# 4: The Art of Wall Styling: How to Display Nature Photography in Your Home
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Wall design is much more than just hanging pictures - it is an art that gives your room character and creates atmosphere. Nature photographs in particular offer a wonderful opportunity to transform your home into a harmonious and inspiring environment. They bring the beauty of nature directly into your home and can have a calming, creative or even dramatic effect. But how do you hang your nature photographs so that they have their full effect and integrate seamlessly into your room concept?
In this blog article, we will show you how to optimally stage your nature photographs and give your home an artistic atmosphere.
1. CHOOSING THE RIGHT MOTIV
Before you even think about where to hang your nature photographs, you should consider which motif best suits your room and the atmosphere you want to create. Choosing the motif is crucial because it sets the tone for the entire room:
Large, impressive nature photographs that have a certain presence are ideal here. Panoramic photos of landscapes , wide fields or mountains create a feeling of freedom and calm. You can use diptychs or triptychs for this. If you want more flexibility, you can also choose 3-part or bundle sets to tell a coherent story.
For the bedroom :
Calming nature images that include soft colors like blue, green, and soft yellow create a relaxing atmosphere. Photos of forests , lakes , or calming sky scenes promote a feeling of security and calm.
For the office or study :
Nature photographs of wide landscapes, but also detailed images of plants or natural structures (such as tree bark or rocks) can be inspiring. These images can help promote creativity and concentration.
So think about what emotions you want the motif to evoke and choose the image accordingly. You can also choose different formats to further influence the atmosphere.
2. THE RIGHT PLACEMENT – THE GOLDEN RATIO AND MORE
To properly showcase your nature photographs, you should master the art of placement. The positioning of the image is crucial to achieving a balanced and harmonious effect:
One of the classic rules in art is the "golden ratio," where the image is placed in such a way that it leads the viewer's eye to the important areas. This creates a natural balance and promotes visual harmony. The golden ratio can be achieved by placing the image slightly offset on the wall - not necessarily in the middle, but slightly to the side.
Hang at eye level :
Most pictures should be hung at eye level to get the most out of their effect. A good rule of thumb is to position the picture so that the center of the frame is about 145cm from the floor. This placement ensures that the picture looks good both when standing and sitting.
Several pictures in a row or on a wall :
If you hang several pictures, make sure that the distance between the pictures is even. This is especially true for 2-piece , 3-piece , 4-piece or bundle sets that are intended to have a greater impact together. A distance of 5 to 10 cm between the pictures ensures a harmonious and clearly structured look.
3. FRAME AND MATERIALS – THE RIGHT FRAME FOR THE PERFECT PICTURE
The frame of your nature photography plays just as important a role as the image itself. It can enhance or diminish the effect of the image. The right frame fits perfectly into your room concept without distracting from the photograph:
A simple, thin wooden frame or a simple metal frame in black or white works perfectly. These subtle frames let the picture speak for itself and create an elegant, unobtrusive atmosphere.
For classic or rustic rooms :
Wooden frames with a natural grain or antique, ornate frames can be ideal here. These frames complement the nature photographs and enhance the rustic or classic charm of the room.
For an elegant touch :
Gold or silver frames can instantly add a luxurious flair to a picture, especially if you want to incorporate large format nature photographs into your home.
The use of a passepartout can also highlight the image and give it additional space. However, make sure that the frame does not dominate the room and the image too much, but rather gently underlines the motif.
4. THE RIGHT WALL FOR YOUR NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY
The choice of wall on which you hang your nature photographs is also crucial to the effect. Consider which wall surfaces in your room are best suited to display the photography and create an artistic atmosphere:
Walls without much decoration offer an ideal place for larger nature photographs. These images can then draw all the attention and act as a central element in the room.
Hanging over furniture :
Another option is to place your nature photographs above large pieces of furniture such as the sofa, bed or desk. This creates a clear visual connection between the wall decoration and the piece of furniture. If you combine several pictures, make sure that they are not hung too high, but are positioned in a comfortable line of sight.
Use corners and niches :
Corners and smaller wall surfaces can also be used perfectly to create a small gallery with nature photographs. Here you can hang 2-piece sets or smaller pictures and create a cozy corner in your room.
5. INTEGRATION INTO YOUR ROOM CONCEPT
Nature photographs should fit seamlessly into your room concept and underline the overall atmosphere. The colors and theme of the nature photographs should harmonize with the rest of the furnishings:
Choose nature pictures whose colors match the color palette of the room. For bright, modern rooms, nature photographs in soft blue and green tones are suitable, as they exude calm and freshness. In darker, cozier rooms, pictures with warm, golden or red tones can refine the ambience.
Combination with other decorative elements :
Complement your nature photographs with suitable elements such as plants, carpets or cushions that pick up on the nature theme. These small details ensure that the wall design works together with the overall room design and creates a harmonious overall picture.
Now that you know the benefits of buying a digital nature photography and how to incorporate it into your home, there is one final step to turn your digital image into a real wall art. You have the choice of printing your image in different sizes and on high-quality materials such as canvas , Acrylic glass, aluminum dibond and many other options for printing.
We have partner printing services that will help you create your mural exactly the way you want it. Check out the printing options here and find out how you can get your picture printed!
Conclusion
The art of decorating your walls with nature photographs allows you to give your home an artistic and calming atmosphere. By choosing the right motifs, hanging the photos correctly, selecting the right frame and integrating the photographs well into your room concept, you can create a harmonious and inspiring ambience. Nature photographs not only bring beauty to your rooms, but also have a positive effect on your well-being by having a calming and refreshing effect.
Check out the diverse selection of digital nature photographs in our online shop today - from 2-piece sets to larger bundle sets, you'll find the perfect wall decoration for your home. Bring nature into your home and create an atmosphere you'll never want to miss again.