Posters as a gift: The guide to choosing the perfect art gift

Giving a poster as a gift is a great way to show thoughtfulness and personality. It's a gift that literally stays put and can delight the recipient day after day. But how do you choose the right poster for the right person? Here's your ultimate guide to choosing the perfect art gift.

Understand the recipient's taste

The first step in choosing the perfect poster is to consider the recipient's personal style and interests.

1. Observe their home: Next time you visit them, take a look at their decor. What colors dominate? What style have they chosen?
2. Listen to their interests: What do they often talk about? Music, travel, movies, or maybe a specific hobby?
3. Check their social media: Instagram and Pinterest can provide clues about what kind of art and design they appreciate.

Different types of posters for different personalities

• For the nature lover: Landscape images, botanical illustrations or animal motifs.
• For the nostalgic: Vintage-inspired posters or retro travel posters.
• For the movie buff: Classic movie posters or minimalist interpretations of iconic scenes.
• For the music lover: posters of musical instruments , album covers or portraits of artists.
• For the art lover: Reproductions of famous works of art or modern abstract motifs .
• For the motivated: Inspirational quotes or typographic posters .

Consider the size

The size of the poster is important both to fit into the recipient's home and to match your budget.

• Small posters (21x30 and 30x40 cm): Perfect for smaller spaces or as part of a grid wall.
• Medium-sized posters (50x70 cm): Versatile and suitable for most rooms.
• Large posters (70x100 cm): Make a dramatic impression but require more wall space.

Quality and materials

Invest in quality for a gift that lasts a long time.

• Paper quality: Choose posters that have a thick, matte paper for a premium look. At Care of Posters, we run a thicker matte 200 gsm FSC-certified premium paper.
• Frame or not: A framed poster is more complete as a gift, but giving an unframed poster gives the recipient flexibility.

Timing and opportunity

Think about when and why you are giving the poster as a gift.

• Housewarming gift: Choose something that suits their new home.
• Birthday: Focus on their personal interests.
• Holidays: Consider seasonal motifs or festive designs.

Giving a poster as a gift is more than just a gift – it’s an opportunity to show that you really know and appreciate the person. With these guidelines in mind, you can choose a poster that not only looks great on the wall, but also warms the heart every time the recipient looks at it. Remember, the best gift is the one given with thought and care.