Artist stories & collector guides
Behind-the-canvas stories from independent artists, and simple guides to choosing and buying original art.
Artist spotlight: Tobba, the Icelandic painter who turned copper wire and lava rock into art
Meet Tobba (Þorbjörg Magnea Óskarsdóttir), an Icelandic painter and sculptor whose work blends Viking myth, memory, copper wire and volcanic rock.
12 November 2026
Cornish seascape paintings: a collector's guide to buying original coastal art
How to choose an original Cornish seascape painting — from St Ives light to oils versus watercolours, sizing, framing and buying direct from the artist with 0% commission.
Why buying original art directly from independent artists beats mass-market prints
What you really get when you buy an original painting straight from the person who made it — and why no middleman means a fairer price for everyone.
A collector's guide to choosing original paintings for your home
Practical tips on size, colour, light and placement so the original painting you choose feels right in your room for years to come.
Behind the canvas: why independent artists are choosing artistgallery
A free online gallery with 0% commission. Here's why independent painters are showing their work here — and what it means for collectors.