How to Buy Original Art by Diego Palencia
Buying original art should feel as considered as the work itself. With Diego Palencia, the path from discovering a painting to hanging it on your wall is direct and personal — no middlemen, no editions, no guesswork. Every piece is an original acrylic on canvas, made by hand in his Guatemala City studio, signed, and certified as a unique work.
Whether you're acquiring your first original or adding to an established collection, the experience is built around clarity and confidence. You browse the current gallery, reach out about a piece, and Diego handles the details — including careful, insured shipping anywhere in the world. Prices are in USD and shared per artwork, so you always know what you're acquiring.
This page walks through the full process, from first look to final delivery, so you know exactly what to expect. When you find a work that moves you, the next step is simply to get in touch. Explore the gallery and let's begin.
1. Browse the gallery
Everything begins with looking. The gallery holds Diego's available original paintings, each shown in detail so you can study color, texture, and scale before deciding. Because every work is one of a kind, the gallery reflects what's genuinely available — pieces are removed as they're acquired. Take your time with it. Diego's paintings reward close attention: the layered acrylic surfaces, the movement between organic and urban forms, the emotional charge of the color. When a particular work keeps drawing you back, that's usually the one. Note the piece you're drawn to, and move to the next step to confirm it's available and start the acquisition.
2. Acquire with confidence
Once a painting has your attention, reach out through the contact page to confirm it's still available and to arrange the purchase. Diego works with you directly, so any questions about the work — its character, its scale, how it will travel — get answered by the artist himself. Prices are quoted in USD per artwork, with no hidden editions or copies behind the scenes; you're acquiring the single original. Because each piece is unique, works are sold on a first-come basis, so it's worth getting in touch promptly about a painting you love. This direct relationship is part of what makes acquiring an original feel personal rather than transactional.
3. Receive your painting anywhere
After acquisition, Diego prepares your painting for its journey. Each work is carefully packaged to protect the canvas in transit and shipped worldwide with full insurance, so it arrives safely wherever you are. Your certificate of authenticity travels with the piece, confirming it as a unique original from the studio. From Guatemala City to your home, gallery, or workspace, the goal is a smooth arrival and a painting that looks exactly as it should. And if nothing in the current gallery is quite right, remember that Diego accepts select commissions — an original made specifically for you. Start by exploring the available works.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I buy an original painting?
- Browse the gallery to find a piece that resonates, then reach out through the contact page to confirm it's available and arrange the purchase. Diego works with you directly throughout, so questions about the work are answered by the artist himself. Once confirmed, he prepares the painting for insured shipping to your location.
- Are prices shown, and what currency?
- Prices are in USD and shared per artwork. There are no hidden editions or copies — you're acquiring the single original. Because every painting is one of a kind, works are sold on a first-come basis, so it's worth reaching out promptly about a piece you love to confirm current availability and pricing.
- Can I buy from outside Guatemala?
- Yes. Diego ships worldwide. Each painting is carefully packaged to protect the canvas in transit and shipped with full insurance, arriving safely wherever you are. Your certificate of authenticity travels with the piece. From Guatemala City to your home, gallery, or workspace, the process is built to be smooth and secure.
- What if I want something not in the gallery?
- Diego accepts select commissions for collectors and brands. If the current gallery doesn't hold the right work, you can commission an original made specifically for you — your space, your story, your vision. Reach out through the contact page to begin a conversation about what you're looking for and how a commission would work.
Ready to take the next step?