You’ve just gotten your hands on the most perfect piece of animal artwork, a majestic lion, a quirky giraffe, or perhaps an energetic dog painting that reminds you of your own little fur baby.
But now comes the big decision… how do you display it?
Unframed canvas wall art, especially those gorgeous pieces that feature stunning animal artwork, has a raw beauty that really deserves to shine and stand out.
And lucky for you, we’ve got all the very best tips to help you hang that unframed wall art masterpiece like the curator of a cool wildlife art gallery.
Whether you are working with unique pet portraits, abstract splashes of colour, or a vibrant zebra printed in all its beautiful striped glory, these fun (and surprisingly simple) methods to make the most of your wall art will elevate your home decor game.
4 Creative Ways to Display Unframed Canvas Wall Art
Your dog painting or leopard wall art print deserves better than being propped up on a random shelf tucked away in a hidden corner of your home.
Here are some of our most fun and practical ways to display your unframed canvas wall art pieces while keeping that wild energy that they naturally bring intact!
1. Lean It on a Mantle or Shelf
Not all wall art actually has to go on a wall -shocking, I know! Leaning an unframed wall art canvas on a mantlepiece, shelf, or even a sideboard creates an effortlessly casual look.
Especially if you’re the kind of animal lover who’s into stacking aesthetics, you can pair your wall art canvas with a few other elements:
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Smaller frames featuring special photos of your pets or other art.
- Natural elements like potted plants (this gives you bonus points for wildlife vibes).
- A quirky sculpture of your favourite animal (hello, golden flamingo figurines).
Pro tip for depth lovers? Have a go at layering multiple wall art canvases together. A small dog portrait leaning against a larger abstract lion piece? Sounds like pure magic!
2. Use Standoffs for a Floating Effect
Looking for something modern and eye-catching? Wall mounts of standoffs give your unframed canvas wall art a floating effect, as if it’s magically hovering off the wall. This cool technique not only looks really sleek but also adds a professional gallery vibe to your living space.
3. Hang It with Decorative Clips or Binder Clips
For a playful and unconventional approach to displaying wall art, have a go at using decorative clips or industrial-style binder clips to hang your unframed wall art canvases. This really works especially well if you’re renting or simply don’t want to commit to nails in the wall.
Attach the hanging clips to a wall-mounted rod or even some twine for a casual but super cool look.
4. Frame It Without a Frame
Canvas floater frames are fantastic for this. They don’t cover any part of the wall art; instead, they lift it slightly to create a super clean "floating" look between the wall art canvas and the frame. So easy yet so impactful - this look would really compliment a modern decor style.
Which Way to Display Your Wall Art?
Feeling inspired? Check out my animal art collection for bold and lively pieces of animal artwork that will bring adventure and energy to your wall art collection.
