Black and White on Your Walls

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I've always thought of using black and white images framed in white mats/black frames as a great solution to the wall art dilemma. 

Why?

1. It can be an inexpensive option:  because you can take the photos yourself, whether they're family photos or any other subject matter that inspires you.


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 You can also use artwork from old calendars and books or a variety of other sources, and black frames/white mats are typically available at reasonable prices.

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2. You can use it with any color scheme. 
It's sort of a no-brainer that black and white art would work in a black and white room,

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but it really works well with any color scheme. From neutral spaces...

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 to more colorful ones.

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It can be used with cool colors

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 or warm colors.

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3. It goes with any decorating style. Whether your style is modern, traditional, country/cottage, or anything in between - it will work in your space!

House Beautiful  Photo Jose Picayo

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And for those of you who just can't deal with all black and white art, you could mix it up a bit by swapping out the white mats for colorful ones to match your color scheme like they did in this image from marthastewart...

Do you use black and white photography or artwork on your walls?

I also have another post on TV Gallery Walls since I know some of you were interested in more information/inspiration on that topic. I may wait to post it until after the holidays when everyone's more focused on "regular" decorating vs. Christmas. What do you think? Preference?

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