$60 Wall art is a critical element to decorating any room, whether it be at home or at work. Art helps to create a home or workplace's soul and puts your personality into the space. And let’s face it, bare walls can be quite boring! A beautiful custom made piece of wall art can add a finishing touch to a room or it can be the inspiration for the design. You can use wall art to add an accent, set a mood or simply because you like it. Furthermore, well chosen wall art can be a talking point with visitors, reflecting your personal or business brand. From there you can add complimentary colours in things like rugs, cushions and lamps creating a truly finished look.
We’ve put together some tips to help you when choosing wall art for your house or office. We know choosing the right wall art print can be challenging when there are hundreds of prints to choose from. The below guide provides a step by step guide to help you choose the perfect wall art for your room.
Wall art is a critical element to decorating any room, whether it be at home or at work. Art helps to create a home or workplace's soul and puts your personality into the space. And let’s face it, bare walls can be quite boring! A beautiful custom made piece of wall art can add a finishing touch to a room or it can be the inspiration for the design. You can use wall art to add an accent, set a mood or simply because you like it. Furthermore, well chosen wall art can be a talking point with visitors, reflecting your personal or business brand. From there you can add complimentary colours in things like rugs, cushions and lamps creating a truly finished look.
We’ve put together some tips to help you when choosing wall art for your house or office. We know choosing the right wall art print can be challenging when there are hundreds of prints to choose from. The below guide provides a step by step guide to help you choose the perfect wall art for your room.
The first thing we ask our clients who visit the gallery is where they intend to hang their wall art - whether a bedroom, loungeroom or entrance etc. Likewise, knowing dimensions of the wall is critical to determine an appropriate sized and shape artwork. Our guide to choosing the right sized wall art is a good place to start when determining what size print and orientation will work. In general, bigger is better if the space allows it.
We also recommend considering the colour scheme of the room where you will hang your print. Is there a main colour featured in the room? Is the print to be a feature in the room or do you want it to blend in and be more neutral? Is there already art in the room? If so, does the print need to complement what is already in place? Thinking about some of these questions will help you select a print with the right colours.
The first thing we ask our clients who visit the gallery is where they intend to hang their wall art - whether a bedroom, loungeroom or entrance etc. Likewise, knowing dimensions of the wall is critical to determine an appropriate sized and shape artwork. Our guide to choosing the right sized wall art is a good place to start when determining what size print and orientation will work. In general, bigger is better if the space allows it.
We also recommend considering the colour scheme of the room where you will hang your print. Is there a main colour featured in the room? Is the print to be a feature in the room or do you want it to blend in and be more neutral? Is there already art in the room? If so, does the print need to complement what is already in place? Thinking about some of these questions will help you select a print with the right colours.
The wall art you choose is something that you are going to be looking at every day, so selecting a piece that connects with you is important. This decision doesn’t have to be deep and meaningful, it's simply about what you are attracted to is something that will truly stand the test of time. For instance you might be like more abstract pieces of art or might be after a print that features a specific area or location that means something to you or suits the theme of the space you have.
Your choice of wall art may also serve you conveying something about yourself or your brand to others who enter your space. For example, if you’re a skier some alpine wall art might show a love for long days spent on the slopes or if you’re a Canberra based business, a shot of Lake Burley Griffin in the boardroom will help to anchor your brand in Canberra. If you’ve got an artistic streak, an aerial shot might be more up your alley as the subject matter is often harder to discern.
The wall art you choose is something that you are going to be looking at every day, so selecting a piece that connects with you is important. This decision doesn’t have to be deep and meaningful, it's simply about what you are attracted to is something that will truly stand the test of time. For instance you might be like more abstract pieces of art or might be after a print that features a specific area or location that means something to you or suits the theme of the space you have.
Your choice of wall art may also serve you conveying something about yourself or your brand to others who enter your space. For example, if you’re a skier some alpine wall art might show a love for long days spent on the slopes or if you’re a Canberra based business, a shot of Lake Burley Griffin in the boardroom will help to anchor your brand in Canberra. If you’ve got an artistic streak, an aerial shot might be more up your alley as the subject matter is often harder to discern.
The wall art you choose can either compliment a space or set the intention for a design. If you’re not starting from scratch, consider the furniture already in the room and how the wall art may interact with these elements. If you plan to place artwork above a large sofa, but don’t have very high ceilings then you may want to opt for a large panoramic print or pairing two smaller vertical or square prints so as to not compromise the artworks impact on the space. Have a think about what framing style you might like to go for and how this works with your vision for the space. You may want to opt for an acrylic wall mount if you have more modern furniture and are after a frameless look where as you may want a raw wood frame to match timber furniture. If you move around a lot or want a framing style that will work anywhere, going a timeless white shadow box frame is a safe choice.
You’ll also want to think about your preferences on colour, identifying whether the room already has an obvious colour scheme, if there is a colour that already more so dominates the room or what you would like these to be. Whether you’re pairing prints with each other or artwork and furniture, you can pair by either analogous colours or complementary colours.
Often people get overwhelmed by the thought of locking in one piece, however the reality is that wall art is interchangeable. It can be easily swapped or moved into a different room at any time. Your wall art doesn’t necessarily have to match the room, you can use your walls for eclectic choices. Think, are you looking for a statement piece that will instantly draw attention or something more subtle that will seamlessly blend in with your existing style?
The wall art you choose can either compliment a space or set the intention for a design. If you’re not starting from scratch, consider the furniture already in the room and how the wall art may interact with these elements. If you plan to place artwork above a large sofa, but don’t have very high ceilings then you may want to opt for a large panoramic print or pairing two smaller vertical or square prints so as to not compromise the artworks impact on the space. Have a think about what framing style you might like to go for and how this works with your vision for the space. You may want to opt for an acrylic wall mount if you have more modern furniture and are after a frameless look where as you may want a raw wood frame to match timber furniture. If you move around a lot or want a framing style that will work anywhere, going a timeless white shadow box frame is a safe choice.
You’ll also want to think about your preferences on colour, identifying whether the room already has an obvious colour scheme, if there is a colour that already more so dominates the room or what you would like these to be. Whether you’re pairing prints with each other or artwork and furniture, you can pair by either analogous colours or complementary colours.
Often people get overwhelmed by the thought of locking in one piece, however the reality is that wall art is interchangeable. It can be easily swapped or moved into a different room at any time. Your wall art doesn’t necessarily have to match the room, you can use your walls for eclectic choices. Think, are you looking for a statement piece that will instantly draw attention or something more subtle that will seamlessly blend in with your existing style?
Seemingly simple advice but often forgotten, try not to overthink choosing wall art. Go with your gut and choose what you like.
Of course, sometimes you find a print that you absolutely love and just have to have. In that case, you can buy the print first and find a spot for it afterwards. While it does make it more challenging to blend the print in with your home, there’s nothing wrong with buying wall art that resonates with you and makes you feel good. If you connect with a particular print but think it may look out of place, consider repainting the walls or even rearranging your furniture. Only you can know the work of art that most accurately reflects you, who you are and what you value. Choosing a print that’s right for you can be as simple as answering what your favourite colour is. There is no wrong answer - it's often simply a matter of taking the first step.
Seemingly simple advice but often forgotten, try not to overthink choosing wall art. Go with your gut and choose what you like.
Of course, sometimes you find a print that you absolutely love and just have to have. In that case, you can buy the print first and find a spot for it afterwards. While it does make it more challenging to blend the print in with your home, there’s nothing wrong with buying wall art that resonates with you and makes you feel good. If you connect with a particular print but think it may look out of place, consider repainting the walls or even rearranging your furniture. Only you can know the work of art that most accurately reflects you, who you are and what you value. Choosing a print that’s right for you can be as simple as answering what your favourite colour is. There is no wrong answer - it's often simply a matter of taking the first step.
