Hanging art can really be an art in itself. If done correctly it can make your entire room. I have been known to frame beautifully illustrated prints from books to calendars. Any image that speaks to you will probably look great in your house and above all will make it uniquely yours.
Here are some images that may inspire you and a few tips from Josie McCarthy you might find helpful when hanging art yourself..........
When hanging art of different sizes around the room, pictures should be lined up by their center lines, not the tops of the works. A single painting or the main piece of art in a grouping should generally be hung at eye level for an average person.
A series of identically framed prints or engravings should be hung closer together than pieces of different sizes and shapes. A rule of thumb is 2 to 2 1/2 inches. A more varied grouping need varying margins between pictures, but you should aim for consistency, with roughly 3 to 4 inches between pictures on each side.
In the case of prints, more is better to create a greater impact. Original antique prints are a great way to make a strong statement with a limited investment.
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