Styling & Framing your Artwork

Collecting art is a personal, considered experience. How you display a piece in your home or workspace shapes the way it is experienced and enjoyed. This guide offers thoughtful guidance for styling and framing both original paintings and fine art prints, helping your artwork settle naturally into your surroundings.

Framing Originals and Prints

Original Paintings

Original artworks are often displayed without glass, allowing the texture and brushwork to be fully appreciated. Floating frames, simple timber frames, or bespoke framing solutions can complement the work without overwhelming it. Painted edges allow originals to be hung unframed, giving flexibility and a relaxed elegance.

Fine Art Prints

Prints are best protected behind glass or acrylic. Standard frame sizes have been chosen to make framing straightforward, while archival mats and glazing protect the artwork from dust, sunlight, and handling. Neutral tones or natural timber frames complement the warmth and colour of Terri Madden’s work.

Tips for Both Originals and Prints:

  • Keep framing simple to allow the artwork to take centre stage
  • Consider matting to create space and focus around the piece
  • Professional framing using archival materials preserves longevity

Placement in the Home

  • Light: Choose locations with indirect or gentle light. This enhances colour and texture while avoiding fading over time.
  • Scale: Hang artwork so that the centre sits at eye level or above key furniture pieces. Proportion is key to balance and presence.
  • Groupings: Prints and originals can be styled individually or as part of a gallery wall. Allow each piece space to breathe while creating cohesion in colour or theme.
  • Flow: Consider the rhythm of your rooms. Artwork should feel integrated, not forced.

Styling with intention

Artwork does not need to “match” a room perfectly. Instead, let pieces bring warmth, contrast, or quiet energy into your space.

  • Layer with personal items, books, or objects that hold meaning
  • Allow for visual breathing space so each artwork can be appreciated
  • Trust your instinct. A piece that speaks to you will always feel right in its place

This approach ensures your collection grows organically and reflects your lifestyle rather than trends.

Your collection is an evolving story. How you frame and style each piece should reflect your home, life, and instinct. For personalised guidance or questions, you are always welcome to contact the studio.

Care reminder

  • Keep prints and originals out of direct sunlight
  • Avoid areas of high humidity
  • Handle artworks carefully, especially when unframed
  • Clean glass with a soft cloth and avoid chemical sprays on artwork
  • Professional framing for both prints and originals is recommended for longevity

For full care instructions, see our Print Care & Maintenance section.