Here is what the opposite side looks like.

yeah -- whether you use your daughter's work or buy something, I'd recommend a pair like that, although I might hang them offset vertically by 6 inches or so (and a tad farther apart)...

I think they look perfect the way they are..now find a large rug for the space to warm it up.

Yes, I think a larger sized rug can help bring everything together. Here is a list of larger rugs that are over 10 feet wide:

http://www.boldrugs.com/Over-10%27-Wide-area-rugs-size.html

What about a really neat buffet and a piece of art or photograph you really like?

Dear Daisy,
Have a look at the following ready-to-hang photographs on gallery wrapped stretched canvas from Avalon Nature Photography. No sharp edges or concern about breaking glass. No glass. No frame. Light and sturdy LARGE Canvas Wall Art. Ready to quickly transform your dining room into an elegant space when entertaining friends and family and be soothing nature inspiration for you and your little ones at every day meal times. Visually Meditative Mood-Scapes for all ages.

All of our photographs are nature as it is. No photo-enhancement. Archival canvas with archival pigment based ink — so a memorable artwork you and your children can enjoy for generations.

Our products are currently in the approval process to be purchased directly on the Houzz Product Shop. So as of now, the add to cart button/buy button is not active. However, they can be purchased securely now on our main website. I’ve also included links to Avalon Nature Photography to each artwork we posted.

Each piece is gallery-wrapped with a color selected from the image, creating a smooth transition from the artwork to the wall. And has a formal classic (and sturdy) elegance with a 1.5” side panel wrap depth.

Here are a few possibilities from some of our categories.

1) SPHERE - Macro Photography modern still life of a water drop:

—> SPHERE at Avalon Nature Photography:
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product/macro-sphere/
—> Macro Photography Category at Avalon:
(a variety of subjects including rocks)
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product-category/photography-styles/macrophotography/

2) WINTER EVENING - a thin ice reflection - Impressionism Art:

—> WINTER EVENING at Avalon Nature Photography:
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product/series-barthpondi-winterevening/
—> IMPRESSIONISM Category at Avalon:
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product-category/photography-styles/natural-impressionism/
—> ICE REFLECTIONS Category at Avalon:
(not all ice reflections are impressionistic)
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product-category/reflection-photography/reflection-ice-photography/

3) WATER REFLECTION V - a pastel water reflection - Impressionism Art:

—> WATER REFLECTION V - at Avalon Nature Photography
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product/water-reflection-v/
—> WATER REFLECTION Category at Avalon:
(not all water reflections are impressionistic. You may enjoy clear reflection as well.)
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product-category/reflection-photography/reflection-water-photography/

4) FLOWER IX - Macro Photography

—> FLOWER IX at Avalon Nature Photography:
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product/macrophotography-flower-image3/
--> FLOWERS Category at Avalon:
(not all flowers are Macro…)
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product-category/flower-photography/

5) BIRDS I : SWAN

—> BIRD I: SWAN at Avalon Nature Photography:
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product/birds-swan-1/
—> BIRDS Category at Avalon:
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product-category/birds/

6) ABSTRACT VIII : BLUE

—> ABSTRACT VIII : BLUE at Avalon Nature Photography:
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product/abstract8waterreflection/
—> ABSTRACT Category at Avalon:
(totally appreciate your little one’s art and your precious honoring of new creativity.)
http://avalonnaturephotography.com/product-category/photography-styles/abstract-nature-photography/

We have other styles and subjects at
http://AvalonNaturePhotography.com

Let us know if you have any questions. We offer FREE SHIPPING Worldwide on our Ready to Display Stretched Canvas - any size. Custom sizes also available.

What a wonderful space and wonderful mission you are on, Daisy.
(Our 10 year old loved seeing your childs’ art and the way you displayed it.
Thanks for posting it.)

All the Best,
Curtis H. Jones P.h.D.

How about something like this? fun! /// next a tapestry ///next an accent color?

say a softer green wall with soft white stick-ons, which echoes piece on opposite wall..because of your rustic table, and young children:

http://www.art.com/products/p15497290469-sa-i6948106/deer-in-the-forest.htm?sOrig=CAT&sOrigID=0&dimVals=222447&ui=2CDA84F11EB5446E9376C5631C276542&rfid=274465&kwid=1860206103&ctid=27445083
http://www.art.com/products/p20273523512-sa-i7255285/silhoutte-tree-decal-kit.htm?sOrig=CAT&sOrigID=0&dimVals=222447&ui=2CDA84F11EB5446E9376C5631C276542&rfid=274465&kwid=1860206103&ctid=27445083

thanks for the feedback everyone!

@Barbara Griffith Designs - Thanks for the large rug suggestion! That will be my next purchase!
@Interior Affairs -- Vickie Daeley - I have a china cabinet on the other side, Im not thrilled about adding a buffet on the other side. The space would be to tight!
@Avalon Nature Photography - LOVE the photography however its out of our budget. Great work.
@everdebz - Great suggestion.

Thank You Daisy. Happy you love my artwork. Good News! We are in the process of releasing Early Bird Pre Holiday Sale pricing later today on ALL Large Stretched Canvas artwork. Hopefully it will fit well in your budget, so you and your family can enjoy the work daily. It's even better in person. I'll keep you posted. Have a great day!

Hi Daisy, Hope you are doing well.
Quick Note - Our service now includes White Glove Delivery- free of charge unpacking and hanging and removal of the crate... making it a simple and fun delivery process.

Sale prices are now hopefully such that you can own what you love! We hope so and look forward to serving you. And enhancing your space with beautiful visually meditative nature.

Medium canvas size is 30" X 24" Now for a limited time $575
Large canvas size is 52" X 38" Now for a limited time $1575.
Custom side panels are 1.5" depth.

SEE all new works at
http://AvalonNaturePhotography.com

All the Best!
Curtis and Avalon Team