From frames to collages to mobiles, there are numerous ways to decorate your space using photos. We'll show you ideas for a variety of projects, plus give you tips to help you along the way and tell you which HP printers and supplies to use for the high-quality prints you'll need.
Benefits of DIY photo décor
Skip a trip to the art gallery or craft store—a variety of décor is available right in your home using an HP printer or All-in-One.
Printing photos to display is an easy and economical way to enhance any part of your home or office. There are many advantages to this do-it-yourself approach:
Inexpensive
Spend less than you would for original pieces of art or prints and posters.
Versatile
The possibilities are endless when it comes to displaying your photos, and at such a low-cost, it won't put a dent in your wallet to experiment.
Simple
You don't have to be a photographer to get stunning photos; the Internet offers thousands of free or reasonably priced stock photos that you can download and print in minutes.
For the ideal view, display your framed photos at eye-level or slightly below.
Here are a few photo-display basics to help you get started:
Pictures look best when they are displayed at or slightly below eye-level.
Try something new. Break free from old styles and decorating habits to help invigorate and rejuvenate your space. (You never know, it may end up having the same effect on you!)
For large photo prints you plan on framing and displaying, try printing on HP photo paper with a matte finish to help reduce glare reflected off the glass.
Photograph favorite toys or stuffed animals and use scrabble letters to spell out your child's nickname for them.
Let your imagination run wild with crafty photo projects you can use to decorate a nursery or child's room.
Capture childhood memories
Take pictures of everyday objects your child regularly encounters (such as their shoes, toys, the family pet, etc.), with captions made from scrabble letters.
Boost the sentimental value by using a photo of a favorite toy or stuffed animal, and spelling out your child's nickname for their prized possession.
Make a photo mobile
Print bright, cheerful photos on thicker paper, such as HP brochure and flyer paper, and create a photo mobile.
Affix your pictures back-to-back, so, as your mobile turns, a photo will always be visible. Or print a colorful pattern or design on photo paper and attach to the back of your pictures.
Scan and print a photo collage to add color and life to drab dorm room walls.
Save space and change images with ease using a photo tree picture display.
When your living space is temporary, such as a dorm room, you'll appreciate having versatile, inexpensive décor that can easily relocate along with you.
Create a photo collage
Print treasured snapshots to create a simple photo wall collage. Expand your collage by adding photos as you make new memories.
You can also scan and print a handmade photo collage, featuring images of friends and family, 3-D objects, or any memorabilia you'd like archive and display.
Use a photo tree display
A photo tree is a convenient way to showcase your pictures, and allows you to easily rotate your featured images.
Print your own posters
Make a poster-size print of your favorite photo, band, or sports team for a fun (and economical) way to cover a large space.
Add that special touch
Visit the HP Creative Studio to find a variety of printable picture frames, photo borders, and customizable calendars
With an HP Digital Photo Frame you can display multiple pictures, watch a video or slideshow of your images, and use a remote to easily change your photos.
Save money and flex your creative muscle by incorporating photos into your home décor.
Go classic with black-and-white
Black-and-white photos can add a touch of elegance to any room. Easily print any photo in black-and-white using the Color Effects feature on select HP Photosmart All-in-Ones. Find out more about editing your photos in-printer—no PC required!
Display large-format photos
Create 8" x10" prints of cherished memories, such as wedding photos, and display in a part of the house where they can be enjoyed by family and visitors alike. For extra-large prints up to 13" x 19", try the HP Photosmart B8550 Photo Printer.
Add photos to an HP Digital Frame
Present family photos in an HP Digital Photo Frame and save time by changing pictures as often you'd like with just the touch of a button.
Add color and charm to your workspace with printable projects and photo crafts:
Get creative with a photo board
Create a photo inspiration board to keep near your desk. The office or home office is an ideal spot when your board is helping you plan an event where a sudden moment of inspiration could necessitate a phone call or e-mail.
Use a personalized calendar
Stay organized with a vibrant photo montage monthly calendar. (Hint: Help keep track of birthdays by customizing your calendar to include images of your friends and family that have birthdays during a given month.)
Utilize space with HP Digital Frames
The office is another great spot for the convenience and flexibility of an HP Digital Photo Frame. Take up less desk space by using one frame to display and share hundreds of photos.
1 Based on light fade testing under glass using HP Vivera Inks on HP Premium Plus photo paper and HP Premium photo paper, according to Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc.
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