Picking out artwork that speaks to you also tells others something about who you are.
For some of us, the idea of building a feature wall laden with well-chosen pieces can seem intimidating.
But it doesnt have to be.
Local artists might appeal to you, so visit an exhibition.
Its a starting point and might trigger an interest in a certain theme or artist.
Feel liberated and experiment with eclectic styles.
Bathrooms, studies and bedrooms are also rooms where artwork can be celebrated and enjoyed.
Family photographs might naturally suit a hallway, while glass or ceramic pieces are preferable in a bathroom area.
Contemplate how you want your art to be displayed.
Mixed sized frames in clusters or groups, known asgallery walls, are very contemporary.
Even numbers of frames hung in rows will look effective and showcase your artwork successfully.
The combinations are endless.
Measure up
Dont reach for the hammer and nails just yet.
Lay out your collection on the floor below the wall that the pieces are intended for.
Dont forget to take a quick snap of each arrangement.
see to it you leave some space between the frames too.
Once youre ready to hang the art, take the time to measure before you hammer.
Alternatively, try out a rail hanging system.
These systems allow you to hang your pieces quickly and easily without a hammer or nails.
They also make swapping and moving the frames around a quicker and easier process.
If you are hanging single pieces, consider the size of the frame against the proportions of the wall.
If you are decorating smaller spaces, be mindful of the dimensions of the artwork.
If you love what you see, it works.
As the well-known phrase reminds us, Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
