your house and create a display of a personalized collection
of objects and images, salon-style (different sizes and shapes
hung in a grouped arrangement). You can use 3M command
hooks to avoid having to fill holes and repaint. Large shadow
boxes can also work great for this. Include your own favorite
photographs or postcards from trips. Perhaps, include a favorite book or book jacket. We would rather do that than pay
$250 for a framed poster from a chain store. Instead, save
your money and create your own personal story.
Is there a general guideline for hanging art?
we would choose Melanie Florio. Her sense of whimsy and
use of colors draws you to her art. We also adore her as a
person.
Cathi and Mary Alice added in summary, “Art doesn’t have to
be intimidating. You don’t have to have an art degree. Just
go with what you like.” When decorating for yourself, have the
courage to let you be you without worrying about what others
will think. If you love your décor, you will enjoy it for a long time.
See you at the Gallery.
Most people make the mistake of hanging art too high. Art is
supposed to be eye level, but it shouldn’t be eye level to the
tallest person in room. If you hang artwork lower, you bring it
into the room, make it much more a part of the environment,
and you can look at it better. The rule of thumb: Artwork
should hang so that its center is 60 inches from the ground.
We often hang our own art so that the center is a bit lower,
about 56 to 58 inches from the ground.
What do we need to know about choosing a frame?
Let the artwork be your guide and your only focus. The frame
should respect and reflect the art, not fight it. A good framer
will sho ܁