Paintings can transform or ruin an interior.And we are not only talking about what is depicted on them, but also about how exactly they are placed, where and in what quantity. Bring art to the masses! But only correctly and carefully. How exactly - we will teach Do not think that having finally chosen one of the watercolor landscapes or avant-garde posters to decorate the interior, you have closed the question of art in the house. One picture pulls another along with it, especially successful photos also just ask to be put on the wall. How to make friends with shapes, sizes and styles? Are there rules? Of course, there are.
1. The rule of eye level
Western designers call it the "Rule of 57"inches" is the approximate viewing level of the average person, about 145-150 centimeters from the floor. The center of the canvas should be at this point so that everyone can see the image in the best possible way. By the way, in museums, paintings are usually hung at a height of 152 centimeters - that is, a little higher, because in large halls there is the opportunity to take a step back.
2. Pictures above the sofa - layouts
A logical place for art objects ininterior — in the living room above. They immediately attract attention when entering the house, but do not distract, for example, when watching a movie. Choose — one large picture, 2-3 medium or several small ones. There are ready-made schemes that take into account the combination of the size and shape of the frames with the general proportions of the furniture and the room — try one of the options. Limit yourself to one picture that matches the scale of the sofa, or combine a large poster with medium and small ones to adequately fill the space. And the choice of specific images on them will already be a test of your artistic taste.
Our opinion: - Advice:There is no law that prohibits you from hanging portraits and landscapes, still lifes and pop art posters on one wall, but try to make sure that several paintings have something in common - genre, color scheme, theme, size of details. This will make the composition more harmonious. Three is an excellent number of objects for creating a composition. This also applies to paintings. And if the frames are quite small and identical - create a rhythmic composition of two or three rows, three drawings in each.
Symmetry is certainly pleasing to the human eye.the eye, but the monotony is not. So feel free to move the paintings to the right or left, if there is also something to look at on the opposite side of the sofa - a large vase or an unusual lamp, for example.
Our opinion: - Advice:Fill at least two-thirds of the sofa's width with the art above it. If you go beyond that, the furniture will seem insignificant, and if you fail to fill enough space, the art will not look as attractive.
3. Wall as in the gallery
If the number of paintings exceeds 3-4 pieces, andthere is not enough space above the sofa, you can go beyond all the limits. This technique is reminiscent of the placement of art objects in art galleries - they take up most of the wall and are a way to demonstrate the collection rather than just add a little brightness to the interior.
First of all, choose a suitable place -a free, well-lit wall. An interesting option might be , with sufficient lighting of course. Another is placing it in a corner as a way to combine two areas. Your collection will attract the main attention, so do not place it in the same room as furniture you are especially proud of - it may simply not be noticed.
Picture frames don’t have to be absolutely identical, but something should still unite them – color scheme, size, shape, materials.
Our opinion: - Advice:Choose paintings that you really like. You will have to talk about them a lot with your guests, and stories like “I bought this photo at a flea market in Vienna because it reminded me of my childhood” will create a much more attractive impression of you than “I just bought it in the same room of the store where the sofa was sold.” A powerful tool for creating great compositions is the use of a key element. This is the center of attention, a painting that stands out (but not too much) from the group in color, size, style. The other elements are built around it - from the center to the periphery.
Our opinion:— To plan the composition, first lay the paintings out on the floor. Then cut out rectangles of their size from wrapping paper or colored cardboard and repeat the idea on the wall — first from “ersatz paintings.” And only when you are completely sure of the result, proceed to the final arrangement. — a very important point. Provide additional lighting for the evening, and during the day let the natural light help your paintings stand out and make an impression.
Our opinion: - Advice: for backlighting, choose halogen bulbs with white light that does not distort the colors of the paints. Adjust it, directing it at the painting until all the reflections and glare disappear.
4. Pictures and personality type
Think about what paintings and other artin the interior is a clear and straightforward message to the world about who you are or who you want to appear to be. Hang your child’s drawings if family is your priority, or create a gallery of seascapes if you love to travel. Collect an eclectic collection of prints, watercolors, and photographs in different styles if you are a multifaceted personality. Or use the wall as an “inspiration board” and visualize your dreams and desires.
Of course, different methods of creating and placing a composition of paintings will suit different personality types.
5. Quantity and quality
So how many pictures should you hang on the wall?It's only a question of your artistic taste and the possibilities of the wall. But leave some space, don't overload the potential viewer with information. A room with too many paintings has the right to exist as a corner of memories and reflections of the owner - but guests will most likely be uncomfortable there for a long time.
