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Ideas wanted for large art at no or little cost

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Hello hello!

I am currently renovating a house and ran out of money for the artwork 🙂 It is a biophilic design home reno so trying to find some nature-inspired solutions. I like very large art. Any suggestions?

Below is one I came up with. You can follow my reno journey from my Instagram

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EricL

Hi @Cocoplum

That circular leaf display is fantastic, it has a beautiful texture and is relaxing to look at. If you have palm trees or palm leaves, I suggest trying your hand at weaving fans and containers. These are materials you would normally get rid of in the bin so it's definitely a candidate for the type of art you're looking for.

Let me call on our experienced members @prettyliving and @craftyhopper for their recommendations.

Please keep us updated with your progress, we look forward to seeing your next artwork.

Eric

Cocoplum

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/22419#Comment_22419

Thank you Eric. Looking forward to hearing from @prettyliving and @craftyhopper

KatieC

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/73920#Comment_73920

Hi @Cocoplum,

It looks like you have a fantastic helper with your projects! How large are you wanting to go with your art? Let me tag @lifestylebymari and @sandy_d who are also super crafty as they might be able to give some suggestions. Check out Sandy's Easy DIY Wall Hanging Project for some inspiration as well.

Katie

sandy_d

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/100455#Comment_100455

Thank you @KatieC @Cocoplum have you explored wooden movable materials? I am experimenting currently with veneers and thin off cuts of wood, glued to material. The thin wood scraps can be cut into geometrical shapes very close to each other. When it’s complete the material can be shaped, hung on a wall, used a shades. This is an example of an artist that uses these concepts.

Remarka6le

Hey @Cocoplum, take a stroll down to your Universities art department every once in a while and take a look at the projects the students are creating, I've aquired a couple of art pieces from students looking to offload work they're either not satisfied with, don't have room for or simply just want to give it away (free & paid, depends on the work). Always worth a look, IMO.

daniknight4

Hi @Cocoplum

I have a few ideas and have videos on them if you're interested.

I have both in my home and just love them😊. The second one was the cheapest! https://youtu.be/GXFymDocMbs

https://youtu.be/3NYa4h85y4c

I just remembered another one I did but I only did a shorts on that. It's simply a large Kmart placemat, coaster and a packet of bamboo kebab skewers >> https://youtube.com/shorts/bsIQJ606pUs

Raffia wall artBamboo wall art

Cocoplum

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/22460#Comment_22460

Thank you for sharing. Just subscribed to your channel, great hints!

Cocoplum

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/22456#Comment_22456

This is a great idea! thank you. I have always been impressed with UNSW art students who had to take some business classes with me 😂

Cocoplum

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/117096#Comment_117096

Yes, I can see a sculpture like DIY with this. Where do you buy these materials from?

Cocoplum

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/100455#Comment_100455

Hi Katie,

Yes, Oreo is a great help and I am so in love with him - just like any other dog mum.

This is one room I am working on that will need wall art.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CIhjXgUjFZl/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet

Thank you for the inspiration...love it

lifestylebymari

Hello @Cocoplum

This is such a cool way to create art. Something I have done in the pass is using old canvas and cover them over either with multi-purpose joint compound and then painted. It gives such a interesting affect and super cheap to achieve.

Super keen to see what else you come up with ☺️

KatieC

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/117099#Comment_117099

Oh wow this room is super gorgeous @Cocoplum! The wallpaper is stunning. Are you wanting to put wall art up behind the bed head, on the wall opposite the bed, or next to the door? So many options. @lifestylebymari has mentioned a good one - DIY art that is pretty easy to achieve and doing a textured wall art piece in neutral colours wouldn't clash with the wallpaper. You should also check out @Isobel DIY Wood Art for consideration.

Katie

Cocoplum

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/22483#Comment_22483

Yes, definitely planning on doing this. I actually have a design in my mind but little worried about if it will work or not. I was thinking 5 cm compound and shaping it. Little worried about cracks and pieces falling down as it is a large canvas. Do you think it will hold? How thick compound did you use?

Cocoplum

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/126693#Comment_126693

I am planning next to the door. It is actually wall cladding, not wallpaper. You can see the one I used from this reel. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CPm1t5Lh0OF/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

As it looks like real rock, I am planning to add some softer elements here. Bed curtains and linen will help but the rock will turn to both, cocooning the bed. I think the wall next to the door will also need some softness. Checking the links you sent now. Thank you

EricL

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/133084#Comment_133084

Hi @Cocoplum

Please don't forget to post an update. I'm sure our members would be keen to see the artwork you've created.

Eric

daniknight4

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/73928#Comment_73928

Thank you @Cocoplum I'm sure you now have a lot of ideas to keep you very busy😊

Cocoplum

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/137027#Comment_137027

Will do 😊

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