Design and Style with Papernstitch: The Art Wall
I have always subscribed to the theory that artwork can turn an average home into an amazing home. It gives your walls personality; almost like a nice necklace or a great pair of earrings.
Of course, I understand that most of us aren’t going out and buying thousands of dollars worth of original artwork every weekend. But you don’t need a big budget. After all, purchasing prints from some of your favorite artists, is a wonderful way to start off a collection of work. And with prices often starting as low as $20, you can afford to buy more than one at a time..
Red Sky at Night print by Brainstorm Print and Design and Can-O-Color print by James Gulliver Hancock.
So, what do you do with all these prints once you have them sitting in your spare bedroom collecting dust? Well, frame them up and cluster them together to create an art wall. An art wall is the perfect way to showcase small to medium size works. Filling a large visual space. It’s a lot easier than a looks.
Le Manege and Fragile. Both by Marco Photography.
Tip: When creating an art wall, don’t be afraid of using varying sizes and even mismatched frames in your cluster. Combining illustrations with photography gives a nice balance too. And mapping out the pattern on the floor first, before putting nails in the wall, is suggested as well.
Swanboy print by I’m Smitten and Owl art print by Boy Girl Party.
Resources for more Tips and Tricks on Creating your Own Art Wall:
Art Wall flickr group
How to Create an Art Wall post from Daisy Jane
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Image Credit (top of post): Domino Art Wall
Brittni is the founder of papernstitch, an exhibition site for art and handmade goods, as well as the editor of the papernstitch blog. You can follow her on Twitter or learn more about her love of all things handmade.
Wow! Love the images you have chosen for this article. What a great way to add a bit of colour and freshen up your home for spring.
Thanks Splurge. Absolutely, this is a great way to bring some color to your walls.
Thanks for introducing me to the idea! I love the colors and it is a great idea to spruce up any space. My favorite is Can-O-Color print by James Gulliver Hancock <3
These are all fantastic choices.. Very inspiring when your remodeling and decorating.. Thanks..
Yes! Everyone should buy art for their walls!
An art wall is a great idea.
Totally Inspired! Thank you!
Absolutely beautiful!
Inspiring, Thank you!
Lovely pieces!
Love your image choices. Thank you for the tips!
Great Images! Inspiring article… Now I have to go around the house and change things …. (and buy more art work for the walls)