High art, low cost: Where to buy affordable art in Vancouver
Decorate your home in style – without breaking the bank. You can have gallery-quality artwork in your home for under $500, even as low as $100 in many cases. Check out the budget-friendly eclectic collections at these vibrant Vancouver shops and galleries to add a little artistic flair to your space. [Image courtesy of Lattimer Gallery]
Lattimer Gallery
1590 W 2nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1H2Since 1986, Lattimer Gallery has showcased the talented work of Northwest Coast Native artists. The gallery is packed with colourful and interesting pieces, each with its own unique story to tell. Prices vary, but many items are priced between $100 and $500. Expect to see intricate gold and silver jewellery, argillite carvings, soapstone sculptures, bentwood boxes, masks, totem poles and more. If you're looking for something unique to hang on your wall check out the longhouse, it carries a large selection of limited edition prints by popular First Nations artists.
Lumas
305 Water St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1B8Lumas has a quaint art gallery in the heart of Gastown, and many more galleries all over the world. Specializing in paintings – from classic to modern and everything in between, their extension collection can be viewed online, or you can stop by the gallery and browse for hours. Bring a piece home to add some personality to your place; they carry several paintings under $250 and many more under $500.
Ayden Gallery
2103-88 Pender St W, Vancouver, BC V6B 6N9Ayden Gallery exhibits some of the finest established and emerging local artists. Located in downtown Vancouver, it’s a contemporary fine art gallery with several affordable art pieces to choose from: many pieces are below $500. With new artists added to the lineup regularly, and new exhibitions every month, the selection is always changing. So you won’t be short on variety however often you visit.
Gam Gallery
110 Hastings St E, Vancouver, BC V6A 1N4Gam Gallery is the perfect place to glam up your home. It’s an art gallery, studio, small boutique and venue where accomplished artists gather to exhibit and sell their unique pieces. You’ll find art in a variety of mediums – from ceramics to paintings, prints and more. Drop by for one of their exhibitions, where you can mix and mingle with artists and learn the inspiration behind their creations: the interaction can help bring the art to life and make it more personal.
Vancouver Special
3612 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3N5Vancouver Special's goals are simple: “Promote the idea that good design can be accessible, affordable, of high quality and bring pleasure to daily life.” They carefully hand pick all their products, which include contemporary furniture, sofas, design objects, household accessories, art and architecture books. Those who like clean lines and the minimalist look promoted in Scandinavian and Japanese design will love this shop. It’s also a great place to find local products by talented artists.
Arts Off Main
1704 Charles St, Vancouver, BC V5L 2T5This co-operative art gallery has showcased some of Vancouver’s finest artists and is one of the best places to find affordable art in the city. They sell well-priced contemporary fine art in various mediums, such as original acrylic paintings, oil paintings, encaustic art, photography, prints, mixed media art and pottery cards. They also carry a selection of gorgeous Brazilian soapstone sculptures, imaginative assemblages, framed paintings and drawings. You’ll find a unique, one-of-a-kind piece you’ll love here.
