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Wall art help

10 years ago
I'm having a difficult time deciding on artwork for my kitchen/dining area. I have waited two years in hopes of finding something that I really love, but I'm tired of looking at a boring wall. I have narrowed it down to three pieces, but I'm open to suggestions.

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  • 10 years ago
    Here are more pics of the space it'll be going.
  • 10 years ago

    Street scene. The cow would be out of place. The pear doesn't draw attention to itself.

  • 10 years ago
    Thank you. I love the picture of the cow because I think it's funky and colorful and feel it would add a touch of a modern look to a traditional house. I'm a little hesitant for the same reason you mentioned...and my husband is not crazy about it at all. I do like the street scene.
  • 10 years ago

    I really like them all! I think each one would look very nice in your space - the cow would bring more color in, but if your husband doesn't like it, either of the other 2 would look lovely. I'm drawn a bit more to the pear, prob because it's going in the kitchen....

  • 10 years ago
    Thank you!!
  • 10 years ago
    Is there an app I can download to see what they'd look like before I purchase them?
  • 10 years ago
    I finally purchased bessie the cow. This piece is only offered in 36" or 56" Square. I purchased the 36" square and now we are wondering of its too large for our wall. Our wall is 41" wide. Is there a rule for proportion size when it comes to wall art? Thank you!
  • PRO
    10 years ago

    1/2 to 2/3 width of wall...your art is too wide. Should be no more than roughly 27".

  • 10 years ago
    What do you think? The picture is willing on a bar stool until we decide whether to keep it or not.
  • PRO
    10 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    What is the name of your wall color? And it does need to be placed elsewhere because it is taking up more than 2/3 of the wall. If you place it where people are sitting, center should be 54" from the floor. If nothing is beneath it, the center should be 60" from the floor.

  • 10 years ago
    Thank you. My wall color is latte by sherwin williams.
  • 10 years ago
    I agree that it is too wide for that space. You need something more thin and rectangular proportionally for that wall.
  • 10 years ago
    Too big. It needs breathing room around it.
  • 10 years ago
    Its too wide for that space, but I'd definitely keep the cow and use her elsewhere if you can. I may be biased, but I love using quirky animal pieces in my decor. It's fun and makes me happy, and I don't give a hoot if others think it's weird or not formal/refined enough.
  • 10 years ago
    Like the art itself, placement is personal taste. The piece is technically "too wide" for that wall BUT if you like it there; if it works for your line of sight in your home; if it makes you smile, then break the rules
  • PRO
    10 years ago
    Nations Photo Lab online prints photos on maple wood different sizes, and it can be printed on just the front or also on the four sides. Pick out a favorite family pic and have it printed an appropriate size.
  • 10 years ago
    Thank you for your responses.
  • 10 years ago
    Indybullterrier, I love your home! Where did you find your cow art? Love it!
  • 10 years ago
    Thanks, loudon1--I found my cow at TJ Maxx! I fell in love with a similar cow that was far above my budget, so I went on the hunt and just happened to stumble upon this lil beauty.
  • 10 years ago

    If you like it, forget the 'rules' and hang it at eye level. If you don't like it there or get tired of it - it wasn't a big investment and you can use it somewhere else.

  • 10 years ago
    I agree hang it where it is resting now. I love the cow. You obviously do to, hang it where you will appreciate it. Rules are made to be broken, makes life more interesting. Enjoy
  • 10 years ago
    Thank you for all the encouragement! My husband is going to hang it today! Ill post pics!
  • 10 years ago
    Love!!!
  • 10 years ago

    Why not make your own art?

  • 10 years ago
    Perfect.