Since a bedroom is considered to be the most personal room in the home\u2014the one that often isn\u2019t seen by guests\u2014it\u2019s an opportunity to make it your own and give it some character. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Specifically, artwork can really step up the design of your bedroom, allowing you to weave in creativity and visuals that make you feel joyful or calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cArtwork moves attention in a bedroom up the walls and moves the eye around the space,\u201d says Maria Martin<\/a>, interior designer and founder of Design Appy<\/a>. \u201cArtwork can help disguise elements of the room that are off-center and add excitement and seasoning to the environment.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Below, we\u2019ll go into detail about choosing, hanging, and arranging wall art in the bedroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe artwork in a bedroom should feel like an extension of the values and character of the people who use the room,\u201d Martin notes. When Martin is choosing artwork for a bedroom she\u2019s designing, she asks her clients about their favorite place to vacation\u2014where do they go when they want to escape?<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cOnce we learn more about those spaces, I ask about the feeling they have from those spaces and what appeals to them,\u201d she says. \u201cThen I work on finding art to reflect those values. Each person is unique, so it’s very important to dig in deep to learn about them and their joy to make selections that fit them and bring long-term happiness and satisfaction.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can use a similar approach when choosing bedroom wall art. What places bring you joy that you\u2019d like to emulate in your sleeping space? What pieces of art most feel like an expression of your ideals and personality?<\/p>\n\n\n\n One surefire spot to hang artwork in the bedroom is above your bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cBeds can be low or very tall, and they can come in various sizes, shapes, and materials,” says Martin. “Artwork’s size and shape should relate to the bed.” Martin adds that headboards can often benefit from just a single piece of art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In other words, don\u2019t choose a large piece of artwork if you\u2019re dealing with a tall headboard or small wall\u2014and don\u2019t go too small with the art if your headboard is low and the wall is expansive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cArtwork over a bed can be the focal point for the whole room,\u201d Martin says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another place you can consider for artwork is above a dresser, where Martin says a gallery wall of framed artwork looks the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A bedroom should be your soothing space, so too much artwork is likely to be overwhelming. A small gallery wall with carefully-chosen pieces\u2014or single, special pieces\u2014often looks the best in a sleeping space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cFirst, determine the placement of the art and what elements are around it,\u201d Martin suggests. \u201cSize and scale will create more impact than the subject of the art.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you find yourself Googling \u201cwhat kind of wall art for your bedroom,\u201d you\u2019re far from alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Luckily, Martin has some words of wisdom to share: \u201cArtwork should be a reflection of the person using the space,” she says. “It should bring joy, peace, or enthusiasm to the person when they see it. Art is personal and a representation of the feeling or the emotion experienced in the space.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n Artwork can be big bold, and exciting\u2014or it can be light, delicate, and subtle, adds Martin. You can choose anything from a serene black and white photo gallery wall with simple frames to a vintage oils collection in ornate baroque frames. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “The best thing to do is to dress the walls in the space as you would dress yourself,” says Martin. “Look at your wardrobe and your accessories and pull your favorite items. The things you love are very indicative of what artwork you’ll enjoy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThere are no rules really when it comes to what you like,\u201d says Martin\u2014but good wall art will reflect the aesthetic of a space and your one-of-a-kind personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For instance, according to Martin, a bedroom that\u2019s calm and tranquil will have a softness to it\u2014so you should choose equally soft-looking artwork, such as natural landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Or if you feel your best in maximalist surroundings, it can be wise to go with bold artwork. \u201cPeople who wear robust patterns and color will thrive in spaces with patterns on drapery fabric and artwork with a quirky personality,\u201d Martin observes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Martin suggests pulling patterns and colors from your bedding and allowing that to inform your artwork choices. That way, everything will look pulled together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The answer, as Martin believes, is an unequivocal yes. \u201cIt gives the room visual height and interest,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow to choose wall art for the bedroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What kind of art should go in a bedroom?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How do I choose good wall art?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How can I match my art to my room?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Should I put art above my bed?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n