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Art for Small Spaces

Art Lovers | 19 August 2022

Are you finding it difficult to choose artwork for small spaces in your home? It can be challenging, but don’t let a small space stand in your way of displaying your favourite art!

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Regardless of your individual style, we’ve put together six general tips for displaying art in small spaces.

1. Go vertical

Do you have a small area next to a door or above a piece of furniture that you’re struggling to fill? One way to make the most of this space is to stack artwork vertically.

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My Honey Suckle by ASTRID DAHL | 4 artworks | 30 x 30cm each

A series of small pieces stacked vertically on top of one another can make a huge impact to a space that would normally remain blank. It’s great because you can utilise all the space right up to the ceiling.

Whether you choose art from a variety of artists, or multiple pieces from one individual artist, it’s a smart way to brighten up the smallest corners of your home.

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Sitting Pretty by ELISE JUDD | 51 x 51cm

2. Think beyond the wall

If you want to create interest in a small space in your home, shelves can add character and will allow you to layer multiple pieces along the shelf. If you go for a minimalist floating shelf, it will draw more focus to the artwork you have chosen.

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When choosing art for a shelf, remember to think about the rest of the room, taking into account the surrounding area. Additional decorations such as pot plants or sculptures can add colour and depth to your new shelf gallery.

Want to mix it up?

At Art Lovers Australia we sell beautiful art in a variety of media types including photography, drawings, paintings, mixed media and sculptures.

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Love Beams by JEN SHEWRING | 25 x 20cm

3. Make it flow

When choosing art for a small space it’s important for it to flow. Too many colours or patterns together can overwhelm a small space and draw attention away from the artwork.

It can help to create a consistent colour palette or theme to ensure the space looks cohesive and uncluttered. On the Art Lovers Australia website you can search our collections to find the theme or colour you desire.

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Avocado season by DAMIEN VENDITTI | 20 x 25cm

4. Find a statement piece

Just because the space is small doesn’t mean you can’t create a WOW factor with a statement piece. Think bold colours, intricate designs and art that will have visitors drawn to those smaller areas of your home. A beautiful, small sketch can have just as much impact as a colourful abstract piece placed in a tiny corner of your room.

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Flora by CHARLOTTE DE PACE | 30.5 x 30.5cm

Don’t be afraid to fill up the whole space with a larger piece, just because the space is small doesn’t mean you need to fill it up with tiny artwork. You’ll be sure to find a statement piece in one of our art collections online, or visit the Art Lovers Melbourne or Gold Coast Gallery.

5. Add light

If you’re decorating a small space within your home and hanging beautiful artwork, you’ll need great lighting. Show your art in the best light by installing lights so it doesn’t get lost in the dark.

6. Don’t clutter your space with furniture

The art you choose for the smaller spaces in your home need to be eye-catching. Adding too much furniture into a small space can make it look cluttered and will draw the attention away from your beautiful new art.

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Adrift by REBECCA KOERTING | 62 x 62cm

These are just a few tips on how to pick out artwork for smaller spaces in your home. The Art Lovers Australia website has a huge selection of beautiful artwork from talented Australian artists, regardless of the style, colour or medium you desire.  Online you can shop for art by theme, media, colour, prize or size, making it easy to find a piece of art you’ll love.

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Bouncy Rooster by STEFAN MAGER | 13 x 24cm

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