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I’ve written about wall galleries before, but as with all decorating (in my humble view) it bears a revisit…which is code for :: my wall gallery image file is bulging and I want to share with you, in case you’ve missed some of these beauties in your daily rounds of wonderful blog sites you enjoy visiting.
Here are some really wonderful wall galleries. The thing that’s always made this form of wall art a favorite of mine is the ability to create something that, as a whole, not only fills a space but adds interest and beauty to a room. The separate components of the gallery can be personal bits of art that you’ve collected or a great display of vintage botanics torn from an old book and framed in identical frames.
{Charlotte Moss, Lonny, October 2012}
I’d love the opportunity to have a look at the wonderful gallery of items in the Charlotte Moss office (above).
I love the symmetry above. It would appear the art may be botanical images but I’m not sure, either way, it creates such a serene setting for slumber, don’t you think?
The wall gallery above gives this black and white dining space such a punch…I really like the tailored look for the chairs and the fabric, very sophisticated.
The subject of the gallery above is ideal for the card file piece it accents.
This family gallery is wonderful, all black and white photographs and identical frames. I like how they used every inch of space, right down to the base at the foot of the stairs.
The above is a wonderful example of how interesting a wall gallery can be, it can be anything you collect or have interest in.
{Suzanne Kassler via Cote de Texas}
I hope you were able to glean some inspiration from these wall galleries, I sure have.
On a separate topic, I plan to drop posting to once a week through the end of the year. As some of you know, we have a wedding December 1st and then my favorite time of year, Christmas, will be looming. This will serve more than just time constraints for me as I’ve been struggling with creative topics. If you write a blog, I’m sure you understand. It’s been a bit of a dry patch for me lately. I do enjoy my blog and know I’ll recharge my batteries and come up with some fun ideas after a rest. I thoroughly enjoy you, my blog friends!
Note: Mr. B. will walk by when I’m reading a comment on the computer and he has noted that I have a grin on my face…it’s always a reflection of the pleasure meeting and chatting with so many of you in blog land provides me. It’s funny how you may have never met someone in person but you can feel a kindred spirit with blog friends and feel certain that you would be close friends if you lived in the same city. ♥
Have a delicious and relaxing Thanksgiving filled with family, friends and gratitude!
Phyllis Higgerson said:
I love this look, either in orderly rows and columns or the collection of varied sizes. Have a great week and happy Thanksgiving!
Phyllis
Karen B. said:
Phyllis,
Thank you. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend.
xo,
Karen
Victoria Elizabeth Barnes said:
You know? For all that I pin all your images, I never followed you to Pinterest. Nothing to do with you, I’m just never on there. I mean, I will pin stuff directly from a site, but I never actually go to Pinterest, (rabbit hole of time-loss).
But today, I clicked your “follow me on Pinterest button.” Holy geez, you have a lot of beautiful stuff! I’m a little afraid to actually open any of your boards. I may never come out. Plus, you are so organized! Me, I just stick everything in either “gorgeous interiors” or “gorgeous exteriors.”
Have a fantastic holiday. And? What? Ten days until the wedding? Can you even sleep at night?
Karen B. said:
I’m the same way, I visit Pinterest with extreme caution. I keep hoping it will still be around when I’m old and retired so I can give it some serious concentration. That said, I visited your boards and am following my favorites…I knew we had a lot in common, the craft board conveys my sentiment exactly!
10 days and counting and, NO, I am not sleeping. I’m praying the make up artist can paste some concealer under my eyes so the dark circles don’t show up in the pictures.
Have a delicious t-day.
Karen
beggingforattention said:
what a collection here! my pinterest file will be bursting.
pinterest is a dangerous activity, like an addict
xo
debra
Karen B. said:
Debra,
I’m with you, I’m now taking medication for my Pinterest addiction. LOL. Thanks for stopping by, hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day.
Karen
trouverlesoleil said:
Wonderful display of wall galleries 🙂 The botanical prints are so pretty.
Glad to hear you are prioritizing.. busy time ahead.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
xx
leslie
Karen B. said:
Leslie,
Thanks for your supportive words. Hopefully I’ll be ready for new ideas and topics come the new year. 🙂
Enjoy your holiday.
Karen
floridaysmom said:
Great fresh examples of gallery walls. I want that file cabinet, and the accents AND the gallery wall… All of it!!! I think gallery walls are THE way to showcase a group of art. Lets see.. I have one in my living room, family room, hall, and soon to be Colin’s room… I guess you could say I like me a gallery wall. Hope you, Mr. B and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving. I’ll miss your regular posts, but totally understand you limiting your posts for the month. Take care! Christina
Karen B. said:
Hi Christina,
I’m a big fan of galleries as well. Especially in a child’s room. Can’t wait to see what you create for Colin’s room.
Hope everyone has kicked the flu bug to the curb! Happy Thanksgiving.
Karen
designchic said:
I’m a huge fan of picture galleries. I love them in any way, but I tend to be use them in a very uniform way in my own home. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!
Karen B. said:
I love the symmetry that can be created with a wall gallery.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving, hope it’s delicious! 🙂
Karen
foodfashionandflow (@FoodfashinFlow) said:
This is such great inspiration. I always wonder how to arrange my photos in a way that wont make my decor look like its stuck in a time warp. Some of these ideas are great!
Karen B. said:
Hi,
Thanks for stopping by, so nice to meet you.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving.
Karen
Linda Coble said:
Karen,
Loved all the images of the wall galleries — especially the bedroom from Cote de Texas. I well remember my first pitiful attempt at one when I was living in the studio apartment on Balboa Island. I had some framed pictures and a big initial “L” (a la Mary Tyler Moore). I thought I was a decorating genius! I think I’ve learned a lot since then.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Linda
Karen B. said:
Linda,
Hey, that MaryTyler Moore look was the trend back then! You were, and still are a decorating talent!
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
xo,
Karen
French Kissed said:
Hi Karen,
Wall galleries are such a thing of beauty when well executed like these images…it takes real talent or a little luck and magic to get them just right. Hope you and the family had a wonderful Thanksgiving and I am sure you are all looking forward to the much anticipated wedding celebration. What I would give to be a little fly on the wall…with a camera of course!!! I know she will be a stunning bride and can only imagine that her vision will play out in a gorgeous symphony of style and creativity.
Karen B. said:
Hi Jermaine,
I agree, wall galleries are like a puzzle, sometimes they come together and other times, at the end of the project, you have several nail holes that need to be filled! 🙂
Karen
Mona Thompson said:
I’m a huge fan of gallery art walls as well…you’ve assembled some fabulous inspiration here. Good luck with the wedding and I hope you have a wonderful holiday season. Mona
Karen B. said:
Thanks, Mona!
Sharon @ Roses and Rust said:
I love a gallery wall and these are beautiful examples. It isn’t always the easiest thing to get right and can end up looking a but haphazard. (I Know) Best of luck for the wedding and have a wonderful festive season. x Sharon
Karen B. said:
Thanks, Sharon.
We’re really excited. This is our “baby” that is getting married. We’ll truly be empty nesters after this weekend! Hope to have some pictures to share in the new year.
Karen
debbylee said:
I will never ever get sick of wall galleries! One of my favorite looks. Instant character. xo
Karen B. said:
Debby,
They really are such a pretty addition to most rooms!
Karen
Stacey said:
I am in love with gallery walls too. Just did one in our downstairs family room. It is very orderly and all black and white. However, there’s a spot upstairs where I want to do one more like this:
http://kaseybuick.com/2011/04/sheet/
Karen B. said:
Hi Stacey,
I like the wall gallery over at Kasey Buick…it’s such a great family collection. Be sure to share when you get yours finished.
Karen
Whitney said:
Karen! So glad you found my blog, which led me to your blog. Perfect timing, a gallery wall has been on my to do list for way too long. Thanks for the inspiration! Looking forward to keeping in touch!
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