Size Guidelines

Whether you're decorating a cozy nook or filling a large feature wall, finding the right size for your artwork is essential to creating balance and visual impact in your space. This guide will help you choose the perfect dimensions for your photos or art pieces, ensuring they complement your room’s layout and furniture beautifully

Medium Format Options

  • 8x10 inches represents a popular middle-ground
    option that's perfect for framing and displaying on walls. 
  • 11x14 inches works well for highlighting special moments and is perfect for creating a focal point in a room. This size bridges the gap between smaller prints and large statement pieces.
  • 12x18 inches is ideal for panoramic shots and landscape photography, providing a stunning visual experience. This format works particularly well for wide-angle compositions.
  • 18x24 inches falls into the large print category
    and is closest to a 3:4 aspect ratio, making it suitable for dramatic wall displays.

Large Format Prints

  • 16x20 inches is perfect for high-impact wall art and works excellently for showcasing favorite photos in a prominent way. This size creates a strong visual presence without overwhelming most spaces.
  • 20x30 inches is ideal for creating a dramatic effect and works perfectly for large spaces or as a standout piece in a gallery wall. This size commands attention and serves as an excellent focal point.
  • 24x36 inches represents an extra-large print option that creates maximum visual impact. This oversized format is perfect when you want to fill or decorate a large wall space with a single piece.

Size Guidelines for Wall Placement

  • Above furniture: For prints above a couch, a good rule of thumb is to make the frame approximately half the width of your couch. For a 56-inch couch, a 24x16 or 30x20 mounted print works well as a standalone piece.
  • Standalone wall art: When displaying a single piece on a large wall, don't be afraid to go bigger than you initially think. A 30x40 inch print often works better than smaller sizes that can get lost on expansive walls.
  • Gallery walls: Multiple smaller pieces can work together, with the entire collection expanding over the furniture width, allowing more breathing room between individual artworks.

Important Considerations

  • Avoid small sizes for walls: Prints like 5x7 and 8x10 are typically considered too small for wall display and work better on desks or tables. For wall mounting, bigger is generally better to ensure the artwork doesn't get lost in the space.
  • Oversized options: Wall art sizes of 24 inches and up in width and 36 inches and up in height fall into the oversized category, perfect for commanding attention in large spaces.

The key is to choose a size that complements your wall space and viewing distance, with larger formats generally providing more dramatic impact for decorative wall display.