Wall Art Wall Decor - Decorating walls with art pictures and photos - Decorating with Framed Art Wall Decor Accessories Artwork
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Wall Decor Choices
WALL ART DECORATING IDEAS AND HOW TO PICTURES
Decorating with Contrast, Bold Images and a Variety of Wall Art Shapes
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Choosing and Arranging Wall Art in Large Spaces
VIEWING DISTANCE - Consider viewing distance when choosing and arranging wall art in large, oversized spaces.
When deciding how to decorate a wall there are several considerations. Viewing distance is one of the most important.
Artwork viewing distance becomes a priority in large rooms. Remembering that the the eye is drawn to distinctive wall art will help you decorate walls in large rooms. Color contrast, dark/light contrast and object size/shape make wall art easier to see.
Knowing that artwork images become more distinct with size and the contrast of light and dark, try comparing advertising boards on the interstate. When driving down a highway, notice which advertising boards catch your eye.
Decorating your walls is like creating an advertising board. Bold, contrasting images are more easily seen from a distance. An advertising board with a few large words is more effective than one with many small words. One bold image on the board catches the driver's eye where many small images confuse the eye and it is often difficult to bring them into focus.
In the picture to the left, the medium size artwork is grouped to cover approximately a 6' x 4' area. The colors in the unframed art are vivid with distinct contrasts in dark and light. The reproductions are grouped in one large 6' x 4' rectangle. This medium size wall art grouping works in a large space for all the previous reasons.
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LEFT When looking at the picture to the left, the eye is first drawn to the light background in the wall art, but with no more interest there, the eye moves immediately to the planters on the bar and the contrast between walls and cabinetry. The small artwork is beige, brown and dark green in color and the frames are narrow and lack textural contrast. Lack of contrast and size results in a loss of interest in the wall art.
RIGHT On the right, the eye goes first to the large white urn in the wall art and then to the red vase. The eye moves immediately to the red canisters on the bar and then down to the reflection on the planter. With that information processed the eye moves to other details such as noting that the artwork frame is wide and textured. The contrast of light and dark creates texture in the frame. The eye easily distinguishes that it is looking at artwork of three large urns of different size, shape and color. This eye to brain process occurs at a significant distance. |
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Choosing Wall Art for Smaller Spaces
Distance from wall to wall is less in the dining room, the foyer, the bathroom, in dressing areas and in small bedrooms than the distance in large gathering rooms.
Smaller wall art works in smaller spaces because the viewer is close to the art from all points in the room.
Applying the design skill of creating impact with contrast, enables small wall art to grab the viewer's interest.
In the picture to the right, there is no bright, vibrant color. The color scheme is monochromatic, but the designer creates definitive contrast and abundant texture on this foyer wall.
The frames are wide and textural. The dark frame color is in contrast to the predominant white in the art. The iron side panels are dark and the iron texture and vertical lines compliment the ironwork depicted in the art. The iron panels, like the frames, call attention to the wall art by balancing and framing the wall art display area.
Read more about how to decorate walls.
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Wall Art Subject
When choosing wall art, the savvy homeowner is not limited to subjects traditionally chosen for specific rooms. In the old world bath pictured here, marine life subjects like fish and sea shells are not an option. The designer enhances the old world look with dark framed architectural artwork. The architectural subject is complimentary to the old world design mirror and the dark frame to the dark wood in the doors and crown moulding. The chest, urn and iron towel basket enhance the old world Mediterranean design theme. |
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Wall Art Styles
Wall art is not limited to the mediums of oil and water color on canvas.
Mediums available to homeowners is limited only by the imagination.
Art techniques and art mediums were first explored when tribal art was created to express historical saga and cultural beliefs. For centuries artists have passed their messages to the world by expressing their thoughts using a variety of mediums.
In a well-designed room it is common to find framed canvas, scrolled iron and shelves displaying sculpture. All three represent a variety of textures and varying textures make a room more interesting.
Consider clay, leather, fabric, wood and iron when searching for unique wall art.
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| CASUAL HOME DECOR & DECORATING
Design the Casual Home for Comfort, Style and Ease.
Enjoy casual home decorating by choosing artwork that compliments casual interior design. Just the right casual decorating accessories can add a romantic touch to master bedroom and bath.
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See more photos and read more casual home decorating ideas for all rooms in your home.
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