Artist's Studio: 7 Stellar Ways to Show Your Work
Your own handiwork is the best advertisement if you showcase it properly. These 7 ideas for creative display send just the right message
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Your home should reflect your style and personality, and the same is true for your studio or creative space. Artists express themselves through handmade pieces, so an artist’s workspace is arguably one of the most personal and intimate places, where feelings and attitudes coexist with physical creations.
When it comes to decorating such a personal space, there is no better decor than the artist’s own work. Favorite creations can inspire current projects and give something for guests and clients to admire when visiting. As an artist, you should display your work thoughtfully and uniquely. Here are a few display ideas that are artistic in their own way but subtle enough to let the artwork shine.
When it comes to decorating such a personal space, there is no better decor than the artist’s own work. Favorite creations can inspire current projects and give something for guests and clients to admire when visiting. As an artist, you should display your work thoughtfully and uniquely. Here are a few display ideas that are artistic in their own way but subtle enough to let the artwork shine.
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| Display idea: Vintage pant hangers Useful for: The graphic designer Old-fashioned pant hangers do not find much use in closets anymore, but they now can find use on walls as clips for graphic prints. This display option gives you lots of versatility, and you can switch out prints quickly and easily when you come up with new designs. The hangers are less heavy than picture frames, so your wall will feel less cluttered and weighed down. |
by French Larkspur
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Display idea: Old ladder
Useful for: The textile designer
Vintage ladders commonly find homes in bathrooms holding extra towels, but the same idea could be applied to the studio as well. Drape fabrics or textiles across the rungs for a convenient storage and display solution. And when you need to redecorate, you can easily move the ladder around without disturbing the display.
Useful for: The textile designer
Vintage ladders commonly find homes in bathrooms holding extra towels, but the same idea could be applied to the studio as well. Drape fabrics or textiles across the rungs for a convenient storage and display solution. And when you need to redecorate, you can easily move the ladder around without disturbing the display.
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by Annalea Hart
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| Display idea: Clothespins Useful for: The photographer Install string or thin cables across your studio walls and keep a bowl of clothespins handy. As you print your photos, clip on your favorite shots. This display can be in a constant state of change based on your most current photographs. |
Play around with the composition. Separate black and whites from color and film from digital, or group by theme (family, weddings, travel, nature).
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by Saus Design
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| Display idea: Tape frame Useful for: The interior designer or stylist Use masking tape to frame an area on your wall and turn it into a inspiration board. Tape up photos, tear sheets, fabric swatches and anything else that strikes your fancy. Just peel off the tape for easy cleanup when you finish the project. |
by Ida Lifestyle
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Display idea: Natural elements
Useful for: The jewelry artist
Make your jewelry display more dynamic by hanging pieces vertically. Find natural elements like driftwood, dried branches or antlers and dangle necklaces and bracelets from their limbs. Hang at eye level for easy viewing. Make sure pieces are simple to pull on and off the display for customers.
Useful for: The jewelry artist
Make your jewelry display more dynamic by hanging pieces vertically. Find natural elements like driftwood, dried branches or antlers and dangle necklaces and bracelets from their limbs. Hang at eye level for easy viewing. Make sure pieces are simple to pull on and off the display for customers.
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Prop up some branches in a vase and hang tiny clusters of earrings from it. Like a Christmas tree, this display will feel like a festive decoration.
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Display idea: Room decor
Useful for: The knitter or crocheter
Transform your needlework into functional pieces of art and room decor. Stitch your granny squares together to make a colorful rug. Sew a warm blanket that guests can cozy up under. Drape your latest work across your wall like a tapestry.
Useful for: The knitter or crocheter
Transform your needlework into functional pieces of art and room decor. Stitch your granny squares together to make a colorful rug. Sew a warm blanket that guests can cozy up under. Drape your latest work across your wall like a tapestry.
by Ida Lifestyle
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Other useful alternatives are pillowcases and little garlands. If guests and customers can actually use and handle your pieces, there is a greater chance that they will want them for their own home.
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| Display idea: Vintage crates Useful for: The ceramicist Place crates on shelves or tables or even mount them to the wall to display your ceramic pieces. The crate acts as a vertical shadowbox and will really draw focus to the artwork inside. More: 10 Creative Ways to Hang Art Inspiring Inspiration Boards Guest Picks: Inspiring Display Ideas |
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martinwatt It's looks amazing. I will definitely take some clue from your blog.
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