5 Easy Tips To Upscale The Artwork In Your Home

For achieving the most impressive impact with your art, there are several tried-and-true techniques at your disposal.

Here are our top 5 recommendations to elevate the artwork in your home by day's end:

 

1. Secure with Tape

Over time, artwork may shift within the frame or become misaligned. A straightforward solution is to use tape to prevent these issues. 

 

• If your frame includes a mat, tape each corner to maintain its alignment.
  
  
• If no mat is present, employ double-sided tape to affix each corner to the backing board of the frame.

*Ensure that the tape is applied only to the back of the print, avoiding any harm to the printed surface.

 

(Pictured: Still Life Flowers) 

2. Remove the Glass

One of our most impactful tips is to remove the glass from the frame. This not only reduces glare but also allows you to fully appreciate the artwork's detail and texture, providing a more authentic experience. Here's a before and after below...

 

 

3. Opt for Textured Matte Paper

When printing fine art pieces, choosing archival, fine art-grade paper significantly enhances the quality compared to non-archival papers. If your budget allows, consider using a printing service offering Giclée printing services.

Alternatively, you can opt for Fine Art Prints from Willow & Folk instead of digital downloads.

 

 

 

4. Embrace Layering, Stacking, and Grouping

 

 

 

Enhance depth, warmth, and interest in your space by employing these techniques with your art.

 

• Layering: Overlap art pieces of varying sizes, especially when they are displayed on furniture and leaning against the wall.
  
  

 

• Stacking: Hang two or three art pieces vertically on the wall to create focal points in your home.
  
  

 

• Grouping: Arrange two or more art pieces in various layouts, such as a gallery wall or side by side. Explore Willow & Folk's recommendations for ideal pairs and sets here.
  
  

 

 

 

5. Customise Matting

 

 

 

Don't feel confined by the mats within the frame; you have options to enhance your artwork's presentation.

 

 

• You can remove the mat entirely to utilise the frame's full width.
  
  
• Or you can DIY a new mat by purchasing card stock in your desired colour from a local stationery store. Measure the mat size and create a custom mat cutout for a fresh look.

This tip is especially useful when you've found the perfect frame at a thrift store, but the mat needs a refresh.

Implementing these strategies will help you maximise the impact of your art and create a stunning display in your home. 

Be sure to tag us on Instagram @willow.and.folk so we can see your finished and framed prints! We love to see how you showcase your beautiful prints in your home.