Home Is Where the Art Is: Decorating with Your Own Paintings

There’s something incredibly satisfying about hanging your own painting on the wall. It’s like high-fiving your creative self and saying, “Yeah, I made that.”
Whether you're a seasoned artist or you just recently dabbled with acrylics during a “wine and paint” night (no judgment, we’ve all been there), your artwork has a place in your home—and it deserves to be celebrated.

Decorating with your own paintings adds a deeply personal touch that no store-bought print can compete with. Sure, that mass-produced canvas of a misty forest is nice, but does it tell the story of your late-night painting session fueled by inspiration and two cups of strong coffee? Didn’t think so.
Where to Start?
Pick a piece that you love—yes, love. Not the one you’re “meh” about or the one your cat stepped on (unless that’s part of the charm). Choose something that makes you feel something when you look at it. That’s what art should do.
Frame It Like You Mean It
You don’t need to spend a fortune, but the right frame can make your painting go from “DIY project” to “gallery-worthy.” Floating frames, minimal wooden borders, even vintage frames from a thrift store can elevate your piece. Plus, it gives people the illusion that you totally know what you’re doing.
Placement Is Everything
Center it above a couch, create a gallery wall with other works, or make it the surprise gem in a hallway or nook. Seeing your own creation in a space you live in can be an empowering reminder that you’re more creative than you give yourself credit for.
Mix It Up
Don't be afraid to decorate with art in unexpected places. Bathrooms? Yes. Kitchens? Absolutely. Laundry room? Why not—your socks deserve culture, too.
The best part? There are no rules. Your art, your space. You made something, and now it lives in your home. That’s pretty amazing.
So go ahead, hang it up. Let your walls brag about your creativity. And if anyone asks who the artist is, just smile and say, “Oh, it’s someone very exclusive.”