Colour can be used most effectively in decoration as it is one of the strongest tools you have in your interior design. It can affect people’s emotions, set the specific tone and can change even the perception of space. In as much as the wall art is concerned, color proves to be of great importance in as much as the general disposition of the room is concerned. Knowing the psychological impact of different color, you will be able to combine your wall art that not only boosts the beauty of the room but it also creates the right ambiance of your choice. Throughout this blog, we’ll be looking at how best to use different colours in wall art to make over your home.
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1. The Psychology of Color
Colouring has the ability to stir feelings and these are some of the reasons why our moods can be influenced significantly. For instance, light and dark shades of red, orange, and yellow are said to increase and stimulate in as much as blue, green, and purple are said to relax and have a calming effect. Beige, grey and white are considered to be neutrals and they provide symmetry and as will as giving a feeling of calmness or elegance if applied properly.
When choosing the wall art, one ought to think about the color tones on the artwork and the impact on mood of the occupants. For instance, an emotional abstract painting of red color can enrich the living room and bring passion in it or alternatively a calm blue painting with a landscape can bring peacefulness to bedroom.
2. Creating Atmosphere with Color
Color of the prints on the wall can also dictate the rest of the color theme of the room. For a friendly and inviting environment, you perhaps want to consider the use of what is usually considered warm colors like red, orange and brown. These colors can help a large room feel cozier, and by that I mean they will make it easier to invite people into the space.
On the other hand if you are looking at taking more of cooler aspect to the room, then select the wall art in cool tones such as light blues, greens, and lavenders. These colors are very suitable for relaxation therefore can be used in bedrooms, bathrooms and any other place that does not require too much infection with energy.
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3. Color as a way of Changing Perception of Space
Colour can also be used to modify the perceived area and shape of a room. Pale colours open up a space as much as dark colours can close down a space. When you place wall art in a small room, use the light, bright color shades in order to make sight of the room seem larger. On the other hand, when the room is large and accommodating, and of high height, then using dark and intense tone color make the room contracting and warm.
4. Harmonizing with Existing Decor
Choosing the right wall art therefore means checking how the color found on your preferred print will complement other colors in the house. When selecting furniture and other items for the living room, ensure that they enhance on the color of the room. This does not mean that you must get the colors to be exactly that, again the two should blend seamlessly. For instance, if your room has a lot of browns, you need to place artwork of the same color or of different colors contrasting with browns such as blues and greens.
In addition, you may also incorporate decorative paintings into a room to bring a splash of color to a room that is painted in neutral or single color hue. The energetic, bright artwork can take the focus and add liveliness to an area that might otherwise be rather dull.
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5. Establishing the Atmosphere with Conventional and colors
Using of one color or its shades and variations, which is called monochromatic, gives a refined and very harmonious look. The separate pieces of art painted in some tone of the same color can be visually interesting and engaging but not too obtrusive and dominative. For this reason this method is good to use when the room your focusing on is in a plain modern style or plain interior.
However using contrasting color with the wall in your wall art can be really interesting and can make your art pop. The international journalistic and newsworthy style of the space sought to bring out liveliness by using contrasting colours, particularly blue and orange or red and green obtained from the colour wheel. It is applicable where avant-garde or modern interiors are used and where the use of primary colors is not frowned at.
6. Trust Your Instincts
Although, it is helpful to have knowledge about the psychology of color and few basics of design, it is advisable to go with the gut feel when it comes to the selection of the canvas art as it has to stir a certain feeling in your heart that you would like to have around you. All the same, home is a representation of the personality of the occupants, and thus the colors have to be chosen to suit the occupants.
Thus, color forms a central part of the element of wall art and the effect that it has in a given space. Since choosing pick provides you the ability to set the tone that the room should have, it’s important to find the right colours that reflect your personality and this is where you will retreat to. Whether you need to create a boost of energy, create relaxed atmosphere or add some elegance to the room, the colors of the wall art is critical. Happy decorating!