eve studio — your collector profile

eve studio — collector profile

Your Personal Guide to Discovering Fine Art Photography
Introduction

Creating your photography profile is a guided journey. We'll explore your inspiration, aesthetic, context, space, display preferences + practical considerations. You'll have the opportunity to upload references, images/dimensions for the space/s + for key furniture, so have that information to hand if you want to include it. (Estimated time: 5 - 10 minutes)
SECTION 1

About You
Your name*
first + surname
Your location*
city/country
Have you purchased photography/art before?*

Yes — I have an established collectionYes — a few piecesNo — this would be my firstI've inherited or received art as gifts
Are you working with an interior designer or advisor?*

Yes — they're leading the projectYes — but I'm making the final decisionsNo — doing this independentlyPlanning to hire oneNot sure yet
Whether you're working with a designer or exploring independently, your photography profile helps clarify your preferences. If you have a designer, share this profile with them.
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The Inspiration
What's prompting your search for fine art photography?*

New space or recent moveRedesigning or refreshing an existing spaceMilestone or celebration (wedding, anniversary, achievement)Saw something inspiring + want to find similar workGift for someone specialBuilding a photography collectionProfessional or commercial space (office, hotel, restaurant)Exploring with curiosity — no specific occasion
Understanding what sparked your interest helps to guide you toward photography that serves your intention. A milestone purchase often calls for deeply personal imagery, while collection building might prioritise artists with strong market recognition. Commercial spaces benefit from photography that enhances brand identity while remaining accessible to diverse audiences.
Where are you in this process?*

Just starting to look — exploring optionsHave a clear idea — searching for the right pieceFound work I love — ready to decideRenovating or decorating — photography is part of a bigger project
Knowing where you are helps understand the support you need. Early explorers benefit from broader recommendations + education. Those ready to decide may want specific works + practical next steps.
Have you encountered photography that inspired this search?*

Yes — on Instagram, Pinterest or design websitesYes — in a hotel, restaurant, gallery or public spaceYes — already browsing on eveYes — in someone's home or officeNot yet — I'm still exploring + discovering
If yes, what specifically appealed to you about the work you saw?
Describe what caught your attention — the subject, the colours, the mood, the scale or something else? These instinctive reactions reveal your aesthetic preferences.
If yes, feel free to upload a reference image/s.

If you have a screenshot, photo or saved image of work that inspired you, upload it here. This helps us understand your visual language.
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Your Aesthetic Compass
When you encounter photography that resonates with you, what creates that connection? (select all that apply)*

The mood or emotion it evokes in meColour palette + tonal qualitiesThe subject matter + its narrativeCompositional strength — how it's framed + structuredIt reminds me of a place, person, or memoryPure visual beauty — it's simply captivatingIt makes me think, wonder, or questionTechnical mastery — the craft is evidentOther
Photography operates on multiple levels simultaneously. Some collectors respond primarily to technical excellence, others to emotional resonance. Understanding your entry point into imagery — whether intellectual, emotional or aesthetic — helps identify photographers whose work will sustain your interest over time. The work you live with daily should reward repeated viewing.
Which of these photographic aesthetics resonate with you? (select all that apply)*

Urban Energy — City life, street scenes, architecture in contextMinimalist Calm — Reductive compositions, negative space, quietnessCoastal Serenity — Ocean, beaches, maritime environmentsVibrant Colour — Saturated hues, chromatic intensityTimeless Monochrome — Black + white, grayscale tonal rangeNatural Landscapes — Mountains, forests, wildernessIntimate Portraits — Human subjects, emotional connectionAbstract Intrigue — Non-representational, experimentalDocumentary Moments — Authentic, unposed, narrative-drivenArchitectural Geometry — Built environment, structural formsBotanical/Organic — Plants, natural patterns, growthAtmospheric/Ethereal — Soft focus, dreamlike, ambiguousOther
Eve organises photography by aesthetic motifs rather than generic categories. Motifs represent visual languages — ways photographers see + interpret the world. Your selections create a taste profile that connects you to relevant work across our gallery network. Most collectors find themselves drawn to 3-5 core motifs, though these often evolve as visual literacy develops.
How do you respond to colour in photography?*

Bold, saturated colours energise meSoft, muted tones feel more sophisticatedBlack & white exclusively — timeless + essentialMonochromatic (single colour family) — cohesive + intentionalI appreciate both colour + black & white for different reasonsWhatever serves the image best — no strong preference
Colour functions psychologically before we process it intellectually. Saturated hues activate the nervous system — they energise spaces. Desaturated or muted tones create contemplation. Black + white removes the distraction of colour, directing attention to light, form, composition + tonal range. Many sophisticated collections include both colour + monochrome work, selected intentionally for different spaces + purposes.
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How You Live
How would you describe your overall aesthetic or design sensibility? (select all that apply)*

Modern/Contemporary — clean lines, currentClassic/Traditional — timeless, establishedEclectic/Collected — layered, personal, variedCoastal/Relaxed — organic, natural materialsMinimalist — essential, reductiveIndustrial/Urban — raw materials, exposed elementsMid-Century — 1950s-60s influencedMaximalist — abundant, richly layeredStill discovering + defining my styleOther
Your broader aesthetic context informs how photography functions in your environment. However, photography can also lead stylistic evolution — a powerful image might inspire you to reimagine your entire space.
What feeling or atmosphere do you want photography to create in this space? (select all that apply)*

Calm/Peaceful — sanctuary from intensityEnergising/Inspiring — motivational, activatingContemplative/Thought-Provoking — invites sustained attentionSophisticated/Elegant — refined, curatedWarm/Inviting — accessible, hospitableDramatic/Bold — commanding, memorableJoyful/Uplifting — light, positiveIntimate/Personal — private, revealingOther
Photography affects spatial psychology before we consciously register content. Large-scale work commands attention + authority. Intimate-scale work invites closer inspection + rewards sustained engagement. Being intentional about the atmospheric qualities you want helps identify photographers whose work creates those conditions.
This photography is for:*

Personal residential space — my homeProfessional space — office or workspaceHospitality environment — hotel, restaurant, venueGift for someone important to meLong-term collection building across multiple spacesOther
Context shapes selection criteria significantly. Personal spaces reward idiosyncratic choices + deep personal connection — you'll live with this artwork daily. Professional spaces benefit from photography that creates desired brand impressions while remaining accessible.
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The Physical Space
Show us your space (optional but helpful)

Upload a photo of the wall or room where photography will hang. Include the full wall if possible, along with any furniture, windows or architectural features nearby. Photos taken from the primary viewing position (where you'll most often see the work) are most useful.
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Which room/s or area/s are you considering for artwork/s?*

Living room or main gathering spacePrimary bedroomDining room or eating areaHome office or studyKitchenHallway, entryway or transitional spaceBathroomGuest bedroom or secondary spaceMultiple rooms — planning coordinated selectionsCommercial or professional spaceOther
Room function influences photographic content + scale. Public/social spaces suit bolder imagery + larger scales. Private spaces often benefit from more intimate, personal or calming work. Kitchens + bathrooms have practical constraints — humidity, heat + splashing require protective framing considerations.
What are your wall/space dimensions?
Provide measurements in whichever unit you use — inches or centimetres
Accurate measurements are essential for proper scale recommendations. As a general principle, photography should occupy 50-75% of wall width to create visual balance without overwhelming the space.
What is your wall colour or finish?*

White or light neutral (off-white, cream, light grey)Dark or bold colour (navy, charcoal, deep green, etc.)Wallpapered or textured surfaceMedium tone (mid-grey, beige, taupe)Natural material (wood, brick, concrete)Planning to paint — colour flexibleOther
Wall colour profoundly affects how photography reads visually. Light walls suit almost all imagery. Dark walls require photography with strong internal contrast. Textured surfaces add visual noise — simpler, bolder imagery often works better.
Is there furniture above which the photography will hang?*

Yes — sofa or seatingYes — bed (headboard)Yes — console table, credenza or cabinetYes — deskNo — empty wall with no furniture belowOther
If yes, what is the width of your furniture?
Indicate inches or centimetres.
Photography relates to furniture below it through visual weight + proportion. The standard guideline: artwork should be ⅔ to ¾ the width of the furniture piece below it.
What are the lighting conditions for this space?*

Bright — receives direct sunlight for several hours dailyModerate — indirect or filtered natural lightLow — minimal natural light, primarily ambient artificialArtificial lighting only — no windows in spaceVariable — different seasons/times bring different lightOther
Light exposure affects both artwork longevity + viewing experience. Direct, sustained sunlight causes fading over time. Museum-quality UV-protective glazing blocks 99% of harmful UV rays, but it's best to keep artworks away from direct sunlight. Low-light spaces benefit from artwork with strong internal light or contrast.
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Display Approach
What size photography are you drawn to?*

Small/intimate (under 24" / 60cm wide) — rewards close viewingMedium (24-40" / 60-100cm wide) — versatile, accessible scaleLarge statement (40-60" / 100-150cm wide) — commands attentionOversized (60"+ / 150cm+ wide) — architectural, immersiveFlexible — depends on the space + the workNot sure — need guidance based on my spaceOther
Scale creates psychological impact independent of content. Large-scale photography commands immediate attention. Medium-scale work offers versatility. Small-scale work invites intimacy. Consider viewing distance: larger rooms require larger work to maintain visual impact.
Do you have an orientation preference?*

Landscape/Horizontal — wider than tallPortrait/Vertical — taller than wideSquare — equal dimensionsMix — no strong preference, depends on compositionOther
Horizontal formats suit walls above sofas, beds + longer furniture — they create restfulness. Vertical formats work in narrow spaces or flanking windows — they draw eyes upward. Square formats feel balanced + contemporary.
Are you envisioning a single artwork or grouping?*

Single statement artwork — one powerful pieceDiptych — two related pieces side by sideTriptych — three pieces creating unified compositionGallery wall — multiple pieces (4+) in arranged compositionSeries — multiple pieces of same size in linear arrangementOpen to either approach — want recommendationsOther
Single pieces create focus + command. Diptychs + triptychs add visual complexity while maintaining cohesion. Gallery walls suit eclectic collectors. For groupings, maintain 2-4" (5-10cm) consistent spacing between frames.
Framing preferences:*

Framed — prefer cohesive, finished presentation ready to hangUnframed — flexibility to frame separately or float-mountMix of framed + unframed depending on the workNeed guidance on framing optionsOther
Framing serves aesthetic, protective + practical functions. Classic black or white frames work universally. Natural wood frames add warmth. Unframed work suits modern/minimalist spaces. Note: frames add 2-4" (5-10cm) to overall dimensions.
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Practical Considerations
Edition type preference:*

Limited edition — signed/numbered by artist (e.g., 5/50)Open edition — unlimited availability, accessible pricingArtist proofs or unique works — one-of-a-kindAny edition type — quality matters most to me
Limited editions are produced in fixed quantities, signed + numbered by the artist. Smaller edition sizes (1-25) command premium pricing. Open editions prioritise accessibility over scarcity. All eve artwork listings clearly display edition information.
Investment range per piece:*

Exploring under $1,000$1,000-$2,500$2,500-$5,000$5,000-$10,000$10,000-$25,000$25,000+Flexible — depends entirely on the specific workOther
Photography pricing reflects artist recognition, edition size, print dimensions + market demand. Emerging photographers offer entry points under $2,500. Mid-career photographers typically range $2,500-$10,000. Established photographers command $10,000+.
Timeline for selection + acquisition:*

Actively selecting now — ready to acquire within weeksPlanning for 1-3 months ahead — thoughtful considerationLong-term collecting — building gradually over 6-12+ monthsOngoing relationship — no specific completion timelineJust exploring + educating myself currentlyOther
Most collectors develop their taste + watch the market over time, acquiring work gradually. Limited editions sell out — so if you encounter photography that genuinely moves you, waiting can mean losing access.
And finally...please provide your email address to receive your Collector Profile*
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How can eve best support your photography search? (select all that apply)*

Email my profile + matching collection recommendationsNotify me 48 hours early when new Shows launch (before public access)Alert me when new work arrives matching my aesthetic preferencesCustom curation service — create project collection based on my profilePlease just send my profile — I prefer to browse independentlyOther
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eve studio — collector profile

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