Flowers, chocolates and jewelry are timeless gifts that will never go out of style. Diamond rings propose marriage or commitment, chocolates are signature Valentine's Day indulgences, and roses will always be your "get out of jail free" card. And although they serve their purpose well and have stood the test of time, there is nothing unique about them--they are safe bets. But what if you're tired of playing it safe, or your significant other doesn't settle for the usual? How do you go about expressing your love and appreciation in a less traditional, more original manner?

DeviantART.com is an online community where artists of all different mediums can come together to display their works, glean inspiration from the creativity of others, network and offer constructive criticism. Through the DeviantART shop, artists are now able to offer prints of their drawings, paintings and photographs for sale for a very reasonable fee. Type the word "love", "hearts" or "relationships" into the search box on the homepage and you will be able to browse through hundreds of romantic reproductions.

With the Internet at your fingertips, the possibilities truly are endless. So next time you're shopping for a birthday or anniversary gift, forget the flowers and focus instead on a gift that will keep on giving long after the day is through.