How to Style Your Gallery Wall
By Studio Liv Olsen – Fragments of Light Collection
What a Gallery Wall Really Is
A gallery wall is more than wall decor.
It’s a quiet composition — a story told through form, tone, and rhythm.
It adds depth and movement to a space, draws the eye, and turns any wall into a reflection of personality and calm intention.
Even in minimal or nature-inspired homes, a small selection of artworks can transform the atmosphere — from empty to curated, from random to harmonious.
You could think of it as a visual poem — one that keeps changing with light and time.
Why It Feels So Good
Our eyes respond to harmony; our minds to balance.
When artworks are arranged with rhythm — whether symmetrical or intuitive — something inside us softens.
A gallery wall gives structure without stiffness.
It bridges order and emotion, design and presence.
Visually, it anchors a space — behind a sofa, along a staircase, or above a console table.
It connects furniture and wall — and you, to your home.
Art on the wall isn’t decoration. It’s atmosphere.
Choose the Mood
Before you begin, take a moment to feel the mood you want to create:
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Calm & Grounded: soft earthy tones, generous white space.
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Playful & Eclectic: mix sizes, frames, and colors — let intuition lead.
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Modern & Minimal: equal spacing, clean lines, and a neutral palette.
The Fragments of Light collection works beautifully in calm, nature-based interiors — with gentle light, subtle contrasts, and a quiet sense of depth.
Tip: Let the artwork breathe — space is part of the composition.
Layouts That Work
• The Grid
Even spacing, identical frames — 3×3 or 4×4.
Perfect for those who love order and clarity.
Beautiful in modern or Scandinavian homes.
• The Line
Two or three pieces aligned horizontally — like a visual horizon.
Ideal above sofas, sideboards, or beds.
• The Pair (Diptych)
Two works side by side — quiet, balanced, elegant.
A subtle focal point that calms a room.
• The Cluster
Odd numbers, different sizes — spontaneous but cohesive.
Lovely in living rooms, hallways, or stairways.
Tip: Plan your wall first using painter’s tape or paper cutouts.
This helps you see proportions, test combinations, and adjust before hanging.
Start with one larger piece at the center — it gives your wall balance and focus.
Take your time.
Let the arrangement settle.
Watch it in daylight and evening light — notice how the space changes with every shade.
Mix & Match — or Keep It Cohesive
Don’t be afraid to mix.
A gallery wall is meant to feel alive.
Photographs beside prints, vertical next to horizontal formats, oak or black frames — everything is allowed as long as it feels connected.
Find one unifying element:
a shared color palette,
a repeating line or tone,
or simply a mood that ties everything together — stillness, nature, movement.
If it feels right to you, it probably is.
Step Back and Feel
When everything is in place, take a step back.
Look at the wall in daylight, at dusk, and under warm evening light.
Light changes art — and art changes light.
A gallery wall is never final.
It can grow, shift, evolve — just as you do.
It’s a quiet way to let your home grow with you.
Styling Notes
– Keep about 2–3 inches (5–7 cm) between frames.
– Plan first with tape or paper templates to keep balance and clarity.
– Center your arrangement at eye level (around 57 in / 145 cm).
– Odd numbers feel more natural than even.
– One larger piece anchors the wall and creates focus.
– Varying sizes add rhythm and depth.
– Observe how the light changes throughout the day — it changes the mood of your wall, too.
Closing Note
Discover the Fragments of Light prints — created to bring balance, texture, and quiet depth into your home.