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KAZAAN VIVEIROS
ART COLLECTING
Anyone can become an art collector. Here are a few tips for installing artwork in your home to add meaning, depth, and beauty to your space.
Note: Some images are mock ups using manipulated interior photos from other sources. Sources are listed below.
![]() Deco SophisticationThe subtle tones of the painting mix well with the clean lines of the furnishings. Artwork: Changes, 48 by 36 inches, Acrylic, flashe, chalk paint on canvas. Available. Email for information. | ![]() Brighten UpKeep things cheerful with bright colors. Artwork: Color Play, 30 by 24 inches, Acrylic, flashe on canvas. | ![]() Hang Artwork Above Your MantelThe mantel is a focal point that deserves original artwork (not your TV)! Artwork: Stay Cool, 48 by 48 inches, Acrylic on canvas. On view at Summit Frame & Art, Summit, NJ. Available. Email for information. |
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![]() Introduce a new color w/artwork.Lavender in the art creates a dynamic look. Artwork: Alternating Aubergine, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Email for purchasing information. Background image from Behance. Design (minus artwork) by Tamara Batsmanova. | ![]() Earth tones add warmth.Artwork: Amber Fire Seed, 40 by 30 inches, Acrylic on panel. Email for purchasing information. Background image / design by Ignant Design. Furniture from SOL Collection designed by Sarah Ellison. | ![]() Pair soft cool tones with gray / beige.The soft purple tones in this piece go well with gray. Artwork: Woodland Thicket, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available—email for purchasing information. Background image (minus art): Decor Demon. |
![]() Add drama with bold color.Artwork: Tiger King, 36 by 36 inches, Acrylic on panel. From HEADS series. Available—email for purchasing information. Background image (minus art) from Melanie Jade Design. | ![]() Make a great first impression.Hang a large painting in your entry way for impact. Artwork: Late Day North End, 36 by 48 inches, Acrylic on canvas. SOLD. Private collection. Background image (minus art) from Design within Reach. | ![]() Repeat shapes.The curves in this piece mimic the curves in the fireplace surround. Artwork: Track Shift, 36 by 24 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available—email for purchasing information. Background image (minus art) from Caprini & Pellerin Architects. Photo by @Cafeine. |
![]() Pair something playful with something formal.Artwork: Yellow Brick Parade, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available through Artists Circle Fine Art, N. Potomac, MD. Contact gallery for purchasing information, 301/947-7400. Background image (minus art) from Zsa Zsa Bellagio, Photo by Amy Vischio, Styling by Leslie Cohen. | ![]() Embrace the exotic.The fire and palm fruits around the border of this piece mimic the carving in the buffet for a perfect fit. Artwork: Cinnamon Ape Exile, 36 by 36 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available—email for purchasing information. Background image / design (minus art) by Charmean Neithart. | ![]() Glam.For a formal look, pair metallic furnishings with artwork that has metallic tones. Artwork: Rebound, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available from Decorazon Gallery. Email for purchasing information. Background image / interior design by Megan Winters. |
![]() Southwest Style.Try pairing a striped wool blanket with warm toned southwestern style artwork. Artwork: War Bonnet Wolf (from HEADS series), 36 by 36 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available—email for purchasing information. Background image / blanket from Garza Marfa. | ![]() Don't hang a pretty picture.Choose something meaningful and thought provoking for your home. Artwork: Oppenheimer, 48 by 36 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available—email for purchasing information. Interior (minus art) from Architectural Digest. | ![]() Dark colors add depth.Artwork: Tulip with Chalkhill Blue, 30 by 15 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available. Email for purchasing information. Background image / wallpaper from InnovationsUSA.com. |
![]() Repeat elements.Shapes in this abstract artwork mimic shapes in the furnishings. Interior design by Fairfax Dorn. Artwork by Lee Ufan. | ![]() Hang real art in the kid's room.Foster an appreciation for the arts in your children. Artwork: Toy Turtle, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available. Available. Email for purchasing information. Design (minus art) by Ginny Chase. Image from Apartment Therapy. | ![]() Brighten things up with yellow.Yellow goes beautifully with gray or beige and livens things up with a cheerful burst. Artwork: Foggy Plaid, 30 by 15 inches, Acrylic on paper. SOLD. Interior design (minus art) by Massucco Warner. |
![]() Create a garden.Bring the outdoors in with botanical artwork paired with fern wallpaper and plants for a garden oasis. Artwork: Fig Leaf, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available—email for purchasing information. Design, photo (minus art) by Barrie Benson, Ngoc Minh Ngo respectively. | ![]() Pair contemporary with antique.Pair a contemporary piece with an antique for a sophisticated look. Artwork: Sun Up, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. SOLD. Image (without art) from Garden Home & Party. | ![]() Lead the eye with diagonals.The diagonal lines in the landscape pick up the diagonals in the pillows and lights, animating the space. Artwork: Overlook, 36 by 48 inches, Acrylic on canvas. Available—email for purchasing information. Interior design (minus art) by Blair Harris. Photo by Jessica Glynn. |
![]() Hang a painting above the mantel.Don't put your TV in the focal point of the room. It creates a black hole. Choose something more engaging. Artwork: Blue Dog Tea Whistle. SOLD. Wallpaper from Juju Papers. | ![]() Beautify the end of a hallway.Place something special at the end of your hallway. Artwork: Cerulean Portal, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available. Email for purchasing information. Design (minus art) by Patrick Ahearn, Architect. | ![]() Create a theme.Phoenix (Acrylic on panel, 24 by 36 inches) is paired with a bird sculpture to create an ornithological theme. Design (without art) by Arent & Pyke. Photo (minus art) by Felix Forest. |
![]() Use metallics to add glamour.Dress things up with metallic furnishings and artwork. Artwork: Alternating Aubergine, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available from Decorazon Gallery. Email for purchasing information. Manipulated photo from House Beautiful, 2LG Studio. | ![]() Navy blue classic.Navy, beige, and white invoke a classic elegance. Artwork: Midnight Ikat, 24 by 18 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available—email for purchasing information. Design (minus art) by Sara Story. | ![]() Try dusty pink.Create a soft mood with dusty pink. Artwork: Desert Coral, 30 by 22 inches, Colored pencil on paper. Available—email for purchasing information. |
![]() Unify with color.Choose art that intrigues you, but also pay attention to color. The bronze & green in the artwork unifies the space. Artwork: Bronze Portal, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available. Email for purchasing information. Photo (minus art) by Nicole Franzen. | ![]() Think big.Use oversized work for big impact. Shinola Hotel, Detroit. Interior design by Gachot Studios. Tondo artwork by Nick Cave. Photo by Nicole Franzen. | ![]() Be a maximalist.Stand out from the crowd with a bold piece that stops people in their tracks. Artwork: Apis, Isis, and the Underworld, 30 by 96 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available—email for purchasing information. Furniture by Kelly Wearstler. |
![]() Hide the TV.Here is a clever way to hide your TV with a hinged painting. Artwork by Stuart Coleman Budd. Design by Pursley Dixon Architects. Photo by Annie Schlechter. | ![]() Create space to relax.Find artwork that exudes calm to create a retreat within your home. Artwork: Tranquil Beach, 30 by 40 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available—email for purchasing information. Photo (minus artwork) from 1stDibs.com. Interior design (minus art) by Hive LA Home. | ![]() Hang artwork in pairs.Instead of one large work, hang a pair of works to fill a horizontal space. Interior design (minus art) by De Sousa Hughes. Artworks: View with Red Maple & Woodland Thicket, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available—email for purchasing information. |
![]() Streamline.For a tailored look, choose work with minimal color and fuss. Artwork: Fern with Teal, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Framed. Available—email for purchasing information. Design (minus art) by De Sousa Hughes. | ![]() Add beauty to your bathroom.Yes, you can hang art in your bathroom. Artwork: Sea Whip, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic, colored pencil on paper. M.I.A. Lost by FedEx, 2023. Design (minus art) by Elizabeth Lawson. Image from MarthaStewart.com. Wallpaper by Kelly Wearstler. | ![]() Masculine BedroomCreate a masculine, tailored look with clean straight lines in artwork and furnishings. Artwork: Clover, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on black paper. Available from Decorazon Gallery, New York, NY. Design (minus art) by Shawn Henderson. |
![]() Stay neutral.For a minimal look, try black and white artwork and neutral furnishings. Artwork: Bear Market, 24 by 24 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available—email for purchasing information. Design (minus art) by Sonya Cotter. Wallpaper by Kelly Wearstler. | ![]() Create a focal point.Draw the eye to a focal point with strategic placement. Artwork: Three More Tulips, 24 by 24 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available—email for purchasing information. Interior design by One Kings Lane. | ![]() Create drama.Hang an oversized work to create height to dramatic effect. Room styling (minus artwork) by Ingredients Ldn. Artwork: White Oak, 96 by 60 inches, on canvas. Available—email for purchasing information. |
![]() Go big and lean.Create height with tall, oversized artwork and lean it against wall instead of hanging. Image from DesiretoInspire.net. Design by John deBastiani Interiors. | ![]() Consider stripes.The stripes in the artwork pick up the beams and wide bands in the chairs. Artwork: Marigold Damask, 24 by 18 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available —email for purchasing information. Interior design (minus art) by Salt Design Co. | ![]() Choose the right room.Hang art with imagery appropriate for the room. Artwork: Can Opener, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available. Email for purchasing information. Image (minus art) from Dwell Magazine. |
![]() Try navy blue and yellow.Blue and yellow make a clean, crisp color scheme. Artwork: Demilune Blue, Grid Blue Citron, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available through J Nunez Gallery, 973/232-6492. Interior design (minus art) by Marks and Franz. | ![]() Repeat motifs.Black and neutral stripes and circles in the throw pillows and furniture are repeated in the artwork. Artworks: Clover, Reversal, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available from Decorazon Gallery. Email for purchasing information. Design (minus art) by the One Kings Lane designers. | ![]() Use symmetry.Flank artwork with a pair of lamps or candlesticks for a pleasing sense of symmetry. Interior design (minus artwork) by One Kings Lane designers. Artwork: Bull Market. Available—email for purchasing information. |
![]() Dress things up.Add gold elements to dress up your space. Artwork: Istanbul Merge, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. In studio—email for purchasing information. Photo (minus art) by Victoria Pearson. | ![]() Pay attention to color.The calla lilies match the orange & green tones in this artwork, creating a warm inviting spot by the fire. Artwork: Autumn River, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available. Email for purchasing information. Image (minus art) from 1stDibs.com. Interior design (minus art) by Lisa Tharp Design, Boston, MA. | ![]() Be daring.Artwork: Tiger King, 36 by 36 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available—email for purchasing information. Background image, wallpaper from Kelly Wearstler. |
![]() Add power with red.Don't be afraid to use red to grab attention. Artwork: Black Rhino Bullet, 36 by 36 inches. Available—email for purchasing information. Background image and wallpaper from InnovationsUSA.com. | ![]() Stack smaller work.Prints by Nancy Noreth. Image from Juniper Print Shop. | ![]() Go gray.Use soft grays in artwork and furnishings for a serene look. Interior design (minus artwork) by Montse Garriga. Artwork: View with Red Maple, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available—email for purchasing information. |
![]() Layer.Add depth by layering artwork and accessories. Interior design by Thomas O'Brien. | ![]() Create a gallery wall.This gallery wall above the sofa adds depth and layers of interest to the room. Interior design by Rita Konig Studio. | ![]() Hang art in your stairwell.Add interest to your stairwell with some art that is best viewed up close—something subtle and detailed. Artwork: Tower, 30 by 22 inches, Etching. Email for information about my etchings. Interior design (minus art) by Gachot Studios. |
![]() Go minimal.Use only black & white in your furnishings and artwork for a sophisticated, minimal look. Photo (without artwork) by Nicole Franzen. Artwork: Reverse Carp, 22 by 30 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available. Email for purchasing information. | ![]() Add sculptural elements.Layer by hanging sculptural artwork with other textured decorative elements. Image from PUFIK Homes. | ![]() Go natural.The artwork picks up natural tones of wood and leather in the room. Artwork: Amber Fire Seed, 40 by 30 inches, Acrylic on panel. Available. Email for purchasing information. Interior design (minus artwork) by the designers at One Kings Lane. |
![]() Frame it.If art is too small for the wall, frame it by painting a section of contrasting color larger than the work. Artwork: Wine and Chocolate. Available—email for purchasing information. Interior design (minus art) by Tempo da Delicadeza. | ![]() Make a grid.Graphic works in the same size look great hung in a grid to fill the wall. Image from Southern Living Magazine. | ![]() Don't forget about lighting.Light your artwork! Flank with sconces as shown or use a picture light. Wireless picture lights are available on Amazon. Artwork: Kalahari Sun, 30 by 22 inches, Acrylic on paper. Available. Email for purchasing information. Photo with console table: Brabbu Design Forces. |
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