Simple ideas to let your drawing shine
- There’s something timeless about ink on paper. It speaks softly but carries emotion, memory, and presence. Whether you’ve just purchased a pen art print or created one yourself, framing and styling it well can elevate not only your space — but the feeling it brings into your home.
- 1. Keep it simple, let the lines speak - Pen art is usually detailed and intimate. A plain black or white frame often works best, allowing the drawing to take center stage. Thin frames suit minimal pieces, while thicker frames can ground busier linework.
- 2. Add a mat for breathing space - Using a white mat (the border between the art and the frame) adds softness and gives the piece room to “breathe.” It can also make a small artwork feel more substantial on a wall.
- 3. Choose your setting with intention - Hang your pen art where people pause — above a reading nook, by a desk, or in an entryway. These drawings often hold emotion, and they deserve to be seen up close.
- 4. Mix with textures and memories - A pen drawing looks beautiful beside old books, dried flowers, vintage postcards, or soft textiles. Don’t be afraid to create a small story around your artwork.
- 5. Gallery wall magic - You can create a small gallery wall by combining pen drawings with personal photos, quotes, or even your children’s sketches. Try to keep a visual rhythm — same frame colors, similar spacing, or a shared theme.
- 6. Go modern with floating frames - For a more contemporary feel, float your drawing in a clear acrylic frame or one with space between the glass and the paper. This adds depth and highlights the handmade nature of the piece. - A personal note from Constantina Most of my pen art starts with emotion — a moment, a thought, a memory. I believe that when you frame a drawing in your home, you’re framing a feeling.So choose what speaks to you. Let it make your space not just decorated, but personal.
- With love,Constantina x