| ext">Whether you’re drawn to the beauty | | | | designer is and about him/her. |
| of kachina dolls, sand paintings and jewelry or the | | | | Purchase the artworks from a reputed dealer |
| eye catching colors of woven rugs, story tellers | | | | who has a association with the artist. Ask if you |
| and pottery craft; having a little understanding | | | | can return the artwork if you do not like it. |
| about the American arts and crafts can help you | | | | Learn about the law regarding sale and purchase |
| make the most of your money. | | | | of native American arts and craft products. |
| As the native American art usually commands | | | | Dont's |
| higher prices, some unscrupulous traders | | | | Buy an art piece if you don't like it. |
| misrepresent imitation art and craft products as | | | | Feel that you will always have to spend big |
| authentic. If you are considering to buy a piece of | | | | money to buy native American arts and crafts. |
| Native American art, here are some do's and | | | | There are some lesser known artists who create |
| dont's that will help you make an informed buying | | | | posters and more mass-produced items like nice |
| decision. | | | | gifts and decorations at much lesser prices. It is |
| Do's | | | | up to you whether you spend $35 or $35000 for |
| Always prefer to buy the native American arts | | | | a oil painting or a bronze statue. Know what the |
| and craft products directly from the artists, | | | | purpose of your purchase is? |
| galleries or at special shows. Attend seminars and | | | | Be afraid about asking questions. If a trader is |
| functions, which draw native American artists and | | | | selling native American artwork, he should disclose |
| talk to them. Learn about the artists and their | | | | the authenticity of what he is offering. Genuine |
| area of specialization. | | | | native American artwork can be identified with |
| Know what designs or products make a particular | | | | the Trademark of artist. |
| art piece well constructed and beautiful. It is | | | | Hesitate to contact the artist to verify the |
| important to understand the different types of | | | | authenticity of the artwork you are considering |
| art forms and what makes one art piece better | | | | buying. |
| than others. Research, research, research. | | | | Believe on everything that you read on the |
| Do everything you can to check the authenticity | | | | Internet or are told by a sales person. |
| of a particular art piece. Check out who the | | | | |