Art collection origins

I became a art collector in the begining of the pandemic of 2020 wanting something of my own ideas and creation while helping "starving artists" financially. I first started looking for commissioners in Facebook groups, scowering the pages for art styles and people who were genuine. The things I learned about vetting artists is that your personality sells more than your artwork. Sure you can have the best art style there is but if you're not willing to be kind and communicate then you become difficult to work with and make the experience unpleasant. I was fortunate to pick off some amazing artists some of which I stuck with for years. I understand art is a luxury and expensive but it's also very rewarding to have a creation of your own mind while supporting the dream of an artist trying to make it and stand out