Each of us likes stylishly arranged walls with beautiful, skillfully arranged works of art. Art can not only satisfy our senses by making us feel good, but it can also be an excellent way to add color and personality to any home.
Unlike furniture, paintings allow you to create a stylish impression without compromising on place and space. Art can be a great way to enhance the effect of interior design when you don't have enough space to run wild. Despite all that has been said and written, when it comes to a decision how to arrange and hang your artwork, things get a lot trickier than they first appear.
How do you decide what should go where? When it comes to a wall covered in paintings, much like a gallery wall, how can you be sure your artwork is compatible? How do you make sure they look good together? Where do you even begin?
In this short guide we will answer all your questions about how to arrange your art. We'll go over the basic rules of arranging, as well as some arrangement tips of your collection so that art can bring harmony and create a unique atmosphere in your home.
Let's start!
Artist: Diana Dezir
The Art of Proper Arrangement: Basic Rules
We know that when the walls are decorated with paintings, it gives extra elegance to the room.
Although this seems easy at first glance, the beautiful one and harmonious arrangement of works of art is no easy task.
There are many factors to consider, when you embark on the delicate process of “dressing up your walls in art”. Some may be more obvious than others, but we think we nailed it let's collect some useful tips for that how to handle all this properly.
Whether you want to create a unique composition of artwork or hang just one picture, it helps to follow these simple rules.
Characteristics of a successful art arrangement:
• Consistency in size
• Consistency of form
• Linear layout
So let's go through these ground rules. First, it's best always consider the size of the artwork, photos, paintings or framed items you own. The artwork must fit the chosen wall: if it is too big, it will not be seen and perceived correctly, if it is too small, it will sink into its surroundings.
When choosing artwork for a specific space, first you need to carefully study the area you want to decorate. Visualization is the secret to success. Take the time to consider how each piece, individually, would interact with its surroundings.
Artist: Simeon Krastev
A careful examination of the wall should be accompanied by a careful study of the the room it is in, and the room, as part of the overall space – you know that walls are not isolated elements, always think about the overall picture. How will all the components come together and work in harmony?
Each picture should fit and reflect the room, to which it ultimately belongs. Decorative details, such as artwork and paintings, are usually one of the final touches to interior design, so it's a good idea to add them only after you've researched and considered the overall space in detail.
Inspiration can come from anywhere – a shape, curve, line or frame. Whether you want to accent the color of the flooring or something else, these initial inspirations can be the foundation of any successful project.
Artist: Simeon Krastev
Another key element, when you decide to hang pictures, is to know at what height exactly you should to place it. There is nothing worse than a work of art struggling for space. Placed too low or too high would disturb the natural ambience of the room. Or worse: it won't be noticed at all.
Artist: Diana Dezir
When it comes to putting pictures on the wall, the general rule is that the ideal picture positioning is such that its central part to be at eye level – approximately 160 cm from the floor.
However, rules are made to be broken – the ideal height of a work of art can vary depending on the space it belongs to, especially when it is part of a larger composition, such as a display of works in an art gallery.
How to mix and match your artwork
Personal taste always plays an important role, but to achieve the balance of the composition, it always helps to identify it key topic, which unites the individual works of art.
Basically, you can choose to combine your paintings depending on – theme or style, type or dominant color.
How to deal technically with the placement of the wall
When hanging a picture, be prepared – always allow as much time as possible.
Make sure you have a piece of paper, a pencil, masking tape, a drill, a tape measure, a level, and a screwdriver. Also prepare a paper bag for the dust to fall into as you drill.
Tips and tricks
Buy small round felt stickers and place them in the four corners of the back of the frame - this will prevent the frame from scratching the wallpaper or paint.
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