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Wall Art Sculpture Display Tips

admin — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:43:07 +0000

Once you’ve purchased your new piece of wall art, the process of determining where and how to display it can be quite intimidating some times. In this article we are going to take a look at some of the basics to follow when displaying your wall art sculptures.

Tip #1: Line of Sight

You always want your line of sight to be focused on the center of your wall art. This is important to take into consideration when hanging your piece of art in the vicinity of surrounding of decor, such as sofas and tables. Make sure that everything is lined up, so the space does not seem cluttered.

Example: If you are hanging your wall art over a sofa, ensure that the piece of directly centered above the sofa. The distance from each end of the art, to each end of the sofa should be exactly the same.

Tip #2: Wall Art Display Height

A good rule of thumb is to hang your sculpture, or painting approximately 5 feet above your floor. This height is determined by measuring the distance from the floor, to the middle of your painting. (The middle point of your wall art should be around 60-65 inches above the ground)

This of course should only be done when applicable. If you are hanging art above your sofa, you may not be able to adhere to these standards. In these cases, you should try and position the wall art 6 inches to a foot above your furniture. You’ll determine this distance by measuring from the back of the sofa to the bottom edge of the art.

Tip #3: Properly Hanging Wall Art

I discussed this important guideline in a previous post which you can read here.

Hopefully you’ve found these tips useful and are on your way to enjoying a beautiful new piece of wall art in your home.

Contemporary Wall Decor

admin — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:39:09 +0000

The main concept of contemporary wall decorating is to think outside of the box and do something different. The best way to decorate in this fashion is to use one of a kind modern pieces of wall art sculptures. Contemporary art is defined as any type of art that was produced in our “present time”, which is usually considered to be from the 1970’s to today.

Contemporary design is always very clean and non-cluttered. This is what makes this type of decor so benefical in homes and businesses. It can help add style and elegance to a space without overcrowding it or distracting visitors.

Examples of Contemporary Wall Decor:

Modern Wall Art Paintings

This is a hand painted abstract oil painting. Its modern design and multiple canvases give it a contemporary style.

Metal Wall Art

Metal wall art makes the perfect addition to any contemporary decor. Notice its abstract design and clean, uncluttered lines. These types of art work are usually made by hand by skilled artists and are often times one of a kind.

Contemporary wall decor is a fantastic design option for anyone looking to improve a space that may be lacking some style and elegance. With so many options available, you are sure to find the perfect addition for your home or business.

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Metal Wall Hangings

admin — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 15:27:30 +0000

If you are looking to add a touch of contemporary style and modern design to your home, then a metal wall hanging could be a great addition for you to consider. These types of wall art sculptures are commonly made by hand, and are completely unique, which make them true works of art. Metal wall art was first introduced in 1950 by Curtis Jere, who was a metal working artist. Many of his designs and pieces still influence artists of today.

These types of wall art are considered to be abstract art. Which means that there are no real images in them, only lines, shapes, colors, textures and designs. This abstract method of art creates beautiful pieces that will capture the attention of all who view them.

Metal wall hangings can consist of one, or many separate pieces. Take the pieces below as examples:

Metal wall art sculpture consisting of several pieces.

Single piece of metal wall art

Notice how both of these pieces of wall art share the same abstract design principle.

Aluminum, stainless steel and copper are the most commonly used materials when creating this type of art. Their beauty is brought out by the artist through texturing and coloring processes, which involve machining, brushing, sanding and polishing. This is what gives most metal wall hangings a three dimensional appearance that will react to lighting and viewing position.

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