4 Ways You Can Create Gorgeous Gallery Walls

A tad late into the new year :-) 

Nevertheless here I am with a guest-post useful to anyone who's looking to spice up their walls or dress up a nook in their home... 

Modernize is a US-based firm giving homeowners all the inspiration to create their dream home. It also helps you connect with a professional who will make your dream home a reality. 

The concept is interesting, and I am happy to have Jane Blanchard of Modernize talk to you readers with some fresh, interesting tips to work around a common idea... Creating Gorgeous Gallery Walls!

Over to Jane...

Visiting the local art gallery inspires you to create your own masterpiece, but where to begin is the question. If you're like many people, you have hundreds of photos saved in a computer somewhere or stacked in a storage box. Start sorting those favorite pictures and give them a chance to shine. Gorgeous gallery walls are possible when you adhere to a few loose rules.

Mix or Match?

Strike a chord with visitors using matched frames. This decorated living space uses the black frames to accent the leather couch below. White margins surrounding the photos give each image a visual punch as you walk in the room. You want to take a look at these photos because of their prominent role. Alternatively, try mismatched frames for a more eclectic look. Mixed frames are more appropriate for a casual living room with a bright color palette. Frames often complement unusual furniture in the room to bring all the elements together, for example

Pick the Right Wall

If you have a narrow hallway, don't hang your gallery where it could be struck down. Pick a wall that is prominent yet away from major traffic. This decorator chose a back wall in the living room for their gallery. As you enter the sitting area, you enjoy the pictures without ever needing to physically walk past them. You can always get up for a closer inspection, but it's not usually necessary because of the close proximity of the seating.

Stick with a Theme

You don't want a hodgepodge of photos gracing the wall so choose your theme carefully. This room has a black-and-white theme, but you don't have to limit yourself to just color matching. Your theme could be a subject, such as flowers or horses. Stick to this theme to make the wall tell a story. Your guests will respond well to a themed wall rather than a collection of random thoughts across the space.

Change it Up

Once you create the gallery, you don't have to keep it as a permanent fixture. Art museums are constantly rearranging and adding new artwork. If you have a huge collection, swap out some pictures every season, for instance. This process refreshes the wall's appearance and encourages visitors to view the gallery again for all its changes. You want to be excited by the gallery to keep it updated as much as you like.

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Thanks for these pointers, Jane! 

So, bring out all those paintings, photos or posters which are lying rolled-up in your cupboards, and treat a wall or two in your home to a dramatic facelift!

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