# Renting Fine Art Credit Crunch Produces Test Drive Paintings By TopDog | Published 2009-04-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renting-fine-art-credit-crunch-produces-test-drive-paintings References: [philly](http://www.philly.com/inquirer/image/20090408_Rent-to-admire.html) At a time when [fine art galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-spoon) are diving into black ink, renting or leasing paintings could be the new thing to do. It’s easier on the pocket book and better than a bare spot on the wall. During this recession, Maslow Art Group is redefining the [acquisition of fine art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-print-series) by offering their merchandise for a fraction of the full price. It’s not unusual for movie sets to [rent or lease paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-couriers), but the inclination to rent instead of buy has captured the attention of many. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Renting Fine Art:** Unlocking new possibilities for art lovers to access and experience high-quality artwork through flexible rental options. - **Affordable Acquisition:** Disrupting the traditional art market by allowing individuals and businesses to enjoy fine art without the high costs of ownership. - **Redefining Art Ownership:** Challenging the notion of permanent ownership by introducing a new model of temporary art possession through rental services. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art Rental Services:** Catering to art enthusiasts and businesses seeking cost-effective access to a rotating collection of fine art pieces. - **Interior Design:** Enabling interior designers to enhance their spaces with a constantly refreshed selection of curated art for improved aesthetics. - **Film and Entertainment:** Providing a convenient solution for film production companies and set designers to access artwork for movie sets through flexible rental agreements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Traveling Fine Art Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-out-there.md) - [Artwork Investment Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-investing.md) - [Affordable Artist-Focused Art Retailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-retail.md) - [Abstract Toronto Home Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elte-fine-art.md) - [Renter-Friendly Wallpaper Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renter-friendly-wallpaper.md) - [Art Showroom Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alternative-to-traditional-galleries.md) - [Painterly Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7-paintings-the-art-of-dining.md) - [Creative Space-Enhancing Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bespoke-artworks.md) - [Color Infusion Paint Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-your-rent.md)