Dining room wall art to finish the room!
I need some art between my 2 DR windows! I can’t seem to like anything or afraid of color. Also I just did the pic collage wall. Should I add another row on each side? Or put some trees? Any ideas please send me
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houssaon
2 years agoI really like the collage wall. You don't need to add to it.
What if you found two similar pieces of art in a totally different look. I'm thinking oil landscapes framed in gold. These are two Giclee prints of Monet painting I found on allposter.com
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Jessica
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Rawketgrl
last yearlast modified: last yearWhile lovely your room is a little "over curated". It seems like this room could use a little fun and definitely some color. Find some art that speaks to you, something on canvas with color. go to art shows, art fairs, etsy etc... look for local artists etc.. you could buy 3 or 4 different ones and put them up in rotation so you have a different installation each season or weekend ! lol
You room would look amazing and cool with pop art
or some abstract art
if you are concerned about color try vintage art..
or a reproduction art
art is so personal no one can pick for you. What I wouldn't do is pick some piece that "goes with" your decor, avoid the 3 B's: blend in, boring and banal. Pick something that speaks to you/ makes you feel something! I promise it will transform your whole space with life. post pics as you find things!
I agree with Yvonne above, painting the grate a color matching the wallpaper will help it disappear, vents are not trim.
kculbers
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last yearinkkusmart
last yearNothing on the wall between window. All you may need is a tall plant. It will soften the look and bring some color. Very beautiful room! Well done.
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