Have you recently captured a special family moment or snapped a great photo of your pet? Does that photo deserve a spot on your wall, but the thought of hanging it feels overwhelming? Don’t worry—here’s a simple guide to help you display your cherished memories with ease.
5 Easy Steps to Hang Your Photo:
- Choose Your Room: Pick a space that you use frequently or one that will prominently showcase your art.
- Determine Placement: Consider factors like potential damage, sunlight exposure, and temperature or humidity fluctuations.
- Gather Supplies: Collect tools like a tape measure, level, stud finder, pencil, hammer, and appropriate hangers for your wall type and art weight. (Photographer’s tip: Beehive picture hangers are highly recommended for their adjustability!)
- Measure and Mark: Measure your art’s height, divide by two, and add 57” to find the ideal height from the floor. Mark the spot with a pencil.
- Hang and Level: Use a nail or hanger at the marked spot, hang your artwork, and ensure it’s level. Step back and admire your work!
Additional Tips for Hanging Art
Hanging Art Over a Sofa:
- Choose art that is ½ to ⅔ the length of the sofa.
- Maintain the 57” floor height calculation.
- Hang the piece 6–8” above the sofa.
Creating a Gallery Wall:
- Determine the overall size of your gallery layout.
- Cut out paper templates of your pieces and arrange them on the wall with painter’s tape.
- Treat the gallery wall as one large art piece and apply the same height and placement rules.
Photographer’s Tips for Planning Wall Art
When working with a photographer, plan your session with your final artwork in mind. Consider the room where your photo will hang, the colors and tones you want to convey, and the style of the space. For example:
- Golden Hour/Sunset Sessions: Create dreamy, timeless light.
- Midday/Early Morning Sessions: Provide bright, modern tones.
Also, coordinate outfits and colors to complement the décor of your chosen room.
Why Printing and Hanging Your Photos Matters
In today’s digital age, printed photos have become timeless investments that can be enjoyed for generations. Surround yourself with walls full of beautiful memories and let your home tell your story.
It’s time to get your artwork hung—start today and make your memories a part of your everyday life!
