Hi Everyone! Maryann (Classic Casual Home) and I got together a few weeks ago and thought it would be fun to come up with a couple of easily executed design projects a year and involve some of our favorite blogging buddies. We have found that one of the projects our clients find challenging is creating a gallery wall. I did a tutorial a while back on gallery walls here http://roughluxeperspective.blogspot.com/2013/01/gallery-wall-tutorial.html.
The easiest way to make a gallery wall appear unified is to pick a common theme, or use works in a similar color palette that will complement each other and the space. Let it reflect your personal sense of style and play with shapes and scale. There are no rules. Most often my clients want help displaying family photos in a stylish way. I have a couple of personal rules when displaying family photos. I think they are more appropriately displayed in family areas (ie the family room, hallways, bedrooms, offices, etc.), but it is completely a personal decision.
Choosing photos of identical scale and color in identical frames is super easy to achieve and has great impact.
katie caskey
I love the layered look of this photo gallery wall . It is a little more complicated but still very simple to execute.
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This arrangement would a little more of a challenge but if you check out my tips on my pinterest board here http://www.pinterest.com/chattersley/gallery-walls/, you can do it!!
restylinghomebykellyblog
A Gallery wall needn’t be resigned to the obligatory family photos. If you have a large wall that you don’t know what to do with why not think outside the box?
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via things that inspire
Lauren Leiss
Do you have a wall that is calling out for a gallery style presentation? Stop by on the next three Mondays and visit these talented ladies and see what they come up with. I know you won’t be dissappointed!
The enchanted home says
This project was amazing! You have officially inspired me to get started with my own….I have only been talking about it for 2 years:) Thank you for the subtle "push" it has been fun seeing all of the amazing results!
Julie Taylor and Danni Greenwalt says
I have always loved gallery walls…Ive been looking for vintage landscapes to start one
designchic says
I love the images leaning – such a great idea. Wish I could do one with different sizes and shapes, but can't imagine getting them to hang so beautifully! We love being a part of this!!
Sharon (Roses and Rust) says
Some really interesting ideas here……mmmm….you've got me thinking! XSharon
Segreto Finishes says
I have loved seeing all of these gallery wall inspirations!! Yours are beautiful – I may need one of my own!
xo.Leslie
Segreto Finishes
La Contessa says
Lovely photos………I especially like the pup tucked into the last shot in the bed!Re-doing the BOYS room at the moment and am thinking a collage of mirrors……..that will mean I need a lot of STUDS in the wall according to the CONTRACTOR husband!!!
Cindy says
Oh boy!! More comman ground….I have a contractor husband who has a heart attack if I put holes in the walls as well!
La Contessa says
I knew we would share that!!!!
Vel Criste says
This is such a great idea Cindy and I can't wait to see what inspires you ladies and to learn more on executing the perfect gallery wall!
Cindy says
Hope you are feeling well Vel!!
Mary Ann Pickett says
Great examples, Cindy!!! I love the symmetry of the first one over the bench. I agree with you about where to place family photos. Love the one with the mirrors, too. This is fun!!! Glad you thought of it.
Leslie Harris says
Hi Cindy! wasn't that hilarious last night? See what happens when you're friends with a windows live writer reject? I did finally google how to schedule posts and apparently it doesn't require an advanced degree. As usual I love your selection of images, and can't even pick my favorite, but I do wish I had that collection of landscapes. And of course, Lauren's bedroom is amazing. This is such a fun project, thanks for including me.
SHERRY HART says
You found some great examples! Love Lauren's bedroom…..excited to see all of the results:)
Cindy says
She is so talented isn't she…love everything she does! I bet you are going crazy doing this and the ORC!! Yikes!!
La Dolfina says
I adore the image with the vintage tape measures!
I have a small collection. I guess I need to keep going!
Now that presentation is cool!!!
Cindy says
Hi Terry
I think those are vintage fishing reels but the tape measures would be fabulous as well! I was thinking the fishing reels would make a great gallery wall here at the lake!
Karena Albert says
Cindy I had a gallery wall of botanicals for years and just wanted to make a change. I love how gallery walls can make a collection of art or photography so cohesive!
xoxo
Karena
The Arts by Karena
Cindy says
Karena
Have you ever thought of doing one with your lovely paintings?
Kris @ Driven by Décor says
I actually never thought of doing overlapping art that's hung on the wall like in your second inspiration image – love that idea. Such a fun series – I can't wait to see the gallery walls that everyone comes up with!
Cindy says
I can't wait to see your Kris and thank you for keeping Maryann and I up to speed!!
Kelly - Talk of the House says
I am really liking the layered look of the photos on the shelves! And that fly fishing reel collection is amazing. Thank you so much for coming up with the idea of doing this with us. I look forward to seeing everyone's completed projects!