Buying affordable art in Singapore – it is possible!

Can you really buy affordable art in Singapore? How do you know what to look for? What should you take into consideration when buying art for your home? When it’s a new rental property or you’re starting from scratch, either original artwork or prints can quickly turn four bare walls into an interesting space with personality. We asked some art places for tips on finding the right piece (that doesn’t have to cost an arm or a leg!).

Serenity Gallery – Ben Yeo

What is your art gallery’s point of difference?

Serenity Gallery’s point of difference lies in our strong focus on Singapore’s local artistic voice. We are committed to showcasing the diversity and originality of Singapore-based artists, offering collectors and visitors a meaningful way to connect with the country’s evolving art scene.

Our gallery provides a supportive platform for both emerging and established artists, ensuring their creative rights are respected while encouraging artistic growth. Through thoughtfully curated exhibitions, we aim to make art more accessible and deepen appreciation for local creativity within Singapore’s multicultural landscape.

For collectors, Serenity Gallery offers carefully selected works that combine aesthetic value with long-term collectability, creating a bridge between artists, the local community and international audiences.

What are your top tips when it comes to buying art in Singapore?

When buying art in Singapore, start by choosing a piece that genuinely resonates with you rather than focusing solely on investment value. Art is something you live with daily, so it should inspire you and bring a sense of connection to your space.

Take time to learn about the artist – their background, creative journey and exhibition history. Singapore has a dynamic art scene with both established artists and exciting emerging talents, offering collectors a wide range of meaningful works to discover.

Finally, trust your instincts and seek guidance from reputable galleries. A good gallery can provide valuable insight into the artist and the work, helping collectors make thoughtful and confident decisions.

What’s your starting price for an affordable art piece?

Artworks at Serenity Gallery start from $500.

What services do you offer to help readers who are buying art in Singapore?

Personalised consultations – we take time to understand your taste, style and space, recommending artworks that truly resonate with you. Our goal is simple: to make art collecting approachable, personal and deeply rewarding.

#02-85 Bras Basah Complex, 231 Bain Street
315, Outram Road, 12-07, Tan Boon Liat Building
9639 0449 | serenity-gallery.com

LivingwithArt Singapore – Zak Lo

How would you describe LivingwithArt?

“Enter the world of Art.” Our extensive collection covers everything from 2D art pieces ranging from abstract, modern contemporary, minimalism, floral, nature and cityscape, to Feng Shui and 3D sculptures made of glass, bronze, marble, clay and wood. In addition to painting customisation, we have partnered with Faber-Castell, Germany to offer an extensive range of artists’ products and Philip Jeffries, an American wall coverings manufacturer. We are passionate about promoting local artists’ works and providing a fantastic art appreciation experience to anyone that walks in.

What are your top tips when it comes to buying art in Singapore?

Start by referencing the overall theme of your home, followed by the style of art that piques your interest. You can then come down to the gallery to discuss these points with our interior stylist and art consultants. Or customers buying art in Singapore can just go with their instincts and pick up anything that catches their eye!

What services do you offer to help readers buying art in Singapore?

Other than speaking to our stylist and art consultants, we generate mood boards for commissioned pieces to match customers’ desired outcomes. This aids better with visualisation and enables you to feel more confident with any purchases.

What’s your starting price for an affordable art piece?

Our starting price is $25 for limited-edition art prints in the smallest size or a small ceramic sculpture.

#02-05 Tan Boon Liat Building (Flagship Gallery), 315 Outram Road
#01-10 Midview City, 18 Sin Ming Lane
9826 4172 | LivingwithArt

Mr Lim’s Shop of Visual Treasures – Mr Lim

How would you describe your art gallery?

Our gallery is for folks who want something original – art that means something, not mass-produced cookie-cutter copies, not themed restaurant wall decor.  And, because everyone is different, our collection is as eclectic as it gets.

We have a blend of international and local art with works by renowned figures such as Ai Weiwei and Shepard Fairey alongside pieces by Singapore’s respected artists Tang Da Wu and Cheo Chai-Hiang. The exhibition spans various styles, from political to pop, and from surreal to hyper-real and contemporary conceptual. It’s a nuanced view of the current art landscape – a carefully curated selection that invites viewers to explore the dialogue between global and local artistic voices.

This approach has earned us a perfect 5.0-star rating from Google reviews to date, and we’ve been featured in many high-profile publications, including Esquire Singapore, The Straits Times and Yahoo News, and many cultural and art blogs, including Plural Art Mag.

What’s your top tip when buying art in Singapore?

Buy art like you’re getting a dog (or cat). Don’t buy art like you’re getting a piece of furniture. Don’t worry about matching your décor. You’re not creating a theme restaurant; you’re making your house, your home. You’re building a collection of your life, for life. It can be sad, joyful, hopeful, cool – as long as it resonates with you, then it’s beautiful and worth collecting.

What’s your starting price?

You can find some amazing originals from as low as $70. Larger works from more senior artists can go from $500 to $2,000. A signed limited-edition screenprint by artists such as Shepard Fairey goes from $250. Ultra-rare hand-painted ones can go for $2,000 to $50,000. (We also have very-limited-edition artists’ t-shirts for $39 each, and they sell out very fast!)

What services do you offer to help readers buying art in Singapore?

I like to think I offer myself, really. I’m always here to chat and help collectors at any level. I love spending time talking to people from all over. Artists often drop by too, which is great because it gives collectors a chance to meet them and learn more about their work.

Beyond that, I can help with framing, delivery, shipping – both local and international – authentication, restoration and conservation. I’ve got a network of partners who can do museum-grade work at below-market rates, and I pass the savings on to my customers. The goal is to get great art on nice walls. I really like the idea of filling everyone’s home with art they love.

8 Haji Lane, #02-01
9815 5300 | mrlimsshopofvisualtreasures.com

As you can see, affordable art in Singapore is no myth! We hope you’ve found this useful; you can find more helpful articles about all things home décor right here.