The 57 inch standard is based on the average eye height of an adult and is the rule used to determine how high to hang pictures in museums and galleries.
Hang a wall of photos.
Instructions for hanging photo collage 1.
Make sure they are in the same tone family.
Pick a variety of photos from family to fido to decorate your wall with.
To display your photos in a fun and different way make a collage of colorful photos on your computer.
I know every one of you has hung a picture using a simple brad nail.
This reflects the standard eye height of the average person and is used as a standard in most art galleries and museums.
Lay each piece on the floor in front of your empty wall leaving at least 2 to 3 inches between each frame on all sides.
If you re hanging multiple pieces of artwork you need to figure out how they ll work together.
Hanging a picture without nails is only recommended for smaller and lighter frames.
The saliva will leave a light mark for placing a nail.
If you want to hang a group of pictures for a gallery wall hang the center of the grouping at 57 inches.
The golden rule of hanging a picture is to have the center of the photo be at 57 inches.
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If they look crooked cheat just a bit so they look straight even if they re not.
On your wall.
Once you ve decided where you want to hang a picture make a mark on the wall in pencil on pieces of masking tape if you wish for each hook.
With groupings the largest frame is usually best in the center or at the center bottom.
5 favorite picture hanging tricks 1.
Press your knuckle against the wall when the picture is exactly where you want it.
Gather all the art you want to use in the collage.
Use adhesive strips and utility hooks designed to hold the size of your frame.
If a room has a slightly sloping floor or ceiling start by hanging the pictures level.
Print out your photos on one sheet of paper and hang them up for all to see.
Don t use nails well not just nails.
Get an approximate weight of the picture you re trying to hang.
Trace each piece of art onto white gift tissue paper grocery bags packing paper or even printer paper taped.
Clean the surface of your wall with a 1 1 solution of water and rubbing.
In order to hang your picture in accordance with 57 inches you ll need to measure 57 inches on the wall and lightly mark with a pencil.
Use the level to make sure the marks are at the same height.
Here s how to hang pictures quickly and easily.
Lick your middle knuckle and grab the hanger on the back of the picture with the wet finger.