How to Choose Original Art for Your Dubai Home

If you’re a collector in Dubai, choosing original art can be overwhelming. You want something unique, personal, and impactful — a piece that transforms your space and reflects your taste.

I’m Tanya Hayek, a French-Lebanese artist based between Dubai and Nice, featured in Vogue UK and The World of Interiors. I specialize in mixed media fantasy interiors, surreal compositions, and custom portrait commissions. Over the years, I’ve helped collectors select pieces that enhance both home aesthetics and emotional resonance.

1. Start With Your Space

I'm happy to come over to discuss and advise, or here is a breakdown of what to consider:

• Wall size and layout — large-scale paintings work well in living rooms, medium or small-scale for hallways or private studies.

• Existing décor — color palette, materials, and textures. Your art should complement, not clash.

• Lighting — natural light versus spotlight; mixed media works best with layered textures visible in daylight.

2. Define Your Personal Style

Collectors often choose art that reflects their personality or emotional world:

• Fantasy Interiors & Whimsical Spaces — for those who want imagination to inhabit their walls.

• Mixed Media Abstracts — for bold, textured, statement-making pieces.

• Portraits — a personal touch for private or family spaces.

Tip: Keep a reference folder with colors, shapes, and moods you love.

3. Consider Emotional Impact

Art is more than decoration — it creates mood and feeling. When you commission or buy a painting, ask:

• Does it evoke the atmosphere I want in this room?

• Will it remain meaningful over years?

• Does it tell a story that resonates with my life or travels?

Collectors in Dubai often commission pieces inspired by personal experiences, dreams, or luxury interiors.

4. Work With the Artist Directly

One of the biggest advantages for collectors is direct communication with the artist. This ensures:

• Customized colors, size, and medium to fit your space

• Artwork that is truly one-of-a-kind

• Expert guidance on display, framing, and care

For example, I guide Dubai collectors through mixed media compositions that combine structure, depth, and surreal imagination, so each piece enhances their home uniquely.

5. Practical Tips for Buying Original Art

• Measure twice — know your wall space before purchasing.

• Start with one statement piece — layering is easier than removing.

• Check medium & framing — mixed media can require special framing or UV protection.

• Consider investment & legacy — original art often gains value emotionally and financially over time.

Commission or Explore Available Works

Collectors can either explore existing works or commission a custom piece tailored for their Dubai homes by sending me an email at tanyahayek@hotmail.com