The artwork choices below show a range of styles of art and well as varied methods of presentation, but what they all have in common is the impact they have on the room - your eye goes right to them and holds your interest.
The lessons I've learned from Jay's wonderful art choosing ways, as shown above, left to right:
1. Go for an eclectic grouping, but give it an element of cohesion. Sizes, mediums and frames are all wildly varied in this example from Jeffers' own home, but there is a strong common factor tying it all together and giving it impact through cohesion - all are portraits.
2. Unexpected locations work. Hanging a well sized piece of art in a dressing area/closet is a wonderful idea - after all, why not? The subject matter suits the space and the composition of the photograph adds some off kilter angles to an otherwise very geometric room.
3. Use size wisely. The simple way to get impact, size, also can be the most complicated to pull off well. If a piece is large and loud, it feels overbearing. This large piece dominates the room in terms of size but is quiet enough (sepia tones, elegant imagery, pale frame) to be part of the grouping. It is strong but still works with the overall feel of the room.
4. Work with architecture. This arrangement of very simple small pieces gains its impact because it accentuates an interesting architectural feature, the high pointed rise above the fireplace.
5. Counterbalance the decor. A very quirky room (a mix of patterns, pink and a crystal chandelier) is home to a very traditional still life - the impact comes from the juxtaposition of styles...and looks awesome!
• Check out more of Jay Jeffers style in his online portfolio.
Images: Jeffers Design Group
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I'd kill for that dressing room...
...and I've always wanted a 10' long sofa.
Treat your art well!
An unframed painting or unmatted print just doesn't command the same attention as a piece of art that's been properly addressed. Further, matting and framing protects your art.
Take that painting you found in a shop to a conservator and have it cleaned! Repair the torn painting or broken sculpture... have the print cleaned by a paper conservator... Art, unlike artifact does not gain from the patina of age or wear... it only makes it look worse. Take notice of how well addressed all of the artworks in these photos are. Nothing is tacked to a wall, nothing is damaged or in poor shape...
A good conservator can transform what appears to be a loss into a masterpiece. Trust me, I know ;)
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Plus the way the crown molding is painted makes the whole wall a frame.
I have one of the vintage glass framed art with paper backing...but the front glass broke during my last move, can this be fixed at home?
MonicaK, I would take the piece to a professional framer. They would be able to best handle the sensitive nature of vintage art and cracked glass :)
agree with julian. don't skimp on matting & frame. include these in the cost when buying your art--it can be expensive but well worth it. they really do make the art as well as preserve & protect it. photos in particular need good matting such as archival 8 ply material.
The third and fifth photo are two of the greatest rooms I've seen. I'm rushing to the portfolio.