We are independent & ad-supported. We may earn a commission for purchases made through our links.
WiseGEEK

Advertiser Disclosure

Our website is an independent, advertising-supported platform. We provide our content free of charge to our readers, and to keep it that way, we rely on revenue generated through advertisements and affiliate partnerships. This means that when you click on certain links on our site and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. Learn more.

How We Make Money

We sustain our operations through affiliate commissions and advertising. If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. We also display advertisements on our website, which help generate revenue to support our work and keep our content free for readers. Our editorial team operates independently from our advertising and affiliate partnerships to ensure that our content remains unbiased and focused on providing you with the best information and recommendations based on thorough research and honest evaluations. To remain transparent, we’ve provided a list of our current affiliate partners here.
Culinary

What Are the Different Types of Artistic Gifts?

Jessica Ellis
By
Updated May 17, 2024
Our promise to you
WiseGEEK is dedicated to creating trustworthy, high-quality content that always prioritizes transparency, integrity, and inclusivity above all else. Our ensure that our content creation and review process includes rigorous fact-checking, evidence-based, and continual updates to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Our Promise to you

Founded in 2002, our company has been a trusted resource for readers seeking informative and engaging content. Our dedication to quality remains unwavering—and will never change. We follow a strict editorial policy, ensuring that our content is authored by highly qualified professionals and edited by subject matter experts. This guarantees that everything we publish is objective, accurate, and trustworthy.

Over the years, we've refined our approach to cover a wide range of topics, providing readers with reliable and practical advice to enhance their knowledge and skills. That's why millions of readers turn to us each year. Join us in celebrating the joy of learning, guided by standards you can trust.

Editorial Standards

At WiseGEEK, we are committed to creating content that you can trust. Our editorial process is designed to ensure that every piece of content we publish is accurate, reliable, and informative.

Our team of experienced writers and editors follows a strict set of guidelines to ensure the highest quality content. We conduct thorough research, fact-check all information, and rely on credible sources to back up our claims. Our content is reviewed by subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and clarity.

We believe in transparency and maintain editorial independence from our advertisers. Our team does not receive direct compensation from advertisers, allowing us to create unbiased content that prioritizes your interests.

Artistic gifts help spread beauty and creativity from givers to recipients. There are many different types of artistic gifts, including sculpture and paintings, hand-crafted items, home and garden decor, and gifts that encourage artistic tendencies in the recipient. Any object that includes beauty and craftsmanship in the design may be considered an artistic gift.

Traditional artistic gifts include different types of visual arts, such as paintings, drawings, or sculptures. These items can help add style and finesse to nearly any home or office, but should be chosen with care. When choosing a piece of traditional art, consider the recipient's likes, dislikes, and personal style. A hip coworker with a love of 1950s clothing might love a framed vintage travel poster, while a lover of Asian artwork might prefer a hand-painted calligraphy scroll.

Hand-crafted items make wonderful artistic gifts, and often bring a fascinating story along the way. Jewelry, blown glass, or hand-carved chess sets can all be unique and exciting gifts, and may come from traditions stretching back hundreds of years. Several websites allow shoppers to peruse the offerings of native artisans from around the world, allowing native craftsmen the opportunity to find a wider audience for their unique work. Choosing an artistic gift from a person's native country, or from a country he or she has always wanted to visit, can be an excellent artistic present.

Well-designed home decor items can stretch well beyond paintings, providing practical uses as well as beauty. Vases, hand-woven blankets, carved wooden clocks, and even artfully designed lamps can be great choices for those who like useful artistic gifts. Even some garden or outdoor items can feature an artistic flair: birdbaths, painted planting pots, and garden sculptures can all be wonderful gifts. Choosing home decor items can be easier if the gift-giver knows the recipient's personal taste and style well; making tactful inquiries about home design preferences can also help narrow down options.

For friends or relatives with their own creative aspirations, artistic gifts that allow them to further their interests can be an excellent choice. Origami paper, calligraphy sets, or candle making kits can help an artsy person indulge in a hobby, or even start a profession. These types of artistic gifts are often fun and enjoyable, and can be a good choice for even a novice craftsman. Books on how to knit a scarf, brush painting sets, or even a good box of colored pencils can help a passionate artist take the next step.

WiseGEEK is dedicated to providing accurate and trustworthy information. We carefully select reputable sources and employ a rigorous fact-checking process to maintain the highest standards. To learn more about our commitment to accuracy, read our editorial process.
Jessica Ellis
By Jessica Ellis
With a B.A. in theater from UCLA and a graduate degree in screenwriting from the American Film Institute, Jessica Ellis brings a unique perspective to her work as a writer for WiseGEEK. While passionate about drama and film, Jessica enjoys learning and writing about a wide range of topics, creating content that is both informative and engaging for readers.
See our Editorial Process Share Feedback

Related Articles

Discussion Comments

By Ana1234 — On Dec 24, 2014

@Iluviaporos - I try to find artistic gifts when I'm traveling and give them to people when I get back. I'd rather support artists and buy directly from them than get presents from stores that may or may not have come directly off an assembly line.

By lluviaporos — On Dec 24, 2014

@MrsPramm - I do like giving people artistic gifts, but I usually try to support local artists instead of making them myself. The only homemade gifts I would give someone for a formal present would be something like pickled vegetables or jams.

The thing is, my friends and family are all capable people and if I can make something, then they could make it as well, so unless I had spent years on refining a particular talent I wouldn't want to feel like I was giving them something that they couldn't just make themselves.

I like giving people unusual gifts, but that generally means I have to find the gift in a gallery or something like that and get them a gift that they might never have otherwise found.

By MrsPramm — On Dec 23, 2014

I do have a tendency to give people knitted gifts whenever I can, but that's because I like to knit and I only need so many scarves and hats for myself.

I usually try to give them something else at the same time, since I know knitted goods aren't exactly on the top of everyone's list when it comes to gifts.

I think a combination of home made and bought gifts is usually a good idea unless you are a proper artisan, because, while people will appreciate the thought, they might appreciate something conventional as well.

Jessica Ellis

Jessica Ellis

With a B.A. in theater from UCLA and a graduate degree in screenwriting from the American Film Institute, Jessica Ellis...
Read more
WiseGEEK, in your inbox

Our latest articles, guides, and more, delivered daily.

WiseGEEK, in your inbox

Our latest articles, guides, and more, delivered daily.