Turn everyday artwork and family memories into something worth displaying
A gallery wall doesn’t have to be reserved for professional artwork or perfectly coordinated prints. In a family home, it can be a wonderful way to bring together the things you love most family photographs, favourite prints, holiday memories and, of course, the masterpieces created by little hands.
Whether you have a blank wall that needs some personality or simply want to find a better home for your child’s growing collection of artwork, creating a gallery wall can be surprisingly simple.
And the best part? There really are no rules.
Start with the frames
The frames you choose will set the tone for your gallery wall.
For a relaxed, eclectic family look, try mixing different frame colours and styles. A combination of white, wood and black frames can work beautifully, particularly when the artwork itself is colourful and varied.
If you prefer a calmer, more cohesive look, keep your frames similar and let the photographs and artwork provide the variety.
The beauty of My Little Davinci frames is that they are designed with changing displays in mind. Hang them vertically or horizontally, then easily open the frame whenever you want to replace what's on display.
That means your gallery wall can grow and change with your family from the first nursery painting to school projects, family photographs and everything in between.
Pick a wall that tells a story
Think about where your family naturally spends time.
A gallery wall above the sofa can become a focal point in the living room. A hallway can turn into a collection of family memories. A child's bedroom or playroom can become their own little art gallery, filled with creations they can be proud of.
You don't necessarily need a completely empty wall either. Sometimes the most interesting displays are built around existing furniture, shelves or other pieces in the room.
Give your frames some breathing space
You don't need to measure everything down to the last millimetre, but keeping a relatively consistent gap between your frames will help the overall display feel intentional.
Around 5–12 cm between frames is a useful starting point. You can then adjust the spacing depending on the size of your wall and the look you're trying to create.
For a family gallery, don't worry if things aren't perfectly symmetrical. A little personality is part of the charm!
Try laying everything out first
Before reaching for the hammer, arrange your frames on the floor or use paper templates on the wall.
This makes it much easier to experiment with different combinations without creating a collection of unnecessary holes.
Try different layouts a neat grid, a larger rectangle or a more relaxed arrangement until you find one that feels right.
Mix the things you love
This is where a family gallery wall becomes really special.
Why not display a favourite family photograph alongside a holiday print, a child's painting and a drawing from their first year at school?
A gallery wall doesn't need to follow one theme. In fact, combining different types of artwork and memories can make the display much more personal.
A five-year-old's colourful masterpiece deserves just as much space as a beautiful print.
After all, you're not creating a gallery for everyone else. You're creating a collection of the people, places and moments that mean something to you.
Let your gallery wall grow with your family
One of the lovely things about displaying children's artwork is watching how their creativity changes over time.
Today's scribble could become tomorrow's carefully drawn picture. Their first attempt at writing their name might eventually sit alongside school projects, paintings and photographs of family adventures.
With easy-to-change frames, you don't have to choose between keeping everything and covering every wall in the house.
Display what makes you smile. Change it when you feel like it. And let your gallery wall tell your family's story.