How to create a gallery wall

MIX IT UP! Add summer colour and eclectic vibes

How to create your gallery wall

One of the most exciting ways to elevate your space and add character to your room is to choose a few beautiful pieces of art that complement each other, and bring them all together on a gallery wall for maximum impact. The beauty of this approach is that you can mix and match according to the season, your style and your personality.

ARTIST TIP #1: Mix the sizes and shapes of the paintings, but keep all the framing the same colour if you want harmony, or go the whole hog and mix those up too!

Choose your colour theme

Start with a colour palette you like, say greens, pinks or blues, and as long as the paintings you choose have a touch of those colours in, you’ll create a cohesive look!

ARTIST TIP #2: pick a complementary colour to your decor, not necessarily the same colour – after all, you want this to have impact. 

Add some seasonal magic

Whatever the season, there’s always lots of inspiration around. Think spring flowers, summer beaches, autumn trees, and snow scenes.

ARTIST TIP #3: Seasonal paintings could be smaller – or you could consider prints as a more affordable alternative. 

Don’t be afraid to go bold!

There’s something really striking about a well placed bold graphic design in amongst the more ‘painterly’ paintings.

ARTIST TIP #4: Mark out the size of your wall area on the floor and lay your paintings down – move them around until you’re happy with the layout. Take a photograph!

Will a still life painting work?

Absolutely! Mixing genres within the same wall space is the very essence of eclectic! Choose something fun and contemporary and you won’t go far wrong.

ARTIST TIP #5: Look for strong shapes and accents that are echoed in other paintings, like curvy lines or splashes of colour.

Add that final quirky touch!

You can go to town on this last one, showcasing your personality and making a statement with something that really gets people talking.

ARTIST TIP #6: Take your time in choosing your paintings, your framing and your layout. This is not something to rush. Creating the most stunning gallery wall is an art in itself, but remember to also have fun!

For more great ideas on how to put together a gallery wall – go to my Pinterest site