How do I get my art to give to Blathers?
To get art to give to Blathers, you need to meet Redd, a character who sells random paintings for 4,980 Bells, and then donate the genuine painting to Blathers at the museum. Once you’ve met Redd for the first time and acquired your first work of art, donate it to the Museum to start expanding the art collection.
Understanding the Process of Acquiring Art
Acquiring art for Blathers involves several steps, including upgrading your museum and having at least 60 items donated. Blathers will mention the ability to collect works of art after the 1.2 update, and the only place to get art is by meeting Redd.
Getting Started with Redd
Redd can be found on the north side of your island, where his Treasure Trawley shop will appear on the map. To get Redd to come to your island, you need to visit someone who has Redd on their island and buy a piece of artwork, and then Redd will turn up on your island a few days later.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some frequently asked questions about getting art to give to Blathers:
- Q: Why won’t Blathers accept my art? A: This likely means that you have already donated that particular work of art in the past or it’s fake.
- Q: How do I donate art to Blathers? A: Simply visit Blathers in his tent or the Museum and select the option ‘Make a donation‘ when talking to him.
- Q: Why won’t Animal Crossing let me donate art? A: If Blathers won’t say you have nothing to donate, then either you or another player has already donated it, so check the art wing and see if it’s on display.
- Q: How do I get art for Blathers? A: The only place to get art is by meeting Redd after the 1.2 update.
- Q: Is it better to donate to Blathers or sell? A: Although donating items to Blathers won’t get you any financial gains, it can increase your collection at the museum.
- Q: Why won’t Blathers take my fossils? A: If Blathers won’t take a fossil, it’s because you’ve already donated it, as he won’t take any fossil twice.
- Q: What does Blathers hate? A: Blathers can’t stand bugs, even though he still takes them for the collection.
- Q: Does Blathers ever give you anything? A: Yes, Blathers will give you a recipe for a flimsy shovel and provide fossil assessment services after you donate five creatures to Tom Nook.
- Q: Will Blathers take fake art? A: No, Blathers won’t take fake art, so you need to ensure that the art you donate is genuine.
- Q: Can Redd live on your island? A: As of the April 2021 update, Jolly Redd can appear on your island along with his boat at the northernmost beach if certain parameters are met.
- Q: Is Redd’s raffle worth it? A: Redd’s raffle costs 500 Bells per ticket, but you’re guaranteed to win something every time.
- Q: What is the sketchy boat in Animal Crossing? A: The sketchy boat is Redd’s Treasure Trawler, where he runs a shady artwork and furniture shop.
- Q: Where can I find Crazy Redd? A: Crazy Redd appears once a week outside town hall and requires a password to enter.
- Q: Can you get real art from Redd? A: Yes, Redd can sell real art, but you need to ensure that the art you buy is genuine.
- Q: How do I talk to Redd? A: To talk to Redd, find him walking around your island and speak to him, then you’ll be able to enter his boat to purchase some art.