Try These Tips for Affordable Artwork

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(1) Small mirrors placed in a series provide an affordable alternative to traditional artwork. (2) Framed black-and-white photography can add interest without breaking the bank.

Photos courtesy Design Recipes

Try These Tips For Affordable Artwork

By Cathy Hobbs

Artwork doesn’t have to be expensive to look expensive. Designers use a number of tricks to create interesting and original artwork without breaking the bank. Here are some tips for adding artwork to your decor on a budget. • Consider mirrors. In many instances, mirrors can be an affordable solution. Small mirrors placed in a series or grouping can be a creative and attractive display.

Mismatched affordable framed prints add interest at a minimal cost in this kitchen area. Photo courtesy Design Recipes

Two nearly identical pieces of art create a diptych in this dining area. Photo courtesy Interiors

• Mix and match. Whether using frames and prints of different shapes and sizes or placing two mismatched pieces of art side by side, mixing it up can create interest. • Use identical pieces of art to create a diptych or triptych. This is a common design trick of interior designers to create the illusion of art in a series.

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Artwork made of pure white, an often overlooked color, adds a modern edge. Photo courtesy Design Recipes

• Use black and white. Black and white are often forgotten colors. If you are looking for a modern and minimal look, consider black-and-white or even all-white artwork. • Frame posters, postcards, small prints, or even wrapping paper for colorful art solutions for a children’s room or bathroom. • Go frameless. Frameless or gallery wrapped artwork is an affordable alternative. • Go DIY. Making your own art can be both affordable and fun. Consider framing treasured mementos or have fun with paint.

Frameless or gallery-wrapped pieces of art in orange and turquoise create a fresh and affordable look in this home office. Photo courtesy Design Recipes

Cathy Hobbs, based in New York City, is an Emmy Award-winning television host and a nationally known interior design and home staging expert with offices in New York City, Boston and Washington, D.C.

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