LOVE {My first painting}

November 3, 2010 | Author Jane

On the wall opposite the end of my bed I’d like to do some sort of photo/art wall, but I can’t decide if I should build a photo ledge to display everything, or if I should hang every piece on the wall in a grouping. Right now all I’ve got is a LOVE painting that I made, and an art print that I ordered from BluLima on Etsy. (I absolutely love her prints, by the way. You must check them out!)

The orange is, of course, a perfect match for our bedroom’s color scheme, and the sentiment expressed is just what I need to see when I wake up each morning!

But this wee collection is looking a bit sad right now. I think I need to paint the frame the same dark color as my nightstands, so that it stands out better. And maybe get (make) a frame for the LOVE painting?

Wondering how I made the LOVE painting? I printed out the letters and used them as a template, then used some good-quality acrylic paints and a canvas from Michaels. Painting it was a total blast, even if it did use more paint than expected. I’m definitely going to make more paintings now!!

But back to my problem at hand – because, you know, this blog is just sooo all about me :) – what do you think? Picture ledge or wall grouping?

Share it!

Posted in Accessories, bedroom

http://peasandcrayons.blogspot.com/ Jenn L @ peas and crayons

Why not do both!? start with a ledge while you have only a few photos and then progress into a big ole wall o’ amazingness! =)

If you’re looking for another paint project — check this out! I’m dying to do this sometime soon!

Fun With Paint Pens!

xoxo
Jenn
http://www.twenty-six-to-life.com/ Kate @ Twenty-Six To Life

I like the idea of doing a bunch of pieces of art. Or, you do one HUGE piece, that would be pretty cool too :) Love your art that you have now though!
http://openhandliving.blogspot.com/ Julia

The painting looks great. Very cute. Now I happen to know that picture groupings make me batty, but I think it might be cute in your room. You already have a lot of linear features in the room so something random may offset that nicely. Think interesting pieces… state plates? Maybe a DIY of some plates with monogram. If that doesn’t seem to fit your aesthetic, there are so many options! I see a real mod/typography scheme here. Maybe you and Ryan can get some canvases and let out your inner Mondrian or Rothko. I could talk forever about art since I love it so much, but let me think of a few more things here: 3D art (objects mounted and painted a solid color), more beach theme photos, a pic of you and Ryan, doggie & cat silhouettes, fabrics, etc.
http://www.to-be-charmed.com Elizabeth

I love the “LOVE” painted piece!
http://pieway.blogspot.com/ Sarah

I also think a wall grouping would work well for this space, particularly one made up of various personalized and handmade pieces like the sweet and simple “LOVE” painting.

I’ve never made a painting before myself, but this post makes me feel like I should take a stab at it someday.
http://www.smallchichome.com/ Jeannine @ Small & Chic

I like the idea of a grouping, maybe if a mix of homemade and bought pieces. I love your LOVE painting!
SamiJ

You need to get/do One Large Painting — that will ground the grouping and eliminate all the negative white space you have going on that wall. Or get a Large Mirror.
EmilyL

Love the LOVE painting, but they are hung a bit too high. You need to lower them and add some other pieces. You should think about doing the LOVE painting in a larger format. Or perhaps a large scale collage.
http://ahomeinthemaking.blogspot.com/ jenn

Great painting! Shelf vs. photo wall is such a hard choice! They are both awesome. I tend to lean more toward the photo wall because I just love an entire wall full of great art. You have a great space for that here, I think.
http://sunnyslifeinrehab.blogspot.com/ Sunny’s Life in Rehab

I’m with Jenn L, do both so that you have the opportunity to change things out. And the LOVE piece is very cool.
http://makeway4ducklings.blogspot.com/ bashtree

Great painting! I might have to copy it…such a good idea. I am partial to picture walls, but I’m really intrigued by the whole photo ledge trend right now. I love the idea of switching things out so easily. How about a group of shorter ledges??