How to choose works of art that connect you and your space
When we enter a house and see a work of art on the wall, we are not only facing a decorative object. We are, in many cases, facing a story, a memory, an emotion contained in visual form. Art has the power to transform a space, but also to accompany us emotionally. How then to choose pieces that not only we like, but that really connect with us?
There is something instinctive about that connection we feel with certain works: a kind of emotional recognition, of intimate affinity. It doesn’t matter if you’re an experienced collector or just starting out: learning to listen to that intuition is key to building a genuine relationship with art.
Choosing from emotion, not fashion
In a world full of trends and algorithms, it may seem tempting to get carried away by what’s “in vogue.” But art is deeply personal. A work does not have to fit with the sofa, but with who you are.
Think of it this way: what do you want someone to feel when they walk into your living room? What do you want to feel every time you look at that wall? Some works invite calm, others reflection, others fantasy. In our current exhibition, for example, Maria Brzozowska’s dreamlike pieces awaken inner worlds full of symbolism, perfect for those who seek to create an immersive and poetic environment.
Exhibition Maria Brzozowska, Marquesa Gallery
Art as a mirror (and as a window)
A good way to choose a work is to ask yourself: what part of me reflects this? Sometimes we see in a painting something that represents us, that speaks of our history, of our desires. Other times, art is a window into what we are not yet, but aspire to integrate into our lives.
The works of artists such as Claudia Alonso Allende, inspired by ancient frescoes from the Community of Madrid, generate a connection with memory, the ancestral and the intimate. Perfect for people looking for an aesthetic with roots, full of meaning, but contemporary.
Claudia Alonso Allende, Gallery of Mirrors, 197 x 150 cm. Mixed media on canvas, 2024
Your space also speaks: harmony between work and environment
Although the emotional is central, it is also important to consider the space where the work will go. It is not about "combining", but creating dialogue between the piece and the environment. The natural lighting, the size of the wall, the predominant colors, even the rhythm of the furniture, can influence how a work is integrated or highlighted.
In our gallery, we love to accompany our clients in this process. Sometimes, we even take works on loan to their homes to see how they work in their real environment. It is an experience that transforms the link with art, and that many value for how intimate it is.
What if I don’t understand art?
One of the most frequent questions we receive is: but how will I know if it is good if I do not know art?
The answer is simple: you don’t need to know, you need to feel.
Yes, knowledge is valuable, but the first filter must be emotional. If a play stops you, excites you, makes you think or keeps you company, then it already has value for you.
We believe there are no wrong questions, no “wrong” tastes. The important thing is to start on that path. For those who wish to deepen, we also offer personalized advice, both to acquire a first work and for those who already have a collection and want to expand it with sense.
Art as a lasting company
Choosing a work of art is a significant decision. It is not just another object: it is something that will accompany you on your good and bad days, that will grow with you and with your space. And, like all good company, it must connect with you on a deeper level.
We invite you to visit us at Calle Marquesa de Argüeso 38 (Carabanchel) and live that experience. In each exhibition you will find pieces with different voices, languages and emotions. Maybe one of them is waiting for you, even if you don’t know it yet.