The Economics of Everyday Things 76. Hotel Art
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Jan 13, 2025 Exploring how unexpected opportunities can shift an artist’s career, the conversation dives into the transformative power of art in hotels. Curated artwork enhances guest experiences and shapes hotel identities, while complex budgeting decisions determine how art is procured. The morality of monetization in the art market is examined alongside the delicate balance between an artist's vision and a client's needs. Overall, it highlights the often-overlooked emotional connections that art can create in everyday spaces.
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Poundstone's Discovery
- Jessica Poundstone, a visual artist, received an Instagram message from an art advisory firm.
- This led her to discover the world of hotel art and transition from a software company job.
Hotel Art's Transformation
- Hotel art is often overlooked, ranging from bland to laughably bad.
- Recently, hotels aim to change this by focusing on unique and local art.
The Importance of Good Art
- Hotels need high-quality art to attract guests and avoid the "hotel art" stigma.
- Melanie Ketring, Best Western's design director, compares art to jewelry, enhancing the hotel's mood.