Using Photography In An Art Grouping
Earlier today (see post below) I was writing about how I like to use photography when I’m styling the walls of my clients homes. I’m not talking about snapshots – though a good one can look smashing. I came across this example of art and photography mixed together in a wonderful grouping and thought I’d share a few tips.
Jennifer Art In A Grouping Tips
• Mix frame styles and colors
• Mix paintings, prints and photography to create visual interest
• Add a corbel with a bust or object d’art
• The giant letter is sort of tired, but think of other non-art things you could add to the mix.
• Lay your grouping on the floor and move things around until they look right. Think of a large rectangle or square and work within that outline.
• Take photos of your different layouts so you don’t forget which one you like best
Have a tip of your own? Share it with the rest of us. And don’t forget to check out my previous posts on hanging art.
4 Responses to “Using Photography In An Art Grouping”
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Posted by Ginger Hartford, @GinsDesign4Art on June 8th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
We’re smitten. Beautiful design tips! Check out Larson Juhl interactive frame design tool (http://www.larsonjuhl.com/interactive-frame-design.aspx )to upload your own images or select from thousands of Artaissance art images. It’s an immediate and wonderful way to visually design your custom framing- for yourself or a client!
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Posted by Jennifer on June 10th, 2010 at 10:33 am
I couldn’t agree more! We actually are worth the price in mistakes made and in getting the job done! So often I hear clients tell me that they’ve been meaning to get to a project for years! Let us do the work!
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Posted by Bruce on February 3rd, 2011 at 5:41 pm
What a great article!
I am a portrait photographer that specializes in Wall Decor Portraits. I have been using the idea of laying it out on the floor first then transforming it to your wall for many years!
I use many differnt styles of groupings.
Love this Jennifer. It’s one of the best ways to personalise a wall, but for it still to look designed. It’s important to get it right, or you can end up with an odd looking miss match. This is where working with an interior designer really comes into its own