So I could call this a gallery wall, but it truly is all Family photo’s that I adore. This is the upstairs hall leading to the bedrooms so it’s a family space which allowed me more freedom with the pictures I chose… I will tell you there is one photo in particular I love, but the kiddos hate it… oh well I put it up anyway
This was pretty much how all of the upstairs looked before we started painting it. I think it’s Navajo white, which is FINE, but it’s just not “us”. Eventually this hall and master bedroom (at the end of the hall) will have hardwood flooring… I’m hoping this winter!
We painted the Foyer, up the stairs and the upstairs hall Revere Pewter. Revere Pewter is very popular for a reason, it’s perfect… not too cool and with just enough warm in it to sometimes look Greige. I could literally paint the whole house this color but my youngest daughter would have a fit as she already thinks I’ve gone a little overboard with all of the blue and gray walls in this house. I really don’t care though… I LOVE THEM!
After I painted the walls I decided I wanted to paint the main wall black, Benjamin Moore Black Iron specifically. FYI the hall is a good size and the black wall doesn’t make it feel closed in at all.
Here it is after one coat, it took two coats.
I think it’s a pretty dramatic change and I couldn’t be happier with the way it turned out!
All of the frames I had in storage still, they were just not black. I spray painted them all black and laid them out on a few sheets of craft paper to get the layout I wanted. I traced them on the paper and then using the paper as a guide I hung up the frames. All but 3 of these frames are hung with Command Strips, I’m telling you that stuff is awesome for this application!
This little sign I made by downloading a chalkboard background and adding my typography to it in Adobe. I printed it out on thick cardstock and used spray adhesive to attach it to this frame.
Around this same time we also painted the bannister and handrails Benjamin Moore Jet Black, they are so much prettier than before, I don’t know why I didn’t paint them sooner! The chair I reupholstered a couple of months ago, I just haven’t written up a post on it… it looks pretty awesome here right?
Everyday I enjoy walking by this installation of photos and reminiscing , it really brings me a lot of joy and happiness!
This was a pretty easy project and certainly cheap for me since I just painted and reused frames I already had in storage. It took me about a month from start to completion due to the time it took deciding which photos to use and making sure they were oriented correctly. Oh, and God forbid one child was pictured more than the others… I seriously counted to make sure they were even… kids… I swear they will drive you C-R-A-Z-Y sometimes, but clearly I love mine!
Thanks as always for stopping by!
Until next time…
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I love that photo wall. The black paint was an excellent idea. The white mats were also a great touch. I’ve always had a photo wall. I may have to redo mine and borrow your ideas. One of the photos on mine is a family picture circa 1972 that my daughters call ” the nerd family picture!” Oh, and I also make sure I have an equal number of photos of each grandchild. LOL
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Haha! Love the “nerd picture” comment, I’m sure you love it! I’m also glad I’m not the only one who has to count photos of each kid!
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What a wonderful spot to stop and linger. I love the drama of the black wall. Nicely done Susan!
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Thanks so much Sharon, it’s a great place for us to hang the more personal family photos!
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I absolutely love this, I do not have enough wall space, better see what I can do!
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Thanks Heather… I’m sure you can find some space 😉
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as usual….. WOW! is there anything you CAN’T do??! you are a font of inspiration!! thanks for sharing~~ Stephanie in RVA
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Aww… Thanks so much Stephanie!
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So very pretty! Love the chair, by the way.
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Thanks so much Margaret! The chair is one of my favorites, so glad you liked it too!
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Dang Girlfriend, Your good!!!
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Thanks so much Hillary, I’m not always but I try 😉
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Stellar!
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I found you via Make it Pretty Monday at the Dedicated House! I love the before and after, great job! I’ve been wanting to make a photo wall in my room for some time, maybe this will inspire me to actually do it 🙂
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Thanks Emily! My suggestion is to gather the photos first, it took me so long to find just the right mix! Good luck!
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It looks quite amazing! The rug is great too!
Jennelise
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Thanks so much Jennelise!
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Looks great! Love the gray!
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Love your wall color! It really makes the photos pop!
Debbie @refreshrestyle
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Thanks so much Debbie!
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Oh wow, what a difference. I love the dark wall and the gallery is fabulous. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me.
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Thanks so much Marty!
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This turned out soooooo beautifully Susan!! That black wall is amazing, and your arrangement is stunning!!!
-andi
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Thanks Andi, it’s just pictures but it’s what makes me happy!
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How beautiful Susan – and how bizarre that we both do a post on a black wall on the same day !!!
LOVE love love it as a gallery wall – really gorgeous job!
XOXO
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That is crazy! I love all of the rooms you showcased, black is back baby 😉
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It looks awesome and I love the idea. The black accent wall is a great touch. I might have to steal your idea, if that is okay with you.
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Thanks Caleb! And feel free, I hope you love it too!
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I love me a good gallery wall! Well Done! Thanks for sharing. You are one of the features at the Make it Pretty party at The Dedicated House. Here is the link to this week’s party:
http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2014/11/make-it-pretty-monday-week-120.html Hope to see your prettiness again at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
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Wow, thanks so much!
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I love this space! Where did you find that wonderful rug?
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Hey Pam, thanks so much! I found the rug on Joss & Main, I see it pop back up from time to time…
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So badass! I want to pain my living room wall with this color and Benjamin Moore’s city shadow.. What’s your opinion?
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Well, I’m a big fan of this color so I say go for it! It’s just paint right?!
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I love the gallery! Can you tell me the size of the wall?
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Thanks so much! We have actually moved from that home but I would say it is about 9 ft. Long by 8 ft. tall.
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