As an artist I am always exploring new ideas from painting techniques, mediums, subject matter and even different ways in which to display artwork.
Lately, I have been creating encaustic works on beautiful handmade Japanese paper. These small encaustics are delicate and a traditional frame overwhelms them.
So, I’ve decided to float them off the wall without a frame. Here’s how I did it…
I used 4 duplex nails for each individual piece of art. The duplex nails have double head which prevent them from being driven flush. This leaves about 1/4 reveal that is perfect for floating the paper off the wall.
Then I used 4 Rare Earth Magnets to float the encaustic paper artwork off the wall.
That’s it! Look how great they looked…and, most of the artwork sold right away! You can see more of my paintings at LoriMcNee.com.
Let me know if you have any other great ways to display artwork!
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An inspired idea. I love it.
I use those magnets to hold miniatures to my drawing board, but I hadn’t dreamt of using them for display. And the nails … Wow!
Lori,
That looks wonderful. I’m confused though. Are the nails being driven into the wall?
Thanks,
Pat
Yes, Pat. You can either use the nails in the wall, or screws. I hope this answered your question 🙂
oh fantastic! I can why your pieces sold, not only are they beautifully created but the hanging method is fabulous with these pieces!
… but … people are going to buy them, then take them home and have them framed in order to hang them … which sort of defeats your puirpose … what about mounting them in a more permanent manner, on a board of some sort, with proper equipent for hanging … then the pieces are easier to transport, for one thing, and you know what they will look like when hanging on the buyers’ walls … just a thought …
Sharon has already written what I was thinking. They do look lovely mounted like this but it’s not a long-term solution is it?
I had the same thought, Sharon.
This is really smart!
Thank you so much for this post! I create almost all of my work on paper, and much of the work is quite delicate and sensitive – easily overwhelmed by a large frame. As my finances would be at this point… This will be such an excellent way for me to display my work in less formal environments (cafes and such).
Hello Jacks, I am embarrassed by my belated reply on your comment. Thank you! I’m happy my tip helped you.