by Colleen White
Colleen is a photographer and graphic designer for . Along with taking awesome photos and printing them on square boards, she loves travel and gluten free food. Show her and PhotoSquared a little love (and get more inspiration) by following them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.
Imagine if you could turn your favorite smartphone photos into awesome wall art in less time than it takes you to make a cup of coffee.
Good news: you can – if you have the right apps on your phone. If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably been tinkering with the idea of a photo wall for far too long. You tell yourself that it will take too much time, that you have more important things to do – that you just don’t know how to make a cool looking wall art display.
Well, fear not! Not only do you have enough time, but creating stylish wall displays is surprisingly simple. All you need are smart tools and fun, easy DIY tips. Let’s get started!
Tip #1 – Pick a theme that is as unique as you are
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Now that you have the perfect app in hand, it’s time to pick a theme. Your wall art could be a special photo wall, a random collage, or a unique theme for each room. Sit down, think and plan; you will find it easier to sort through and choose the photos you want. Eye-catching layouts and stunning prints are no longer reserved for creative geniuses. Easy-to-order 3D photo squares will help you make just the right statement.
App you can use for this step: Homestyler
Tip #2 – Sift, Separate and Select the memories you want to share
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Now for the fun part. Sift through all your digital photos and albums that have been created over the years (so many memories!). If you haven’t yet put your photos in order, now might be a good time to do just that. Make separate albums for each theme or wall so they’re easier to access when you’re ready to print. After all, your most precious moments need time and care to be showcased properly.
App you can use for this step: Pinterest
Tip #3 – Find the perfect wall for your memories
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A randomly-chosen wall may not be the best place to display your photos. Have a discerning eye and choose a wall and room that works best for your theme. Make sure that the wall – which will serve as the focal point of the room with your wall art up – is the right color and painted well. If it looks old and tired, simply give it a fresh coat of paint!
App you can use for this step: MyPantone
Tip #4 – Sprinkle on some digital magic with tones and filters
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One great thing about technology, it makes life much more fun (and a whole lot easier). So while you may not be a professional photographer, you can still use your phone to take stunning photos and download apps to create the perfect tone for them. With the magic of filters, you can transform an ordinary photo into an extraordinary one in mere seconds. These tools are readily available – use them!
App you can use for this step: Snapseed
Tip #5 – Go frameless
It’s important to make sure that your frames don’t clash with the room’s décor. An easy way to do this is to opt for frameless prints with superior finishing. They go with any wall color, make great wall decorations, and blend in easily with every room. Apps likemake frameless wall art super chic with prints that come out in stylish 8×8” square photo boards. Print 4, gorgeous frameless photo squares for only $44 and then just $9 for each additional square. Great quality and affordable, too!
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Tip #6 – While you’re at it, why not make a collage?
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So you’re on a roll and having fun, too. Great! Why stop when you can take your best memories and turn them into a lively collage? Mix and match between regular prints, photo boards, mixed materials and collages to liven up your room even more. Showcase more memories for a fraction of the regular cost.
App you can use for this step: Pic Collage app
Tip #7 – Your memories should move and grow with you
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What if you had the freedom to move your memories, from wall-to-wall, room-to-room, even house-to-house? You can…and with no mess…ever! Choose apps and products that make hanging the pictures, once you get them, uncomplicated. PhotoSquared sends adhesive squares to hang the 8×8 photo boards. They attach and reattach without the use of nails. Rearrange to your heart’s content! And you can add on to your photo wall as new memories are made for a very reasonable price.
Beautiful wall art is a sight to savor. While it appeals to all, most of us find such a project daunting. But as you can see, there are smart and easy options that allow you to create eye-catching displays in virtually no time at all directly from your smartphone! From DIY photo classics to personalized gifts, the right app gives you limitless creative possibilities, all delivered straight to your home. Composing, printing, and displaying images has never been this easy!
what a great ide. thanks for the tip 🙂