Finding the perfect canvas is more than just choosing a beautiful motif. The size of the canvas plays a crucial role in how the artwork interacts with your room and its decor. A well-chosen size can complement and even enhance the aesthetics of the room, while a wrong choice can disrupt the balance and harmony. In this guide, we will go through how to choose the right size of your canvas to create a desirable effect in your space, using Artiley's wide range of canvas paintings as an example.
Why the size of your board matters
The size of a canvas affects not only its visual impact but also how it affects the feel of the room. A canvas that is too large in a small room can feel overwhelming, while a canvas that is too small on a large wall can look lost. Choosing the right size helps create a sense of proportion and context, enhancing the aesthetic value of both the artwork and the room.
Steps to choose the right size
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Measure your wall: Before you even start looking for a painting, it's important to measure the space where the painting will hang. This will give you a clear idea of what size range is appropriate.
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Consider proportions: A good rule of thumb is that the painting or art installation should cover about 2/3 to 3/4 of the wall space it is hanging on. This helps create visual balance in the room.
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Consider the furniture: If the painting will be hanging over a piece of furniture, such as a sofa or dresser, the width of the painting should not exceed the width of the furniture. Aim for the painting to be about the same width or less, to avoid an unbalanced feel.
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Consider distance: When placing a painting in a room, consider the viewing distance. Larger paintings work best on walls where you can step back and look at them, while smaller paintings are suitable for closer viewing.
Examples from Artiley's range
To illustrate how these principles are applied in practice, let's look at Artiley's range. Suppose you have a wall that is 2 meters wide and you are looking for a painting to place over a sofa that is 180cm wide. A painting like Urban Resonance which is around 130cm wide would be ideal, as it provides good balance and proportion in relation to both the wall and the sofa.
For rooms where you want to create a more intimate and detailed installation, you may want to consider combining several smaller Artiley paintings to create a cohesive composition. This provides flexibility and the ability to customize the installation to your unique room dimensions and design preferences.
Also read: Want to know more about how you can combine different art styles in your home? Visit our blog post " How to Combine Modern and Classic Art Styles in Your Home " for more inspiration.
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