Articles, Tips, And Tutorials: The Prints

Visualizing Your Fine Art Photography Print

Choosing the perfect fine art landscape or nature photography print is about more than selecting an image—it’s about understanding how it will live within your space.

What size works best? Which medium is right for your lighting? Should the colours match your décor?

This guide will help you confidently answer these questions, with practical tips and visual examples to help you make the right decision.

A photographic metal print of Crystal Mill hangs over a bathtub in an upcscale home. — 'Crystal Mill', Limited Edition of 50.

Should your print match your colour scheme?

A perfectly matched colour palette can look beautiful—but it’s not a requirement.

In many cases, a print that complements rather than matches your space creates a more dynamic and visually interesting result.

You can easily tie a piece into your décor using:

Accent pillows
Throw blankets
Decorative objects like bowls or lamps

These subtle connections help create a cohesive look without limiting your artistic choices.

A large photographic print of Pinnacle Ridge hangs over a bed in an upscale bedroom. — The blankets and accessories contain colours that complement the mountain print, helping to tie the room together by keeping the palette cohesive. 'Pinnacle Ridge', Limited Edition of 50.

At the end of the day, the most important factor is simple: choose a piece you genuinely love.

Choosing the Right Medium

Lighting conditions play a major role in selecting the ideal print medium.

If your space has large windows or strong natural light, reflections and glare can become distracting. In these cases, Lumachrome® TruLife® acrylic prints are an excellent choice, thanks to their advanced anti-reflective properties.

Infographic of the multiple layers that make up a Lumachrome TruLife acrylic photo print. — The multiple layers of a gallery-quality Lumachrome® TruLife® acrylic print.

For spaces where glare is less of a concern, ChromaLuxe® HD metal prints offer outstanding durability, vibrant colour, and excellent moisture resistance. They are a versatile choice for many areas of the home, including kitchens and spaces where humidity may be a consideration.

For bathrooms and other moisture-prone spaces, both ChromaLuxe® HD metal and properly constructed Lumachrome® TruLife® acrylic can be excellent choices, depending on the desired aesthetic and level of environmental exposure.

For a complete comparison of all available options:

How Big Should You Go?

When it comes to fine art prints, one principle consistently holds true: larger pieces create greater impact.

One of the most common mistakes is choosing artwork that is too small, leaving the wall feeling underwhelming.

Your goal should be to select a size that creates a strong focal point within the room.

Infographic illustrating different sized photographic prints on a wall with a sofa beneath, for size comparison. — Note that the 48"x72" print is a more appropriate size over this wide sofa, as a smaller print would become lost on this large wall.

General Size Guidelines:

Aim for 2/3 to 3/4 the width of the furniture below
Larger walls benefit from larger, statement pieces
Vertical walls pair best with portrait-oriented prints
Horizontal spaces suit landscape-oriented images

Infographic of image size comparison with three different sized photo prints on a wall. — Gallery walls are a perfect opportunity to group together prints with a similar theme or colour palette.

A vertical oriented large photo print on a wall above a fireplace in a great room with soaring ceilings. — This tall, narrow stone wall above the fireplace is the perfect location for a print with similar dimensions.

Placement also matters:

Center of artwork ≈ eye level on empty walls
Over furniture: 6–12 inches above

When in doubt, going slightly larger almost always produces a more refined and impactful result.

Accent lighting

Lighting is one of the most overlooked elements—and one of the most powerful.

Proper accent lighting enhances:

Colour accuracy
Perceived depth
Overall presence of the artwork

An abstract photographic print of a water reflection hangs on the wall over a bathtub in a dimly lit bathroom with beautiful accent lighting. — Accent lighting makes a world of difference to highlight your print and create a stunning ambiance in any room. 'Shimmer', Limited Edition of 50.

Materials like Lumachrome® TruLife® acrylic and metal prints respond well to lighting, producing a luminous, dimensional effect.

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Still Unsure? See it on your wall first

Even with guidance, it can be difficult to fully visualize how a print will look in your space.

That’s why I offer complimentary custom mockups—allowing you to preview your chosen image, size, and format directly on your own wall before making a decision.

It’s fast, simple, and designed to give you complete confidence in your choice.