{"id":42012,"date":"2025-03-07T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/?p=42012"},"modified":"2026-02-02T11:04:23","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T17:04:23","slug":"the-dos-and-donts-of-decorating-with-art-a-beginners-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/the-dos-and-donts-of-decorating-with-art-a-beginners-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"The Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts of Decorating with Art: A Beginner\u2019s Guide | iCanvas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Decorating with art is one of the most exciting ways to bring personality into your home, but if you\u2019re new to the process, it can feel a little intimidating. How do you choose the right pieces? What size should you get? And where exactly should you hang them? Don\u2019t worry – we\u2019ve got you covered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re starting from scratch or just refining your space, these essential do\u2019s and don\u2019ts will help you decorate with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Do: Choose Art You Love<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Featured Print: “Doing My Best”<\/a><\/em> by Very Berry<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The best rule of thumb? Pick pieces that truly speak to you. Art should reflect your personal taste, evoke memories, or simply make you happy – not just follow trends. Whether it\u2019s photography<\/a> that draws you in or cityscape art<\/a> that reminds you of a favorite trip, meaningful art makes a space feel more authentic and inviting. Decorating should be about self-expression, so trust your instincts and go with what you love. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

BONUS<\/strong>: create custom art<\/a> prints of your own photographs or homemade artwork to make your space feel even more like YOU.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Don\u2019t: Go Overboard with Size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Featured Print: “Pestemon”<\/a><\/em> by Sebastian Villabona<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Scale is everything when it comes to wall art<\/a>. Choosing pieces that are too large can overwhelm a room, while art that\u2019s too small might get lost in the space. A good guideline? If you\u2019re hanging art above furniture, aim for a width that\u2019s about two-thirds the size of the furniture beneath it. For standalone pieces, make sure they balance well with the surrounding decor and don\u2019t feel like they\u2019re floating in an empty space. If you are in fact looking to fill a bigger space, be sure to check out our selection of large wall art<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Do: Consider Your Color Scheme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Featured Prints: “Hypnosis”<\/a><\/em> and “Evening”<\/a><\/em> by RS Lab Studio<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Art can either blend seamlessly with your decor or create a striking contrast – it all depends on the vibe you\u2019re going for. If you want a cohesive look, choose pieces that pull from your existing color palette. Love a bold, eclectic feel? Opt for colors that pop against your walls or furniture. A mix of warm and cool tones can also help balance the overall aesthetic of your space. Shop by color<\/a> to find the hue that works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Don\u2019t: Hang Art Too High<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Featured Print: “Small Sailing Boats In The Sea”<\/a><\/em> by Javier Ortas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

One of the most common decorating mistakes is placing art too high on the wall. A simple rule to follow: the center of the artwork should be about 57\u201360 inches from the floor, which is roughly at eye level. If you\u2019re hanging art above furniture, leave 6\u20138 inches of space between the bottom of the frame and the furniture below to keep everything visually connected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

BONUS: <\/strong>If you\u2019re looking for an easy way to hang art without tools, Steelpix<\/a> is the perfect choice!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Do: Play with Different Layouts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Featured Prints: “The Lonely Astronaut XIV”<\/a><\/em> by Karen Jerzyk, “Lion I”<\/a><\/em> by Nicebleed, and “Kiss Of Aether”<\/a><\/em> by Vinn Wong<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s more than one way to style your walls! Try a gallery wall<\/a> with a mix of frames and sizes for an eclectic look, or go with symmetrical arrangements for a cleaner, more balanced feel. Love oversized statement pieces? Try diptych or triptych art<\/a> for a bold, modern effect. If you like to switch things up, lightweight art like Steelpix<\/a> makes it easy to experiment with layouts and refresh your space without the hassle of nails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Don\u2019t: Be Afraid of Empty Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Featured Print: “Grease”<\/em> by Ayse Deniz Akerman<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Negative space is your friend! Filling every inch of wall space can make a room feel cluttered, while leaving intentional gaps allows your artwork to breathe. Statement pieces shine when they have room to stand out, so embrace a little blank space around your favorite pieces to enhance their impact. This works especially well if you\u2019re into a minimalist decor<\/a> style, or if you want to decorate your space with contemporary fine art<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ready to start filling your space with art? Check out some of our Best Sellers on iCanvas<\/a> for inspiration from other shoppers!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

New to decorating with art? Learn the do\u2019s and don\u2019ts of choosing, sizing, and arranging wall art to create a space that feels personal, balanced, and effortlessly stylish.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":42037,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1462],"tags":[3021,3940,4927,6241,7104,7109,7404,7405],"class_list":["post-42012","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-making-your-space","tag-nicebleed","tag-vinn-wong","tag-karen-jerzyk","tag-very-berry","tag-javier-ortas","tag-sebastian-villabona","tag-wall-art","tag-rs-lab-studio"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42012","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/22"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=42012"}],"version-history":[{"count":21,"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42012\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":47112,"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42012\/revisions\/47112"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/42037"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=42012"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=42012"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.icanvas.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=42012"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}