Sometimes lighting a piece of fine art can be as intimidating as buying the art itself, but it doesn't have to be. Lighting art is simpler than many people expect. Often the best lighting for art comes from the window.
Considerations
Although natural lighting is often the most flattering light to show off your artwork, never place it in the path of direct sunlight. Direct sunlight will ruin your artwork. Additionally, fine art tends to take on a greenish cast when placed under florescent lights, making it a less-than-becoming choice. Incandescent lighting works better for this.
Solutions
Many times a visit to the local art gallery will help art owners uncover the best lighting solutions for their artwork. When visiting the gallery, art enthusiasts should ask the gallery owner for pointers on lighting their own artwork at home.
Individual Lights
Many times the best lighting for a piece of art is a clip-on art lamp. Art collectors can find these lights at local art galleries or in shops that specializing in lighting. These lights attach to the frame or just slightly above it and cast a soft glow of light directly onto the picture.
