How do you display art? While being an art collector may sound too serious, many of us have paintings at home. They may be small or by the unknown artists, gifts or simple prints that decorate our spaces. So we want to hang them prominently to add beauty and peace to our homes. There are several effective ways to display your art collection at home and office.
What’s to consider in wall art display
When you want to hang your painting, consider the following parameters:
#1 Consider the wall space size to make a statement with large art.
Large painting should take the majority of wall space in a room’s center. The art should have some of the colors seen in the room. Give one prominent art piece all the space it needs. Arrange other paintings around it.
Don’t place small artwork too high on a large wall
One big mistake people make is placing small artwork too high on a large wall, so it gets lost in the space. Consider hanging one large painting instead. It should take up most of your wall space. It’s easy to determine the length of the painting by measuring the length of your sofa. Art should take 3/4 of its length.
#2 Painting’s size. Display art in multiples or in tight arrangements.
You’re not doomed, if you have small paintings. Small art works great in intimate spaces with small walls in a corridor or kitchen, or in a cozy guest room. Small art can also be a part of multiples arrangement.
#3 Other wall art display ideas
Consider other displays shown below.
#4 Let main colors of the painting “connect” with the hues of your home accents
Color harmony. Color harmony is important in every space. Usually, if you have light and neutral walls, almost any artwork would fit into the room beautifully. Sometimes walls might have strong colors, and it’s tricky to find the right painting for it. Your chosen painting should echo some of the hues you already have in the space. Yet, sometimes it works great when strong colors of the wall complement the main color in the painting.
#5 Don’t mix gold and silver accents in one room
Try not to mix gold and silver (frames, chandeliers, furniture and accents) in one room. It’s overwhelming visually.
#6 If you have an art show…
If you have an art show, hang you wall art at the 57-inch level.
#7 Frame art well
Think how the frame style complements both your art and interior space. Do you have contemporary, white space with clean lines and minimalist appearance or do you like baroque-inspired rooms? Framing should reflect your aesthetic to have coherent look.
Check out this extensive blog post about framing here: https://veronicasart.com/how-to-frame-art-on-paper-and-on-canvas/
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