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When it comes to art, consider making a statement by going with a bigger size edition. Why? Because large art prints are an easy way to make an impact in any room. They add a natural focal point to the space, grounding the rest of your furniture and decor with a bold sense of confidence and a sense of luxury.
Because large art prints take center stage, it’s important to choose the right one for your space. In this article, we’ll outline everything you need to know about large art prints — from how to know what piece will work best with your interior design style, to choosing the right size, and how to hang your masterpiece once it arrives.
When it comes to choosing the right large-scale art for your space, the only hard-and-fast rule is to choose a piece that speaks to you. Art is meant to move and inspire — so while we’re going to explore some helpful things to think about when choosing a print, nothing here is written in stone. Instead, pay attention to what excites you and let that lead the way!
Whether you prefer the clean lines of mid-century design or crave cozy bohemian spaces, there are plenty of ways to use art to express your interior design aesthetic. Here are a few of our top tips for the most popular art and decor styles.
If you’re a lover of mid-century modern spaces, you’re likely drawn to playful shapes and clean lines. So lean into this when selecting a large art print for your space! Look for geometric art prints that focus on bold expressions of line and form, abstract renderings of organic shapes, or even playful Slim Aarons-inspired photography. We suggest selecting a frame in a deep walnut or warm wood tone to nod to the mid-century palette, and going for a float mount or full bleed print to keep things feeling graphic and clean. You can also complete the modern feel in your room with black and white art prints.
Gilded Paint Swoops by Alisa Galitsyna
Because minimalism traces its roots back to the mid twentieth century, minimalist art has many of the same characteristics as mid-century art. Think clean lines, geometric shapes, and lots of negative space. The key difference here is to opt for pieces in a toned-down color palette to pair seamlessly with modern minimalist furniture. Minted offers a curated selection of minimalist art pieces from our talented network of independent artists, and we’re particularly drawn to abstract art that plays with line and texture, slightly out-of-focus photography, and simple line illustrations.
Sweet Dreams by Carol Barber
Almost any art style can lend itself to a bohemian space, as the aesthetic is supposed to be an eclectic mix of furniture, decor, and art from different eras and cultures. That said, there are a few general rules to keep in mind to make choosing art for a bohemian space a bit easier. First and foremost, don’t be afraid of color! Look for art prints that are full of rich oranges and reds like this architectural print or a piece that features an unexpected mix of neons and neutrals like this watercolor print. Next, look for travel-inspired photography with a vintage flair, like an overexposed shot of Joshua Tree or retro neon signs. Finally, opt for pieces that are playfully abstract, whether they are line drawings or mixed-media masterpieces.
Joshua Tree No. 10 by Wilder California
If you’re a lover of farmhouse or cottage-core interiors, going for art with a rustic feel is an easy way to tie your space together. When it comes to choosing rustic art, look for pieces that look like they could’ve been unearthed at a vintage market (or, better yet, that have been in your family for generations), like still-life oil paintings of floral arrangements and classic landscapes. You can also opt for pieces inspired by rural life, such as paintings of barns or modern photography of horses, cows, and bison.
From a Table in Carolina by Jennifer Allevato
Minted's artwork pieces are available in various sizes up to 48" x 70". Our goal is to bring you fine art prints with museum-grade quality to your home. All designs can be printed on a luxe paper or on canvas according to your style preference. Minted also offer aluminum-mounted acrylic art which works especially well for photography prints. You can also select the frame, border, and matting styles for all large-sized art prints. For a more premium finish and easy installation, we recommend getting the non reflective UV-plexi glass and pre-installed hanging hardware with your large art prints.
The final piece of the puzzle when it comes to selecting the right large art print for your home is to consider the orientation of the piece. Here’s what you need to know.
Landscape, or horizontal, orientation is ideal if you’re looking to fill wide stretches of wall or are working with a room with a large footprint. This makes landscape pieces great for living rooms, where they can nicely fill wall space behind couches or above console tables. Minted offers a range of sizes for landscape prints, including 40” x 30”, 54” x 40”, 60” x 44”, and 70 x 48” (the latter two being a perfect fit above large sectionals or king beds), and a variety of frame materials.
Landscape orientation works especially well for art prints featuring sweeping scenery, as it can allow you to feel really immersed in the piece. Opt for a piece available in canvas for a landscape painted in oil or watercolor, or go for luxury paper for photography and acrylic art.
Golden Light by Jan McElhinny
Portrait, or vertical, orientation works well to lend drama to smaller rooms and narrow walls, or to cover a lot of ground in spaces with high ceilings. We love the look of hanging large-scale vertical art prints on stair landings or at the end of a narrow hallway, and offer large vertical prints in a variety of sizes — including 30” x 40”, 40” x 54”, 44” x 60” and 48” x 70” — to fit any space.
The portrait orientation works well for artwork with a single focus (such as a portrait!) as well as for line drawings and geometric-inspired works.
Dark Horse by Irene Suchocki
Large art prints can work in nearly any room of your home. What orientation you choose can depend on your existing furniture and decor, but here is a quick guide to large art by space.
Once you’ve selected your large art print, it’s time to hang it up! Below is a breakdown of how to hang your print depending on your frame style. Note that because large art can be heavy, it’s ideal to hang your piece on a stud. If the studs in your wall are not located conveniently, we recommend using drywall anchors to help support your piece.
Sometimes, two is better than one. Minted’s selection of fine art pairs (or diptychs, in art-industry terms) are perfect for spaces that could use a bit of extra visual interest. Use these pairs, which are typically in a portrait orientation, to anchor a tall ceiling above low-slung furniture like couches and console tables. They also work well for a modern and minimalist-inspired take on the ever-popular gallery wall, and can make a sophisticated statement in a space that could otherwise look cluttered or busy.
Still not sure what print will look best in your space? Let Minted’s experts help. Simply text us a photo of the wall where you’d like to hang your art to 415-993-WALL (9255), and a Minted stylist will text you back a curated selection of pieces that will make your space stand out.
To help us choose the right pieces for you, keep the following tips in mind:
Once they’ve made their curation, each suggested piece will be rendered onto your wall, so you can get a feeling of what it will look like in your space. Your stylist will also stock your cart with their recommended pieces, so you can simply log in to your Minted account and purchase the perfect piece.
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