How to choose art for Bedroom Walls
In this article we have put together a list of things to think about when choosing art for bedroom walls and a selection of our prints, perfectly curated for the bedroom. Displaying art in your bedroom is a great way of making it feel cosy and snug, creating a calm haven, where you can wind down and relax from the stresses of everyday life.
What should you think about when hanging art in your bedroom?
What is the perfect artwork to display above the bed?
What colours should you choose for bedroom art?
What themes work well on bedroom wall decor?
Colours
When choosing art for the bedroom go for calm relaxing colours that help soothe the mind and create a cosy atmosphere. Pick art in colours that put you at ease, calm you down and help create a sense of serenity in the room.
Here are our favourite picks of colours for bedroom wall art:
BLUE: The colour of the sea and the sky, blue is a soothing colour that can help to calm a busy mind. Soft calm blues artworks work especially well in the bedroom and set the perfect mood for relaxing.
GREEN: One of the most common colour of the natural world. Green is a restful and quiet colour, symbolising growth, balance, rest and restoration. Choose green art for a fresh, leafy and lush ambience in the bedroom.
PINK: Pink is a colour that promotes tranquility and peace. Pink art can bring about feelings of nurture, warmth, femininity and love. Choose soft pastel pink artworks to bring a sense of peace and calm to the bedroom.
WHITE: White is associated with innocence, safety, beginnings and softness. White wall art can help create a light, calming atmosphere and go well with neutral decor and interiors. Choose off-white, warmer or creamy whites for bedroom wall art.
Night Sky Inspiration
Dreamy Celestial themes are perfect for the bedroom walls. For example, a large moon phase print hanging above the bed in the master bedroom will make a striking impact. Dramatic moons, midnight blues, stars, galaxies, planets and lunar phases, all help create a dreamy atmosphere, perfect for bedroom walls and to encourage a good night’s sleep.
For darker rooms that don’t receive much natural daylight, take advantage of the darkness. Pair dark wall paint with night sky inspired artworks, creating a cozy bedroom that cocoons you. Consider adding a splash of colour to lighten areas of the room by using coloured artworks.
Abstract Art
Abstract art uses shapes, colours and forms to inspire emotion, which makes it the perfect statement piece of artwork for the bedroom.
An abstract artwork in soothing colours and tones, is perfect for displaying over the bed. Go for one a large abstract artwork, or create a gallery wall with a selection of art that go well together. Choose abstract artworks that bring a relaxing ambience and mood to the space. Think about how it makes you feel and the mood you want to create in the room.
Colours that are close together on the colour wheel can create a sense of harmony when placed side by side, while colours opposite from each other on the colour wheel can create an effective visual focal point. Colours can be also be used to create an illusion of space. Look at how the colour changes depending on the time of the day. Try experimenting with a few different colour samples to see what colours work in your space. Do they appear different at dusk, dawn and midday?
Natural World
Viewing scenes of nature, can reduce help reduce stress and increase pleasant relaxed feelings. Art is an easy way to bring a little bit of nature inside. Bedroom walls are the perfect space to display dreamy images of landscapes or mountains. Maybe try artwork that inspire a bit of wanderlust and a connection to the natural world. Choose calm nature scene, such as birds flying, trees in the forest. Or why not an open seascape scene?
A hint of romance
Artwork is a lovely and simple way to make your bedroom feel a bit romantic. Consider hanging artworks with heart illustrations, quotes, or maybe some art that brings back memories of a romantic trip. Subtle nods to romance will keep the room fresh and contemporary looking. The colour red is connected with passion and love, while too much red might be too energising for some, small splashes of red will work effectively in the bedroom. Old movie posters, or quotes from your favourite song lyrics, are other ideas for subtle romantic wall art, perfect for the bedroom.
