392: The Future of Art Collecting (3 Major Interior Design Trends Impacting the Art World)
Release Date: 01/20/2026
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info_outlineđźď¸ If you want to sell art in 2026, you have to understand what collectors are craving beneath the surfaceâand home dĂŠcor trends are quietly revealing everything.
Design trends arenât just about styleâtheyâre reflections of emotional needs, cultural shifts, and buyer psychology. In this episode, Miriam breaks down how changes in home dĂŠcor signal what collectors are longing for right now, and why meaning is starting to matter more than aesthetics alone.This conversation goes beyond whatâs âinâ and dives into why certain art feels irresistible, whatâs selling in real time, and how artists can position their work without chasing trends or diluting their voice. Think of this as an invitation to expand your creative practice and meet collectors where they truly are.
đĄ Youâll Learn:
⢠The three macro forces shaping the future of art collecting
⢠How to lead with story, symbolism, and meaning to create deeper collector connection
⢠How to reframe scale and growth as creative evolutionânot a sales tactic
đ§ Tune in to learn how to align your art with what buyers are feelingânot just what theyâre seeing.
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