Tuesday 29 January 2013

Using An Oil Painting Reproduction As An Element In A Room

By Ann Simpson


An oil painting reproduction can add an elegant design element to your home. You may have a favorite artist whose works you want to display, or you may have found a new painting you want a reproduction of in your home. Art catalogs can be a good source for you to explore the world of art reproductions.

Oil reproductions can be simple statements that blend seamlessly with the rest of a room, or become a showcase conversation piece that highlights a specific area. You can choose any variety of art periods that may work with the rest of your design. You might think about taking an art appreciation class or look at art books to get a sense of works that you prefer.

If the room contains a lot of natural light, be aware of how that will play with your new artwork. Too much glare from the sun may hinder your enjoyment of the piece, so consider different sites in the room for location. Also, remember that the sun will hit the room at different angles during the day, so other areas may serve the piece better to keep it out of direct sunlight.

Different rooms can offer alternative moods surrounding a piece, so think about multiple options for the artwork. Also, think about how adaptable the piece can be if you move to another location and how the artwork may work in a different setting. Try not to imagine the piece just in one fixed setting, as you might want to redecorate after a certain point. The money you spend on a reproduction will stretch further with pieces that can be used in different locations.

Artwork can draw out subtle details of colors in its surrounding space. The tiniest of details in a flower as part of a work of art, for example, may highlight the same shades elsewhere in a room, such as a couch. As you study a piece of art, look at all the colors involved, not just the dominant ones. You may find surprising and colorful details that will work as a nice accent in the room.

As part of your purchase, think about what frame would look best. An art shop can help you come up with a frame style that sets off the piece dramatically without overwhelming the art. This type of service also can create frames that work naturally with the rest of your room. A good frame can make a statement without being overbearing.

You may want to collect different reproductions of the same artist or use a variety of artists from a particular art era. You might be surprised by the art combinations you discover with similar styles created in different years. You can rely on your own style to find what works best as you make selections for rooms.

Adding an oil painting reproduction to a room can transform the look of a space. The piece can be the starting point for other changes you wish to make. You might find the right piece inspires a new interior design. You can review different sources of these reproductions to find one that fits your style and budget.




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