A modern person wants not only basic comfort from his own home, he also wants to receive aesthetic pleasure. There are a lot of possibilities for this: from purchasing utilitarian but beautiful things, to decorating the space with “useless” items, which can easily include trinkets, figurines, and holiday decorations. In the same row, but still standing apart, the paintings stand apart.
What is important to consider before choosing a painting?
A painting is not just a decorative element. With its help you can:
- Place accents in space, highlight one or another zone.
- Create the finishing touch after renovation.
- Improve the psychological and emotional state of family members.
Even if the painting fits perfectly into your interior, but you don’t like it, it’s best to refuse to buy it. Pay attention to the works of other artists made in the same style.
In order for a painting to look harmoniously in the interior of your home, it is not necessary to purchase a work of art. It could be a small painting painted by an unknown artist. When choosing a painting, pay attention to the subject. It should fit harmoniously into the overall design of the room.
Living room
This is a great place to place city landscapes, abstract paintings and the most daring solutions. In this case, a lot depends on the overall design style of the room. For example, in a classic living room you can even hang a portrait. A lot depends on the tastes of the apartment owners themselves.
Bedroom
A quiet and cozy place designed for relaxation and sleep. There is no place for bright motifs, abstractions, dark paintings, etc. in the bedroom. Images of nature, animals, birds, etc. are suitable for this room. Canvases with sunsets and water surfaces look very beautiful in the bedroom interior. In general, the chosen picture should evoke a feeling of harmony and comfort.
Hallway
The hallway can be called the “face” of your home. Bright and abstract paintings that attract the eye are suitable here. By the way, paintings depicting actions are perfect for placement in the hallway: running, dancing, flying, jumping, etc.
Kitchen and dining room
Complex ornaments and gloomy motifs are also inappropriate in the kitchen and dining room. Canvases with images of fruits, fresh harvests, beautiful dishes, flowers, etc. are best suited for these rooms. Drawings should evoke positive emotions and appetite.
Children's
The best option for placing in a nursery are images of cartoon characters or characters from your favorite films. If the child is big enough, when choosing a painting for his room, be sure to take into account the opinion of the little owner. Regardless of the age of the child, you should refuse to buy paintings with scenes of violence or horror.
Cabinet
The atmosphere of the office should be conducive to fruitful work. That is why there is no place for bright paintings that can distract attention. It is best to place images of mountains, forests, nature, etc. in the office. The canvas itself should be placed behind your back.
It is necessary to choose a painting for your home based not only on your own preferences and tastes, but also on the overall interior design. The canvas should be in harmony with the surrounding objects and complement the space.
If you want to place paintings or reproductions of famous artists in your home, you should not combine them with other decorative elements.
Which paintings are best to choose: designer tips and basic principles
The first thing that is important to pay attention to is the dimensions of the room. The size of the canvas depends on them. A small painting is a priori good for a compact room. You should be careful with large canvases - they hide space. But this is an excellent option for spacious rooms.
The second fundamental point is personal preference. You should not buy a canvas just because it fits the chosen interior style. The image should resonate with the character and evoke positive associations. The emotional background and atmosphere are very important, and the theme of the drawing can both undermine them and improve them.
The third factor is the quality of the product. It is better not to purchase canvases with dubious content. Everything matters: the design, the color scheme, the method of applying the image, the design. Each of these parameters must meet high standards.
Painting without frame in the interior of the room
How to choose according to color scheme?
In addition to the plot, when choosing a canvas, it is very important to pay attention to the color scheme. To avoid dissonance, the colors used in the painting should be combined with the colors in the interior. If you wish, you can play with contrast, but in this case it is important to be careful and not overdo it.
Remember that contrasting colors should also be combined with the basic colors of the interior. To do this, use the Itten circle.
It's also worth remembering a few tips:
- The painting should not blend in with the color of the wallpaper or paint.
- If the canvas has a frame, it can be the same tone as the walls themselves.
- Consider the location of the canvas. Remember that some colors can have a direct effect on your mood. For example, dark paintings are inappropriate in a nursery.
When choosing a painting that will harmoniously blend with the surrounding space, it is important not to overdo it. Otherwise, the canvas will merge with the wall and become “invisible”.
Modern posters
Posters and paintings for the interior add special charm and exclusivity. This is confirmed by numerous photos of paintings in the interior.
In modern avant-garde interiors, posters will be even more preferable. Posters are glossy posters created in a printing house.Selected with taste, beautifully framed with thin modern frames, they will create a certain mood and character in the room, and fill it with special content.
Kinds
The paintings differ not only in subject and color scheme, but also in type. Let's look at the most popular types of paintings, and also talk about ways to place them.
Modular images
Such paintings consist of several parts that are interconnected. The number of modules can be any. Most often there are paintings consisting of 3-5 elements. Canvases in modular works are not framed: this allows you to create a feeling of the integrity of the picture and its smooth flow.
Modular paintings allow you to visually expand the space, which is why they are often recommended for small rooms or offices.
Posters
This is a poster made on paper. Very often, posters depict musical performers, famous groups or artists. The poster can be without a frame or enclosed in a frame and covered with glass on top.
Posters are suitable for any room. However, they look best on plain walls.
Volumetric
Three-dimensional or 3D paintings are distinguished by a high degree of realism. The image is applied in several layers, which allows you to achieve the desired effect. Such paintings are well suited to modern interiors, but completely inappropriate in classic ones.
Since a three-dimensional painting in itself is a bright element of decor, it is best to place it on a plain wall.
Copies of famous paintings
A high-quality copy is practically no different from the original. In addition, such canvases have a reasonable price. Copies can be framed or sold without it (you can choose the appropriate option yourself).
Copies of famous paintings go best with classic interiors.
Gluing technique
One of the simple but labor-intensive options for drawing with threads is flocking. To work with this technique you will need PVA glue, a paper base, scissors and multi-colored yarn. First, a sketch of the image is transferred to cardboard. The yarn is then cut into small pieces. Separate fragments of the design are coated with PVA glue and sprinkled with chopped threads. The work is somewhat similar to creating paintings from sand, instead of which yarn is used. The result is an interesting, beautiful decor that can decorate any room.
Selecting a topic
The painting can become a direct reflection of the interests and views of the owner. Also, the canvas should be in harmony with the surrounding space.
Urban motives
Canvases depicting urban motifs go well with modern trends in interior design. These can be images of busy streets, quiet parks and squares, secluded temples and old houses. Thanks to the huge variety of plots, everyone can choose the ideal option for themselves.
Where to hang it?
- Living room
- Hallway
- Bedroom
Animalism
Images of animals are no less popular than urban motifs. Just like the previous option, they are suitable for any direction in the interior. The paintings can depict dogs, cats, horses, etc. The canvas can be realistic or exaggerated.
Where to hang it?
- Living room
- Hallway
- Cabinet
- Children's
Landscapes
Images of nature are calming and have a beneficial effect on the mental state and nervous system. Landscapes look best on large canvases. A painting with natural motifs is universal: depending on the subject, it can be placed in any part of the house.
Where to tell the story?
- Living room
- Hallway
- Bedroom
- Cabinet
- Kitchen
- Children's
Abstractions
Quite unique and unusual paintings. The canvas is based on a clear pattern consisting of lines, geometric shapes, drawings, etc. This is a great option for self-expression. Such paintings have proven themselves excellent in modern interiors.
Where to tell the story?
- Hallway
- Cabinet
- Bedroom
- Kitchen
- Living room
Portraits
Quite rarely found in modern interiors. Typically, portraits depict close relatives or famous personalities. Portraits look good in both modern and classic interiors.
Where to hang it?
- Living room
- Cabinet
Still lifes
This is an image of inanimate objects: compositions with food, dishes, flowers, etc. When choosing a still life, pay attention to the quality of the image - it should be as natural and realistic as possible. Such images are ideal for the kitchen and dining room.
Drawing with threads
Thread painting is a type of needlework that includes many techniques. Pictures can be knitted and glued to canvas, embroidered, or created from pieces of wool, which are simply placed on the canvas and then pressed tightly with glass. More recently, another unusual technique has appeared, which has not yet received an “official” name. The thread is dipped in watercolor paint, and then it is carefully applied to a clean sheet of paper. You need to arrange it intricately with bends and loops. After this, the future picture is covered with a second sheet of paper and pressed down with something heavy. Now you need to pull the ends and sharply pull the thread out of the two-layer structure. In addition to the main outline, it will leave blurry marks on the paper. Using this technique, it is recommended to draw flowers or abstractions, that is, fuzzy images. This decor will look original in high-tech, minimalism, and loft styles.
How to place it in the house?
To highlight the merits of a painting, it is very important to place it correctly on the wall.
To do this, you need to remember a number of rules:
The canvas should be located at eye level.
Thus, anyone can examine the picture in detail and enjoy the canvas.
Maintain distance between canvases
If you want to hang several paintings side by side, be sure to maintain a distance between them. The optimal distance between the canvases is 2-3 cm (but not more than 10 cm). It is important to take into account the dimensions of the frame: the more massive the edging, the greater the distance between the panels.
For apartments with low ceilings, choose vertical paintings
Conversely, for a room with high ceilings, it is best to choose horizontal paintings.
Be careful when placing paintings next to interior items
Make sure that the picture frame is not located too close to furniture or other items.
Use lighting
This will create an additional emphasis on the picture. Halogen lamps with cool light are suitable for additional lighting.
Stick to existing painting layouts
This option can be used to place a large number of paintings on one wall. You can find a suitable scheme on the Internet.
Consider the dimensions of the canvas
A painting that is too small on a large wall will simply get lost and, conversely, a large painting on a small wall will look out of place. Remember that the length of the canvas should not exceed the dimensions of the furniture located underneath it.
If the painting is very large and enclosed in a massive frame, it can be placed on the floor. Such works do not have to be hung on the wall. If desired, you can create an entire art gallery in your home.
When choosing a painting for your home, rely not only on fashion trends, but also on your own preferences.
Individual space and harmony
A home, an office is a person’s individual space, which is in harmony with his character, inclinations, and preferences.
Personal space helps you take a break from worries and problems, restore strength, puts you back into work mode, and inspires you. This is the basis not only of success, but of life itself.
FAQ
Which painting is best to choose for Scandinavian style?
Scandinavian style involves maximum simplicity in detail. Paintings depicting natural motifs, posters with inscriptions and geometric patterns are perfect here.
Is it possible to place abstract images in the nursery?
Yes, you can. However, choose appropriate patterns: soft and smooth lines, delicate colors and shades. Abstraction is suitable for both toddlers and older children.
How many paintings can be placed in one room?
It all depends on the size of the room and the paintings themselves. In this case, there is no clear limit on quantity. You can hang as many canvases as you like. The most important thing is that they must be combined with each other.
At what height from the floor should I hang a picture?
Designers advise placing the picture in such a way that its center is located at a height of 145-150 cm from the floor.
Are modular paintings suitable for a classic interior?
Yes, such paintings are universal. They go well with any design trends.
From felt - felting technique
Using the felting technique, craftswomen create with their own hands genuine masterpieces of needlework: cute little animals with beady eyes, original dolls and bright, colorful paintings that exude homely warmth and comfort. The main material in this type of creativity is wool. It is felled in two ways:
- Wet felting. The paintings turn out flat, like painted canvases.
- Dry felting. The paintings turn out more voluminous, fluffy, and a slight 3D effect is created.
To work with wool you will need a special felting needle. First, a sketch of the image is applied to the canvas. It is gradually filled with scraps of wool of different colors, which are then tangled and compacted with a needle.
