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Pairing Art with Our Entryway Wallpaper

April 11, 2018

Nearly three years later and I think I have our small entryway wrapped up. I might not win any awards for speed, but sometimes getting things “right” is worth the wait. I (well, mostly my dad) wallpapered our entry early on and while I love all of the pattern, finding artwork has taken some time.

pairing art with entryway wallpaper

 

This is the little wall that’s been in limbo. It’s literally the first thing you see when you come to our front door. (I’m sure the pizza man has been worried about it on his weekly visits.) Although it’s a tiny space, there’s a lot to consider: the trellis pattern,  the silhouettes leading up the stairs, the patterned stair runner and the fact that you can see three other rooms from this spot.

entryway trellis wallpaper

 

I finally decided on this red and pink abstract from Minted that doesn’t compete with everything else while still tying it all together:

abstract-art-entryway-styling

 

 

By the way, Minted continues to be one of my go-to sources for art. I love that you can find unique pieces from independent artists all over the world. You won’t find work that you see in mass production everywhere else.

 

 

A few tips for pairing artwork with patterned wallpaper. . .

White space is your friend. It helps to break up the patterns visually so that the art and paper aren’t in competition. Minted offers both matted and unmatted framing options. (Since I needed a very specific size for this wall, I ended up ordering just the print and framing it myself. So nice to also have that option in lots of sizes!)

minted-artwork

Abstract art works well with a busy geometric wallpaper since the patterns “flow” differently.

I like to keep the frame simple. Often a sleek, modern frame will work best. A more ornate design adds another element to what may already be a busy space. (Minted now offers extra thin, matte speciality frames and non reflective UV plexiglass options.)

entryway-art-styling

 

Row 1:  Garden Lush  //  Lula  //  Rambo Relay Navy

Row 2:  3 Bottles  //  Orange Rush  //  Study 33

Row 3:  ode to rothko  //  Magnetic Field 1  //  Ananas

Row 4:  Farenheit  //  Composition 2  //  Big Egg

 

I’m working on editing more pictures with different angles so you can see how this space all works together. I’ll source everything for you next week, too. :)

 

Thanks to Minted for sponsoring this post.

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Filed Under: #EACstyle, accessories, artwork, foyers, our home, Simple Design Ideas Tagged With: art, colonial, entryway, wallpaper

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  1. Jody says

    April 11, 2018 at 12:33 pm

    Your foyer looks great!! I love how it ties into your office. That is a struggle for me. (Tying rooms together) I have number 2 in Black with white matte and frame in my bathroom against a thick stripe wallpaper. Love this post and so glad I might be on the right track!

    Reply
    • Emily Clark says

      April 12, 2018 at 9:51 am

      I’m sure you are. ;)

      Reply
  2. Crystal says

    April 11, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    Love the art, it’s perfect there! Thanks for the list of additional options you love too!!

    Random question, can you share the source for the honeycomb (maybe not correct descriptor) light in the room you can see in th 4th picture?

    Thanks so much!!

    Reply
    • Emily Clark says

      April 12, 2018 at 9:51 am

      Thanks! It’s the Knox Pendant from Worlds Away.

      Reply
  3. Sara says

    April 11, 2018 at 2:55 pm

    Are you afraid of nail holes in your wallpaper? I want to do some wallpaper but I know I will be afraid to hang anything up. Do you have any tips or tricks?

    Reply
  4. Becky says

    April 11, 2018 at 3:14 pm

    Although I’m not generally a big fan of abstract art, I think you nailed it here. This piece looks perfect with your wallpaper! It really does pay to take your time and find the perfect piece. Very nice.

    Reply
  5. Jennifer Griffin says

    April 11, 2018 at 8:17 pm

    Perfect choice! I’m loving red and pink together right now and think your print makes such a dramatic statement. Pretty!

    Reply
  6. Kathryn Wilkerson says

    April 11, 2018 at 8:40 pm

    I love your art choice! (Big surprise. :-)) Also, what rug is that in your office? We are about to replace the one in our living room. I’m thinking that’s the style I want. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Emily Clark says

      April 12, 2018 at 9:46 am

      It’s the Pottery Barn one that we had in the living room for several years:

      https://emilyaclark.com/2016/09/long-term-love-our-jute-rug.html

      Reply
  7. Mary says

    April 11, 2018 at 10:29 pm

    I never would have thought to hang an abstract. Only you, Emily. Only you.

    Reply
  8. Claire says

    August 31, 2018 at 10:25 pm

    What is the paint color you used going up the stairs? I thought I read it in your post earlier, but having trouble finding it. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Emily Clark says

      September 5, 2018 at 3:55 pm

      It’s Pure White by Sherwin Williams.

      Reply
  9. Tiffany Vanderstine says

    September 5, 2021 at 9:36 am

    Hi, where is the wall paper from? Is it black and white or navy?

    Reply
    • Emily Clark says

      September 6, 2021 at 10:59 am

      It’s the trellis paper from York Wallcoverings in navy.

      Reply

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