Wednesday, January 28, 2015

The Popularity Of Metal Wall Sculpture

By Janine Hughes


When the walls of a room are empty, it tends to look unfinished. A metal wall sculpture is one way of enhancing walls that has become very popular today. There are a great many different sizes, shapes and styles on offer, particularly from online stores. They provide a way of adding a focal point in a space that makes it special.

One of the most popular metals used by artists is aluminum. There are many types and artists even use aircraft grade which is a very high quality. Many other metals are used too such as iron, steel, copper and brass. All of these metals have different qualities that suit different applications. Some copper sculptures used on garden walls may be specifically chosen for the beautiful patina that they get with age.

The mounting of such sculptures is important. The hardware used for mounting needs to be strong enough as they can be quite heavy. If not mounted properly, they may be unstable. Brackets are commonly used but for lighter pieces, a hook may be sufficient. Instructions may be given with the piece.

Subject matter is drawn from many sources. Beauty is brought into the home with images of nature like trees, flowers, birds and insects. Sea creatures like fishes, dolphins, whales and turtles swim across walls adding whimsy and fun. Musical instruments stir musicians to pick up their instruments, and words touch hearts. Coffee cups with steam curling out of them make a coffee nook warm and inviting.

Many contemporary abstract pieces are visually stunning with beautiful colors and textures. They help to create excitement on walls and look particularly impressive when the elements flow over a number of large panels. They help to add dimension and depth to a space and are particularly effective in large rooms and entrance halls of commercial buildings.

The taste of a person always comes into play when choosing art. Modern and funky, conservative, ultra modern and elegant tastes are all catered for in stores. A beautifully sculpted bowl of flowers adds elegance to any space. Sea creatures like fish, turtles and dolphins are appreciated by those who live in beach houses. Some of the abstract, ultra modern pieces today are very inspiring to those who live in contemporary styled homes and want to introduce a wow factor.

Just about anyone can find a piece to suit their budget, whether this is a small, simple one of coffee cups with steam curling out of them for the kitchen or a trio of flowers with long stems for a living room. It is often worth spending more on a really special piece as this can become the focal point of a room and all other decor can be planned around it.

A piece that is well chosen will be one that gives pleasure for many years, enhancing an area with its style, colors and textures. It will draw the attention of anyone entering the space and even become a talking point. From abstract contemporary and vintage to folk art, everyone will find able to find the perfect piece of art for their purpose.




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