4 Steps to a Personalized Gallery Wall
Make this trend all your own with this easy tutorial.
From choosing the right artwork to installation, our guide walks you through the steps for getting this stylish look.
What you'll need:
- A pencil or pen
- Butcher paper
- Painter's tape
- Scissors
- A large work space
1. Gather Wall Art and Décor
After picking the right wall for your gallery, begin gathering your artwork. Whether you're buying new art or incorporating items you already own, include pieces that have personal meaning to you, like a map of your home state or family photos. Three-dimensional accents like clocks, monogram letters, and mirrors add further depth.
Tip! For a cohesive look, keep a consistent color palette. We chose art in shades of blue and green but used different frames to avoid looking too matchy-matchy.
2. Create Place Holders
To avoid making unnecessary holes in your walls, lay your finalized selection out on butcher paper. Create templates of your art by tracing each piece individually, and cutting out the paper outlines.
3. Plan Out Your Arrangement
Using painter's tape, adhere your templates to the wall. For a well-balanced design, build outward from the center of the wall. Space larger items out and fill in the gaps with smaller pieces, like 4-by-6 photos or petite accents. To double-check your work, step back periodically and assess the arrangement from a distance.
4. Build Your Masterpiece
Once you have a balanced and cohesive configuration, replace the butcher paper with your artwork. Complete this process one piece of art at a time—leaving the neighboring butcher paper ensures you won't lose the placement for each item.
Tip! Not sure about nailing into your walls, or frequently change your mind? Use Velcro picture hangers for a renter- (and indecisive-) friendly option.
