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Choosing the Right Print Size

Artwork should fit the wall—not just the frame you happen to find. A print that looks large in your hands can feel surprisingly small once it is hanging above a sofa, bed, or wide piece of furniture.

Visual comparison of common wall-art sizes displayed above a sofa
Use furniture and wall width as the scale for your artwork.

A practical starting point

  • Desk or shelf: smaller gift prints and framed portraits work well at close viewing distance.
  • Small wall: one medium print or a compact grouping adds presence without crowding the space.
  • Above a sofa or bed: choose a larger statement piece or a gallery whose total width relates to the furniture below it.
  • Large open wall: use a substantial canvas, metal print, or multi-image arrangement so the photograph does not disappear.

If you are unsure, send a straight-on photo of the wall with approximate measurements. We can discuss a size and format that makes sense for the room.