Industrial-Chic Art Displays

Bulldog Clips
Inspiration We first saw this industrial-chic clip technique used at a Columbia College gallery display of Bird Machine posters.
How to Make a pencil mark on the wall at each corner of the poster, so you know where to hammer the nails. Nail through the center of four bulldog clips (one at every corner) and hang the poster (buck naked or mounted on matte board) against the wall. If you want to create a sense of depth, wrap one end of clear fishing wire around a nail and loop the other end through the hole in the bulldog clip so the poster hangs freely a few inches from the wall. (If your poster rolls up, add weights to the bottom of the paper.) Vary the lengths of the fishing wire with a group of prints for visual variety.

Clipboards
Inspiration Being a magazine fiend sometimes pays off. We were inspired by photographs of the studio of Scandinavian artist Lotta Jansdotter in out-of-print mag Blueprint (it’s still online, though: blogs1.marthastewart.com/blueprint), which showed the artist using about a dozen clipboards on her wall to organize her ideas.
How to Simply nail through the center of the clipboards onto the wall, then post a few of your favorite postcards and small prints on each board.

Plexiglas and foam board
Inspiration The combination of scant funds and scores of work forces art students to get creative with their showcasing techniques. As a result, the frame-free Plexiglas approach has popped up at university galleries around town.
How to Blick Art Materials (42 S State St, 312-920-0300) has everything you need for this DIY framing job. Slide your print between a piece of foam board ($2–$4) and precut Plexiglas ($2–$20). Adhere the unit to the wall using either L-shaped nails ($10 for a box of 100) or Frameless Swiss Corner Clips (starting at $10), which, unlike the basic nail and hammer method, securely bind the foam and Plexiglas together with clips before you hang the piece on the wall.

Of course you can always call us....we can help you choose artwork, framing, help you install your artwork, rotate your art every 3 to 6 months and more!  We work with clients throughout the US and offer a complimentary initial visit.  Call us at (888) 440-9260 or visit our website: www.artrentandlease.com for details.

For the complete article courtesy of TimeOutChicago: http://timeoutchicago.com/shopping-style/home-design/55513/hang-art-without-a-frame

Do More With Less - Art Doesn't Have to be Expensive

Art doesn't have to be expensive.  The economy has forced firms to do more with less and we can help when it comes to filling your empty walls with artwork.  For just a few dollars per day we can place original paintings and sculpture in your common areas....really.  We can also stretch that thin budget with framed prints and photography - just give us a call at (888) 440-9260 for more information.  Our consultants are located throughout the US and specialize in art consulting, framing, art installation, shipping and best of all, helping you make your selection within your budget - quickly and easily!

Help! I need Art, Furniture & a Rug NOW

Help!  A new client called and needed artwork, furniture and an area rug in their building lobby for the grand opening - in two weeks, O.K., and the budget wasn't huge - $250 per month.  Here's the result:

Thanks to our fabulous designer and art consultant Betsy Ingram and our fantastic suppliers, we were able to provide and install beautiful Italian leather oversized chairs, an oval wood and glass coffee table, three framed paintings and a stunning contemporary wool rug below budget and within the time frame needed.

If your space needs a facelift, re-framing, to fill empty walls or if you have an event coming up, let us know.  Our designers and consultants are located throughout the US and can help you with budget, selection, delivery & installation quickly and inexpensively.  Free initial consultation, call us at (888) 440-9260 x710.

Nostalgic Vintage Art Styles

Vintage art is a style that is nostalgic, comforting and wildly popular. Subjects ranges from cinema, automobiles, comic books, factories, airplanes, pin-up models and lots more - bringing a sense of the past into the present.

If vintage art is the right selection for your home or office, work carefully with your art consultant to frame and exhibit the piece in such a way that the vintage work fits your style and personality.  Originals can increase substantially in value over time, so always use quality matting and framing, along with museum-quality glass to enhance and protect your art.

A great place to find vintage art is through galleries that specialize in vintage artwork, antique dealers and your local art consultant.  Do your homework when selecting vintage art to make sure you're getting what you think - if you're paying $10 for a poster, chances are it's not original.  If you're paying hundreds or thousands, verify it's authenticity and provenance with the seller before you buy.

Art Styles for Art in the Workplace: Traditional and Fine Arts

Fine art is the classification of paintings, sculptures, photography or even prints that subscribe to the very traditional rules of artistry. Another way to put it is that artists who work in the fine arts do not color outside of the lines. Fine art refers to the tradition of the process not the quality of the artwork.

Traditional paintings are generally oil or watercolor and would most likely include impressionists, still life's, painted portraits and historical events. It is generally historical in nature. Original paintings are extremely rare and exorbitantly expensive so a reproduction is more likely to appear in anywhere other than an art museum. It is crucial that the reproduction, framing and installation be of the highest quality and workmanship. Save the reproduction posters for the dorm room or early apartment. Click here to learn more about fine art at http://www.wikipedia.com/

Traditional art fits well in a professional office building, professional office, or upscale hotel. The piece will give a strong sense of tradition, safety and security.  To find the perfect traditional piece for your office, work with your art consultant. She will work within your price range to provide the very art that speaks your corporate message.

For a free consultation on fine art for your home or office, contact us at (888) 440-9260 x710 and visit our website at: http://www.artrentandlease.com/ - we offer a variety of styles of artwork from artists throughout the US, including eco-friendly, sustainable artwork.