With so much art to choose from, it can be really difficult
to commit to buying that single perfect piece to display in a prominent space
in your home or office. The art enthusiasts who founded TurningArt understand
that dilemma. So they came up with a fun, affordable, risk-free way for
newcomers to art collecting to discover, experience, and buy art from talented
artists across the country.
As a Turning Art member, you can display a rotating
selection of museum-quality prints in your home or office. For just $10 a
month, you can choose to display a different art print as often as you like. For every dollar you spend on your TurningArt membership,
you will bank an Art Credit that can be used to purchase the print or the original
of any art that you like to keep.
Until you feel ready to buy art for permanent display or to
start a collection, you can fill a blank wall with works of different types,
genres, and artists.
TurningArt offers thousands of pieces from hundreds of
independent artists, with new works added daily. Every
piece you bring into your home earns money for the artist. As a TurningArt
member, you can give your favorite artists the exposure they deserve, and help
them find new audiences.
If you fall in love with a specific piece of work, you can use
your TurningArt Art Credits to purchase the print from TurningArt or buy the
original from the artist.
For original works, your Art Credits can be used for up to
50 percent of the price that the artist has set. (The originals typically are
priced between $300 and $5,000.)
Prints are available in two sizes. The 16 x 20 inch prints
sells for $65 unframed, and $140 framed. The 24 x 30-inch prints cost $105
unframed and $260 framed. A 6- or 12-month TurningArt membership provides enough
ArtCredits to buy an unframed print.
The Story Behind
TurningArt
TurningArt was started by Jason Gracilieri, an art lover in
Boston who was finding it difficult to fill an empty wall in his home: “I was trying to find something that I
really loved. Something that had meaning for me and just fit perfectly. While I
searched in the little free time that I had, that empty wall stayed empty for a
very long time. I thought there had to be a better way.”
How It Works
When you sign up for a membership, your first print will
arrive framed and ready-to-hang. Each piece is printed on a high-quality
material that displays rich, vibrant colors, captures subtle detail, and remains
crinkle-free. The black frame is made of a natural, recycled material that won’t
warp or dent. When you want to return your first piece, and exchange it for
something new, shipping is always free.
Gift Service
Although art can be a welcome gift, choosing the right piece
can be a challenge. So, TurningArt offers three types of gift memberships: 3
months ($30), 6 months ($60), and 12 months ($120). The TurningArt membership can be particularly
well-suited for wedding gifts.
"Couples starting out may not have the money or the
inclination to purchase art, especially if they're renting or haven't developed
their personal style as a couple," said Gracilieri. "Gifting a
TurningArt membership will help create that special home environment, and allow
them to discover the art they love."
Gift-givers can select the first print or email the recipient a TurningArt gift notification with instructions on how to select their first piece.
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