Choosing art for a room sounds simple until you actually start looking. There are so many beautiful pictures that it can be hard to know which one will feel right at home.
With Nordic art, I think it helps to start with the mood rather than the style label. Do you want the room to feel calm, warm, dramatic or a little more personal?
If you want the room to feel calm
Look for misty forests, still water, open skies or quiet coastlines. These kinds of images work beautifully above a sofa, a sideboard or a reading chair because they add atmosphere without taking over the room.
Explore the featured Nordic wall art if you are looking for a place to start.
If you want something with more character
A darker forest, a dramatic mountain view or a wild Nordic coastline can give a larger wall much more presence. One strong piece is often enough. You do not always need a whole gallery wall.
Poster or aluminum?
A poster is a great choice if you like the classic look and want the freedom to change things around later. Premium Aluminum gives the same kind of Nordic imagery a cleaner, more modern finish and works especially well when you want one piece to stand on its own.
Think about the room, not just the picture
A bright, simple room might suit a soft landscape with plenty of sky. A darker interior can handle deeper colours and stronger contrast. And above a sofa or bed, make sure the artwork feels big enough to belong there rather than getting lost on the wall.
Most importantly, choose something you like
Trends come and go. Your wall is going to be there every day. So choose the landscape, place or feeling that you would actually enjoy seeing when you walk into the room.
That is usually a better choice than simply buying something because it happens to match the cushions.
Browse all Nordic wall art at Keithens and see which one catches your eye.