INTERNATIONAL ARTS FOR CAUSE EXCHANGE
THE ART OF INSPIRING CHANGE!
Why We Do
What We Do:
For an introduction to The International Arts for Cause Exchange, please click on : >>>>>
THE IAFCE SPONSOR ICON BELOW OR TO THE RIGHT OF THE SCREEN!
The Mission of the International Arts for Cause Exchange is to inspire change with every brush stroke.
Through cultural experiences shared, our world becomes a woven tapestry of diversity and beauty.
Through a global nexus of affinity, our mission is to engage all in the exploration of an ever expanding collection of works of art from all over the world.
The IAFCE currently represents the works of more than 200 artists from more than 50 countries.
Moreover, we intend to close the gap that seems quite wide between those who “buy art” to match their sofa, and the art elitists, who "seem to know it all, and who feel only THEIR opinion matters…ART IS FOR EVERYONE TO ENJOY AND EMBRACE, TO INSPIRE, TO EVOKE EMOTION and, although art will always remain subjective, it is our mission to INCLUDE EVERYONE in the experience.
From those who do not live in proximity to a Fine Art Museum, to those who are intimidated to venture into a local gallery, and ALL WHO HAVE AN ARTIST DEEP WITHIN THEM that they can now explore!
Via pledges of support and acquisitions, we will provide funding enhancement for art incubator programs including, but not limited to, underprivileged children, and many others who have suffered abuse and may benefit from exploring their own creativity; art therapy.
Via Philanthropic Marketing Initiatives we are enabled not simply to amplify our goals, excel in our mission, but we are further enabled to create ongoing auctions benefiting many viable charities and non-profits, where everyone can get involved, and all can benefit from the experience!
TIPS AND TERMS THAT CAN HELP GUIDE YOU TO AQUIRING OR INVESTING IN ART: The very first advice we would like to give you is quite simple: Art is entirely subjective. When you are drawn to a specific work, or a specific artist, that is the work of art that should belong to you! Not unlike music, ART should INSPIRE, instrigue, move you in some way. The most beautiful art is entirely in the eye of the beholder. Many terms are used in collecting art that determine intrinsic and market value. Here are some standard art terms that we would like to make more familiar to you: TYPES OF REPRODUCTIONS: Prints: Art prints can be mass produced or in limited edition series. Modern technology has afforded ART more saturation of color and density. Laser printing is always the most intense. Lithographs: The history of the lithograph dates back to the 19th century, as one of the original methods to reproduce limited editions of fine art. Printing one layer of color at a time, was once done using stone surfaces; now usually done with metallic plates. A lithograph is collectible. Serigraphs: Serigraph reproduction is often considered a more refined method of layering colors and textures and is considered to add more value to a reproduction than a standard laser print or lithograph. Serigraphs can be reproduced onto canvas or artist paper or parchment. Mixed Media: This term, used by modern artists means exactly what it sounds like it should mean. Combining techniques of reproduction are often done to enhance the artists' works and make them less easy to reproduce. Mixed Media works are also known as seriolithographs. Giclees: The best known artist of today who has used this method is perhaps Thomas Kinkaide. This process of reproduction is relatively new; the latter part of the twentieth century. Any work of art can be reproduced into a giclee. What makes it more valuable to the collector is the number of reproductions, and the artist's signature on the work to authenticate it's approved replication. WHAT MAKES ONE WORK OF ART MORE VALUABLE THAN THE NEXT? Yes, the celebrity of the artist does matter. When an artist is so popular that their works sell out on the primary art market, the value of their works escalates. When a work of art, even any replication or authenticated reproduction is offered as "Rare edition", "Ultra-collectible" or "Sold out", it is an indication that the original series of limited editions offered by this artist, has now been depleted on the Fine Art primary market. Not unlike a rare, exotic gemstone that can only be mined in one location, when that mine is depleted, the value of your gemstone rises. LIMITED EDITIONS: When an artist releases limited editions of his/her work, the first question you should ask is HOW MANY were replicated? The smaller the number of total editions reproduced, the higher the value. The next question you should always ask is "are they numbered"? For example, one artist may release 1000 limited editions, unnumbered, and the next may release only 250, and each is numbered: i.e. 1/250 to 250/250. The first "limited edition" and the last "limited edition" always become the most collectible. Did the artist HAND SIGN EACH replication? Whether you have discovered a print, lithograph, serigraph, mixed media (aka seriolithograph), or a giclee, THE ARTIST'S SIGNATURE by hand, always adds value to your work of art. Artist Proofs: An artist proof can often become one of the most coveted works as it was, most likely, in the hands of the artist as he or she approved the very first reproductions for further replication. Artist proofs, usually, only become available when an ENTIRE SERIES of limited editions of this work, by this artist have been depleted. HAND EMBELLISHED: Many artists use giclee or mixed media methods of reproduction in order to share their works with more than the original owner. When an artist takes the time to hand varnish a giclee, or embellish any reproduction of his/her works, it adds substantial value to the replication.
