Guest Picks: Type-Based Art Prints
These 19 typography-focused art prints with proverbs, inspirational quotes and more know how to say it in style
There’s something fun about adding typography on your walls. It’s beautiful, and if it’s a saying you live by, it will always be a good reminder when you walk on by. Is it time to paint your walls with type? — Jennifer from I Art U
Typography Print Futura Hand Screen Printed by Medium Control
I love bold and modern typography. Add black and white and a hint of clever into the mix, and I'm sold!
Subway Art LOS ANGELES Typography Print Set by Going Underground
Here's another example of black-and-white goodness. I love the set of three prints, as they seem to make a bolder statement on the wall. Also, as a fan of Los Angeles and the central coast of California, these prints strike a chord with me.
Bedtime Bus Roll Poster by My Sweet Prints
I don't have kids yet, but this print is definitely going up in my future nugget's bedroom. How sweet is it? It just expresses more of my love for black and white and boldness. I hope my little one loves it as much as I do.
I Love Us, Vintage Mint by Kantan Designs
Simple and sweet — sometimes you need nothing more. This is a bedroom piece for sure. It's perfect for above the bed (or anywhere around the room for that matter) as a charming reminder.
Just a Little Encouragement Print
Sometimes we all just need a reminder to give us a push. At least, I do. This is definitely a print that would hang in my studio by my computer.
Less Talk More Make Gocco Print by Hello Jenuine
Less talk, more make! Less talk, more walk! I'm a fan of both of those sayings, so, naturally, this print stood out to me. This is another ditty that would hang proudly in my studio for inspiration.
OLUNDA Picture
I'm a proud owner of this Swedish alphabet print from Ikea. I have a red and black theme going on in the living room, and this just adds a fun pop of the color theme paired with some boldness. Now, how to use the Swedish alphabet is the question.
Black is Black
Rk is a super fun shop filled with bold prints and products by designer and photographer Riikka Kantinkoski. This image shows a variety of her prints, but I want to highlight her "Black is Black" poster. Check it out — it will make you chuckle.
4 Korttia
Here's another print set by designer and photographer Riikka Kantinkoski. I think these would great as photographed: in a group of four hung on the wall with washi tape or black frames. I'm always up for a little humor in my prints!
Think Print
This one is clever! It doesn't need much of a description except that I want it for my house. It's a perfect reminder for creatives (or anyone).
THE ART OF Art Print by WASTED RITA
I'm not a fan of violence, but I find this print funny because of its irony. Need I say more? I like the color and the handwritten font too. It's not entirely for me, but it's definitely for someone.
Accept and Be Poster
Sometimes we gotta do just this: accept and be. I could definitely work on that more. This print from CB2 caught my eye because of the saying and the typography. That dark blue color doesn't hurt either. Another studio piece? Check!
Muhammad Ali A2 Typographic Screenprint by Sarah Winter
I'm not one to judge a man without wings, but I really love the composition of this print. I love the color matched with the brown frame as pictured. I'm also a fan of mixed typography and some white space, and this print has both of them. Score.
Objectified, The "Lost" Poster
This is definitely a favorite documentary of mine. I love when artwork matches its on-screen excellence. I'd hang it in my living room for all to see, which would hopefully inspire people to watch it as well. Have you seen it?
New York Big Print by Cosas Mínimas
New York, I'm a fan of you. I love the art mixed with typography in this print. I'd love to eventually create a vignette of "place" prints to hang somewhere in the house.
San Francisco Screen Print, Mostly Sunny
San Francisco is another one of my favorite cities. This is another bold and clever print that would fit well in my "place" prints vignette. What city would you like to own?
The Splendiferous Array of Culinary Tools Print
This print could either be for the kitchen-obsessed or for those who are clueless in the kitchen. I'd say I'm in between the two. I love this print for its typography and graphics. tI would be a great print to spruce up your cooking/baking space.
Solara Art Print
This print is stunning to me! I love the minimal, cut-off type and the geometric graphics. This is something that I would hang in my studio for inspiration. I love the color scheme as well.
We Are Seasons Art Print
This print and saying resonates with me. It reminds me of the Pacific Northwest, which I love. And "We are seasons" is a saying that rings true; we are always changing and transitioning, and there is beauty to be found in every step of the way.
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