and are unlikely to disappear any time soon. Nevertheless, there are a few things to bear in mind when choosing an art printer, for example. It is important that the colours are as close to the original as possible. Simple home printers simply cannot match this quality. It is best to have art prints produced professionally.
Handmade prints are unique
However, if they are not digital prints but, for example, linocuts, there comes a point when you realise: one art print looks slightly different from the next. What now? Art prints created by hand, such as linocuts, always differ slightly. This is because they aren’t printed by a perfect machine, but by hand or using a roller. But that’s precisely what gives them their charm and originality. People have been working this way for centuries. It also offers the chance to escape the digital world and return to traditional methods. It’s not called an art print for nothing.
Why not have a browse and buy your own print?
Perhaps you’ve now gained a little insight into the world of buying art prints. Just have a look round and let yourself be inspired. If you have any questions, we’re of course always here to help.