As varied and rich as it is, there are a variety of ways to display art, as well. If you are one of those art collectors who don’t know how to showcase their favorite pieces or if you are moving to a new home and want to bring an artistic sense into it, keep reading to find creative ways to display art!
How do you display art collection without looking cluttered?
Everyone enjoys collecting something. Whether it’s rare coins, porcelain dolls, paintings, or photographs, the key to securing your collection is finding a way to display your treasured items that minimize clutter and chaos.
Some folks create a gallery wall for items like clocks, artwork, plates, or record albums. Some use floating shelves to hang more important things that can’t be hung on a gallery wall as sea shells, vintage bottles, or toy figurines. Those who love keeping their precious belongings under restricted security prefer cabinets and cloches. Others go with their instinct and forget all the rules, applying their methods with flair and style because who said magnets belong on the fridge?
25 Ways to Display Art in Your New Home
As we all know, home is where the art is! But that doesn’t mean you should wallow in it. You need to do something different to give your home a new look. The options for doing this are almost endless, and there are numerous approaches you can use to display art in your new home. From large canvases to cute frames, here are 25 eye appealing ideas for displaying art in your new residence.
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Go for Frameless Artwork
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Little minimalistic, frameless artworks are getting popular because of the sleek and modern look they convey. The lack of frames makes these canvases compelling for almost any interior style.
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Use the Floor Space
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You should use the floor to display art if you have terrific wallpapers that don’t need any additions or hate getting their wall drilled. This method is also a way to add a dynamic sense to monotonous corners in your house.
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Mix and Match Different Styles
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Art and history enthusiasts usually have a lot in mind regarding ways to display art. If you are one, you can mix different canvases with the same color scheme, artworks from different eras, or a series of art pieces by the same artist.
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Create a Gallery Wall
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If there is a wall in your house that you need to spotlight, you can display art pieces to create a gallery wall—you can use your works, including paintings and photographs, or you can use this to mix and match on more space!
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A Gallery Wall with Picture Ledges
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Art does not always have to be hung—picture ledges allow you to stack more than one art piece artistically. Moreover, you can use shelves to mix canvas with other decorative elements.
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Mix Art Pieces and Match Color Shades
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Create a palette that can match your favorite artwork with decorative pieces. Using frames as a unifying element allows you to change the painting itself. For example, you can match the colors of the pictures’ frames with the ledges and vases.
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Almost Anything Can be an Art Piece!
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Include three-dimensional things with visual appeal in your art collection. Vintage iron pieces, beautiful windows, China dishware, plaques, baskets, and trays are just a few examples of personalization items that can be hung on walls.
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Go for an Oversized Mural
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Who would say no to an Old Master Drawing hung in his house? No one—but who would pay for it? Oversized murals are a bold and spirited way to display art. Large murals are a great and affordable alternative to actual paintings.
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Or an Oversized Print
If you are not one for classing paintings but still want a significant effect, you can go for an oversized print. A large print with light colors and an elegant design is catchy enough to be the centerpiece of your living room.
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A staircase is sometimes underthought in interior design, although it can be an ideal space to display art. Hanging your art pieces inclinedly is recommended to match the staircases‘ geometry. You can hang prints, ceramics, artifacts, or trailing plants.
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Amplify Columns
Another space that often goes under design is columns, whether central or not; columns catch the eyes, so you better take advantage of this and display art! Pair it with a chair, bench, or small table for an elegant effect.
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Arrange Art Pieces Symmetrically
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If you prefer strict and uniform, you can go for identical drawings, prints, or paintings, frame them just the same, and symmetrically arrange them.
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Use Lighting for a More Artistic Look
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You can hang an elegant lighting fixture above you to accentuate and bring more attention to your art pieces. You can go for a low-watt light that will add beauty to your space without drawing attention away from the artwork or wall hanging.
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Stick to a Grid
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If you want the unity of symmetric prints and the richness of a gallery wall, you can arrange your artwork in a grid form. This grid can present a story, photographs you took, or simply some soothing abstract paintings.
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Or Break the Rules!
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Start hanging your artwork in the center and go outward for a looser, salon-style arrangement that feels cozy and laid back. Pick an overarching theme or color to keep the presentation from looking random.
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Don’t Forget the Bookshelves
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Bookshelves are not just for books; they can be used to display art beautifully. Framed prints, miniature plants, and sculptural objects add interest to a bookshelf. Keep the mats and frames uniform to focus on the artwork.
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Go Up
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Some artworks seem better if they’re hung vertically. You can hang one large item or a collection of smaller ones. In some cases, you’ll have a limited amount of room, and it’ll be easier to use the vertical space.
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Arrange Art Pieces in Pairs
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Using simply two pieces of art to create a harmonious gallery wall could be a lovely way. However, you must ensure that the two works of art complement each other and maintain similar features.
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Or in Threes
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We recommend you employ the ‘rule of three’ when displaying art. In general, objects displayed in odd numbers seem better, which is true of wall art as well.
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Use Flexible Wall Fixtures
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Not everyone prefers their artwork to be shown formally. Use Japanese washi tape to stick the art for a more casual look. For this purpose, wooden skirt hangers can be used to hang artworks, giving them an industrial feel.
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Use Art to Fix Scale
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You can display art in a way that plays with the scale of other decorative and furniture elements. If something looks too small or too big for the room, you can utilize the right artwork size to create a sense of scale.
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Create a View
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Artworks, especially oil paintings, can compensate for not having a view in your room or above your kitchen sink. Look for an art piece with your favorite natural view and hang it where your eyes wander!