Drawings and Illustrations

If you’re looking for organic lines and a mixture of vibrant colors with gradients of black to white to add interest to your walls, look no further than pen and pencil art. Ranging from rough sketches to elaborate charcoal and colored pencil drawings, this style of artwork can contrast with modern décor or complement a more traditional style.

Whether it’s black and white drawings you seek or full color masterpieces, here are a few tips on how to select pen and pencil art for your home:
• Choose the right size. If you have a large expanse of wall that needs filling, make sure your artwork isn’t so small it will be overpowered by that empty space. On the other hand, you won’t want it to be so large it takes over a room. If you’re unsure what size is right or are hesitant to go big and bold, look for standard-sized art that measures between 12 to 47 inches.
• Your art should elicit emotion. Don’t just grab up every piece of art for sale. Be selective and look for pieces that you love. Do the colors call to you? How about the lines and shading? Can you identify with the subject matter in any way? Whatever you choose, it should add dimension and life to your home.
• Educate yourself. The easiest way to define your taste in art is to research different styles. You may assume that, because your home décor is traditional, modern, etc., your taste in artwork will be the same. However, you may be pleasantly surprised, and even more surprised to find those traditional-style pen and ink drawings look amazing hanging above your modern sofa.