Monday, June 25, 2012

Hanging Artwork

Artwork undoubtedly adds instant color, and personality to your home. Collecting artwork takes time and patients. I do not believe artwork should be about the artist or its increase of value, but about what it means to you. Here are a few simple tips to help you display the art in your home.

When deciding how to hang your pictures, remember balance is very important, as well as knowing when to Lette eye rest. A tall space over a buffet or an entryway may call for a single large painting, but that wall that goes on forever over the sofa can handle a large grouping of artwork. The artwork should be different shapes and sizes, but with similar themes, like a collection of botanical mixed with landscapes, or English hunt dogs alongside hunt scenes.

Don't be afraid to mix different frames either; its ok to pair black with gold and burled wood. You can even add wall scones, antlers or plates in with your artwork to add more interest. But whatever you do make sure to have fun with it and that it is something you will enjoy looking at for a long time.

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