I bought a $1000 piece of art (original) that was hanging in a hotel that I stayed at before a cruise when I was in Whistler, BC. I didn't realize it was for sale and contacted the artist after I left the hotel (I had taken a picture of the art before I left). I liked that I supported a local artist in the area. I later commissioned her to paint another piece and bought a 3rd piece. They are all originals and they all remind me of Whistler. This was my first time buying original art. I had planned on meeting the artist on a trip there last fall but I broke my wrist before I got there. I have gotten to know her via phone calls, texts and emails. The art makes me smile whenever I see it in my house and reminds me of my vacations to the area.
I have never bought any art on a ship before.
First time buying original art. My thought was if not now, then when? I didn't want to wait until I am in my 70's or whatever age because now I can enjoy it for decades to come.