Which Painting for a Living Room ?

Which Painting for a Living Room ?

The living room is the beating heart of the home. It’s where we welcome guests, relax, and spend time together. It’s the perfect place to express your personality and artistic taste. But with so many artworks available, one question often arises: which painting should you choose to enhance your living room?
From colors and styles to formats and emotions, every choice matters. Here are our tips for selecting the perfect piece—highlighting talented contemporary artists exhibited at Galerie Graal.


Why Hang a Painting in Your Living Room?

Before diving into artistic styles, let’s remember why a painting is essential in a living room:

🎨 It sets the tone – A painting is often the first thing people notice when they enter. It creates the visual mood of the space.

📐 It structures the space – Hung in the right spot, a painting balances proportions, enhances the furniture, and catches the light.

📖 It tells a story – Art evokes emotions, memories, or aspirations.

💎 It adds personality – Each artwork is unique. By choosing one, you express your taste and bring character to your interior.

How to Choose the Right Painting for Your Living Room

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  1. Dimensions
    A large wall can accommodate a panoramic piece or a triptych, while a smaller space will benefit from a medium-sized artwork or a composition of smaller formats.

  2. Colors
    Consider the dominant tones in your room (sofa, walls, curtains) and decide whether you want to match the existing palette or create a striking contrast.

  3. Style
    Abstract, figurative, colorful, or monochrome—choose an artistic universe that resonates with you and complements the overall vibe of your living room.

  4. Lighting
    A dark artwork will have more impact on a well-lit wall, while a bright painting can illuminate a more discreet corner.

Our Selection of Artists to Enhance Your Living Room

🎨 Philippe Viejo: Animal Power and Visual Illusion
Philippe Viejo stands out with his striking paintings featuring animals with piercing gazes, often rendered in a hyperrealistic style with optical crack effects. His artworks play with light, reflections, and surface textures, giving the impression that the image is cracking or shattering before your eyes. This technique creates a mesmerizing, almost hypnotic visual effect.

Hung in a living room, a painting by Viejo immediately draws attention and becomes a true focal point—both bold and refined. It adds a contemporary, artistic touch while expressing a deep connection with the animal world.

Perfect for: a modern, bold living room with an artistic or industrial design flair.

🎨 Georges Corominas: Narrative Power
Georges Corominas is a visual storyteller. His paintings, rich in detail, symbolism, and emotion, transport viewers into a world infused with Spanish culture, Eastern influences, and timeless traditions. His works capture the elegance of movement, the intensity of gazes, and the beauty of ornate costumes.

In a living room, his paintings become true centerpieces—ideal for creating a strong focal point. They intrigue, provoke curiosity, and captivate. Every viewer will see a different story unfold.

Perfect for: an elegant, refined living room with a classic or baroque spirit.

🎨 Ludivine Corominas: Radiant Femininity and the Elegance of Still Lifes
Daughter of Georges Corominas, Ludivine has developed a unique style blending softness, sensuality, and elegance. Her portraits of women, bathed in light, are often accompanied by flowers, silky fabrics, and mysterious gazes. Ludivine also excels in creating refined still lifes, where every object, fruit, or bouquet seems illuminated and filled with emotion.

Displayed in a living room, a work by Ludivine Corominas brings grace, refinement, and a touch of modernity. Her art fits perfectly in both modern and romantic interiors, offering a soft and luminous atmosphere.

Perfect for: a feminine, minimalist living room with a gentle, elegant, and warm aesthetic.

🎨 Josep Teixido: The Soul of Spain in Colors
Originally from Catalonia, Josep Teixido draws his inspiration from the Mediterranean landscapes around him: Cadaqués, the sea, the mountains, and the southern light. His art is deeply rooted in Spanish culture but expressed through a distinctly contemporary vision. Each canvas vibrates with intense colors, fluid movements, and fragmented forms—as if nature itself is reinventing through his gaze.

In a living room, his works bring warmth, energy, and personality. They make you travel without leaving your sofa, infusing your daily life with a breath of freedom and escape.

Perfect for: a bright, colorful living room, open to the world, with a strong appreciation for Mediterranean art and artistic atmospheres.

🎨 Thierry Zdzieblo: Between Abstraction and Texture
Thierry Zdzieblo’s work is pure, dynamic, and vibrant abstraction, where color reigns supreme. His canvases skillfully blend rich and varied palettes that harmonize with all types of walls—whether light, dark, or textured. His mastery of materials and play with light creates artworks that are both deep and luminous.

In a living room, his paintings infuse positive energy while bringing modern elegance. Their universal appeal makes them a perfect choice for any interior style, from minimalist to eclectic.

Perfect for: a contemporary, colorful living room adaptable to all décors.

🎨 Angélique Dufossé: Playful and Iconic Pop Art
Angélique Dufossé stands out in a colorful and quirky pop art universe. Her works feature mischievous little teddy bears as well as iconic cars like Aston Martin, Jaguar, or Ford Mustang, blending humor and elegance.

In a living room, her paintings bring a joyful, modern, and original touch—perfect to inject dynamism into your décor.

Perfect for: a contemporary, urban, and bold interior that loves fun and iconic design.

Where to Hang Your Painting in the Living Room?
Here are some strategic spots:

  • Above the sofa: The classic spot. Opt for a horizontal format or a centered triptych.

  • On a blank wall: A large canvas can structure the space and add warmth.

  • Near a natural light source: Daylight reveals details and textures beautifully.

  • Above a console or fireplace: Ideal for medium-sized artworks.