How to decide on a piece of Art for wall
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Comments (11)Hello Claudia, Speaking from an art on walls point of view, I'm loving the challenge, so I present a few choice pieces for the wall above your two armchairs that I think will be a happy compliment to your existing decor and furnishings: As regards the picture above your piano, the colours work well with your room but you don't like the subject, right? If that's the case, this consideration will have to be a decision based on what subject(s) you really like or are quite sentimental to, as opposed to colour matching an art piece just to fit in with the rest of the room. If you do play the piano, musicians are very sentimental people, so you want something above the piano that you can "feel and connect to" when you're sitting there playing. It has to be sentimental to you, irrespective of what it is and what colour it may be, and not to consider it as part of the rooms overall decor. If there is anything I can be of further help with, feel free to contact me through my Houzz profile or website: http://thejonescollection.gallery All the best with whatever you decide to choose for your wall spaces....See MoreHelp me add wall art to our dining room
Comments (5)Hi I am an artist in England and specialise in bespoke art - but I am guessing you are in the US - here is my advice you can look online at saatchiart.com search for price range size style (abstract etc) and even colours there are affordable pieces to be had, you can also select those from the country you are in to minimise shipping costs. Or you could go to a company that prints photos onto large canvases and pick out one or two of your own photos (landscape, seacape, trees etc you will have an affordable solution and something that reminds you of a favourite place or time. You can afford to go bright and bold in this space. From an aesthetic point of view - can you raise the light? even 10 inches would help :)...See MoreHow to decide on a piece of Art for wall
Comments (97)I'd take this as a great opportunity to have some fun and explore making your own piece of art. From the space (that I can see), a canvas would suit being placed above, either leaned against the surface or elevated. I'd lead towards to being elevated. I'd say get a cheap canvas with some oil based paint and just try different shapes and different ways to add the paint to the canvas, don't try to make actual shapes but try blending colours (a spray drinking bottle makes an excellent tool for adding blending) in an abstract style. In term of colours, I really feel burnt orange and a mix between duck egg blue and royal blues would make a very eye-catching scheme for that area. If you do try a bit of art, make sure to send us an image! I guarantee you'll have fun doing this, and you'll be surprised how well it could turn out. Good luck!...See MoreHow to live with your art tips
Comments (0)Consider the environment of the art Different rooms will speak to you in different ways, and the art will reflect this. You also need to be practical: save an unprotected painting for a reception room and choose a framed print or photograph for the kitchen, safe behind glass! Hang it with care Use soft gloves and use sturdy nails and make sure the hanging mechanism can take the weight of the piece. When hanging a single piece on a wall the centre of the picture should be about 60 inches off the ground, which places it at eye level. Give it the light it deserves Natural light will always show off an art-piece the best but correctly chosen artificial lighting can make a big difference too. Challenge your comfort zone Art does not have to colour match your interior! Contrast and juxtaposition can enhance the room and make the piece sing, otherwise it could just blend into the space and 'disappear'. Go big! Large pieces look fantastic on the wall and can even work in smaller rooms too as long as they aren't too overwhelming. Create a personal gallery You can turn your wall space into a collection of personal items, such as photographs and memorabilia - and don't be afraid to mix different artistic mediums. Swap your pieces around It is amazing how different an art-piece can look in a different room setting. Take the piece that was in your bedroom and try it in your living room. Play curator in your home. Tell the world about your new art purchase People should be inspired to buy art! The more art we buy, the more artists can make a successful living. Tell your friends, family, post on social media, scream it from the roof tops if you want... Contact the artist Tell the artist how the piece makes your heart sing. You will be surprised how seldom this happens, but what a difference this makes to an artist. You will make their day. We welcome a friendly chat so don’t hesitate to get in touch: hello@subjectmatterart.com Websitehttp://www.subjectmatterart.com...See More- 8 years ago
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