It’s no secret that art, in its many forms, has long been a driver of human emotion and a source of comfort and pleasure. The privileges of enjoying fine art, in a museum or at a theatre, are experiences we hopefully all have throughout our lives at different times.
Art is not just for museum galleries though. You should think of the walls of your own living room, dining room, bedroom, kitchen and hallway as opportunities to display art that is meaningful to you. Paintings, drawings, murals and photos by talented artists as well as work done by those in your own life (children, grandchildren) and items with special meaning should all have a place on the walls of your home. With everyone spending so much time in their own spaces this past year you may have noticed that your mood can be directly affected by what you surround yourself with. Let that be a good reason to reassess what is currently taking up your wall space and decide if its time to refresh.
Below I have collected some inspirational images and ideas to get your creative juices flowing.
Less can definitely be more sometimes. Hanging just one, or a pair, of large statement pieces in a central location can be both beautiful and calming to the eye. The negative space around the work is restful and places more emphasis on the art itself. Pay attention to color as well. There is no need to match your art to your furniture but sometimes a particular tone in a piece of art might work really well (or clash horribly) with a more permanent fixture in the room.
If you are feeling like more of a maximalist, think Gallery Wall! Gallery Walls work well in so many different spots, staircases being one of my favorites. Make sure there is a common theme tying all of your pieces together. This could be similar tones, black and white; it could be similar subject matter (all family photos or all nature photography.) Also keeping your frames either the same size, shape or color helps to create a cohesive look and your entire wall will end up feeling like one bold statement, with lots of treasures to discover.
Don’t forget that art does not have to be two dimensional. Tapestries, sculptures, light fixtures, vases, etc. can all add unique depth and texture to your spaces.
Most importantly, don’t be intimidated by choosing art for your home. Fine art is a luxury but what you display in your own home does not always have to be precious. Put simply, if looking at it brings you joy, hang it up so you can see it everyday!
Contact Lisa Pagano at lisa.pagano@mottandchace.com or 401.447.9505