Pairing artwork - My Tips

Feeling a bit lost in the art-pairing game?

It's totally understandable; the process can be a tad overwhelming. But fear not! I've got your back. I've rounded up some tips that I personally swear by when curating a series of art for my own space and deciding how to pair my photos for my grouped series.

Art is all about personal vibes and what resonates with you. However, if you're yearning for a bit of guidance, keep reading! I hope you find these tips helpful! 🎨✨

 

COLOUR: 

When selecting art, I seek out similar colours. They don't necessarily need to be identical, but choosing shades that harmonise with each other is a reliable method to ensure your walls appear cohesive and your space looks well-coordinated.

Another approach is to align your art with your interior design. If your room follows a particular colour scheme, selecting art that complements these colours is another secure choice.

Bedroom image with two square images above the bed. The left hand side, a stem of flowers in a glass vase. The right a close up of a plant with a diagonal architectural glass screen crossing over.

 

SUBJECT MATTER:

Another method for selecting multiple artworks to complement your space is to connect them through a common subject matter. This approach creates a narrative and establishes coherence when the pieces are displayed together.

For instance, consider the theme of 'beachfront'. While the images below may not share identical colour schemes, both are associated with the beach, particularly the British seaside. By linking your art through a shared theme, it allows the pieces to harmonise and avoid conflicting with one another.

 

Set of 2 beach related photographs. A deck chair and a plastic ice cream statue.

 

EXPERIENCES/INTERESTS

Art has the ability to tell a story. If you feel a connection to a piece, whether it be through the location, subject matter, or artist, incorporating it into your home or workspace provides an excellent conversation starter. People love hearing stories so artwork that elicits specific memories or triggers a particular emotion is always a success and a great talking point!

 

My favourite combinations: 

 

Set of three images. From left to right- white building with a singular palm tree against it, with a corner of blue sky. The middle a close up shot of a palm leaf against the bright blue sky. The far right a corner of a white building with blue sky and and a tiny window just off centre. The green of a bush creeping in the far right corner.

Three pink related images shown in a homely environment. Left to right, a close-up shot of a lily petal against a pink background. The middle a bunch of pink flowers against a rippled white backdrop. Lastly a pink and green Echeveria against the same pink backdrop as the first.

 

Set of two images. The left image a set of 2 yellow chairs taken outside on a wet and dull day. The right a corner of a yellow building against a black and white checkered floor.

 

 I hope you've found this useful! Get in touch if you have any thoughts or tips of your own, I'd love to hear them!Â