Does anyone collect art? What is hanging on your wall?

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So I have been asked to help hang a painting = 110cm x 85cm.
It is framed and heavier than I expected. It has a taught nylon string straight across the back with some brown tape.
Not being an art expert what hanging system do you all use / what do you recommend. This has a wooden frame so would be easy to change. At home I use wire and I recall one picture I put up has a locking system / two metal plates (which were a pig to drill and line up) … but it is not falling off when the string breaks ;0)
 
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I use metal twisted picture wire, which I attach to 1cm screw in picture frame hooks (see photo) into the frame



and then nail or screw ‘picture hooks’ (see EBay) for the correct strength of hook.
 
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I was thinking to try the French cleat or something similar. It looks sturdy and this picture will hang above a stairway so a long drop if anything breaks (hence why they asked for help).
Anyone used this type of thing?
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Solved…. I think … not exactly the same but I have gone for a keyhole bracket system… will see how that works out.
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Is that for that beautiful painting you had restored? Hey fellows: I thought I was replying to PM from Omegafanman…

Anyway… cleaning out the garage today and found an old pencil drawing that I must have done in the 80s. The porcupine looks like he’s got an attitude. I found this in an old USGP magazine also… The Ferrari card looks nice… maybe a candidate for a cheap 5 x 8 frame…
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On my wall, I've got a mix of pieces from local artists and some prints I found online. I'm a big fan of abstract art - there's something about those vibrant colors and intriguing shapes that just draws me in. I came across an amazing abstract piece at https://www.artworks.ae/Abstract-Wall-Art that really spoke to me. It's now the centerpiece of my collection, and I can't stop staring at it!
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My wife is an artist, so we have lots of conversation pieces in the home. Recently, it's a lot of work using human hair:



My son remains obsessed with dinosaurs and Godzilla, so there's lots of this kind of art up:



I have a whole boatload of metal and punk concert screenprints that I want to put up again but decided to put them in storage to free up room for my kid's artwork.
 
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Hi everyone,
I love seeing what others choose to hang in their spaces - it always sparks new ideas for me! Right now, my walls are a bit of a mix: I’ve got a couple of thrifted vintage travel posters, a few minimalist digital prints from artists I follow, and a framed botanical watercolor that belonged to my grandma.
Recently, I decided to refresh my walls and, since handmade reproductions were a bit out of my budget, I went for a more affordable option - canvas prints from WikiArt Store. One of my favorites is “The Brook” by Henri Biva - the soft greens and detailed reflections really add depth and calm to the room. I also picked “Silence” by Odilon Redon for my reading corner; its dreamy, symbolic vibe fits perfectly there. In the hallway, I went with “Still Life with Lemons and Oranges” by Luis Meléndez the colors are so vibrant, it instantly brightens the space.
I haven’t ordered any large statement pieces yet, but I’m considering getting a bigger canvas soon. So far, I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the quality the texture, color accuracy, and overall look feel premium, especially for the price. It definitely doesn’t come across as generic decor.
Has anyone else ordered prints or canvases from WikiArt Store? I’d love to hear how they compare to pieces from local galleries or other online shops in terms of color, texture, and overall vibe.
 
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My latest acquisition. It is quite large and sits above my desk in the study. The birds (and the gum tree) are local.

 
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why bother with the white line, I say? - Yves Klein didnt...

 
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Just getting back to real paintings for a moment …

… this is a French seascape I bought on Portobello Road market and had reframed. I’ve no idea where it was actually painted but it just reminded me of every beach I’ve ever stood on in England and looked out to sea.

My second recent acquisition was a birthday present from Mrs Spruce and my girls for my birthday earlier this year. I have actually walked past (and on) this viaduct on Hampstead Heath many times.