In November, ‘Circle of Five Art’ the exhibition group I am part of had its first exhibition at the Milk Factory Gallery Exhibition Space in Bowral.
Circle of Five is made up of 5 artists all with very diverse styles of work, so the big question in planning the exhibition was how to hang the work?
The aim of the exhibition was to introduce the group as well as the individual artists. There were a number of options; a section for each artist; a mixture of small groups of work or mix them up completely. This latter approach is the one we chose and is often referred to as a ‘salon’ hang.
It worked well with the diverse styles and the large proportion of smaller works. It is also an excellent option to consider for hanging art in your home!
You can combine work you love, originals or prints or posters to create a unique wall of art. You can build on your collection over time as your budget allows. It is ideal for combining works of various sizes especially smaller works that can look lost on their own. ….
Here are some combinations that might inspire you to consider a salon hang and maybe adding to your collection …..
If you decide to venture down this path the the following tips might help….
Choose art you love in whatever form you can afford … it will reward you with joy many times over.
Mix it up … you can include original paintings, prints, sketches and other works on paper, photography, embroidery, maps … anything you enjoy looking at! Your Salon Hang wall can include a wide diversity of works just as our exhibition does.
Choose one or more larger pieces to anchor your hang. These are the most impactful pieces and it is good to choose their placement first - and then you can fill in around them.
Take your time …. start with a few pieces you love and add to it.
From a practical point of view … here is a link to a great article about how to get it right! and you will find many more on the internet …..
https://www.artshub.com.au/news/career-advice/how-to-get-a-salon-hang
As 2022 draws to a close I want to thank you for being here this year and taking the time to read my Art Journal and follow my art journey.
The move to exhibiting with Circle of Five Art has been an exciting step forward and will lead to many new opportunities in the years ahead!
I wish you all a safe, happy and peaceful Festive Season …. CC
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