Small Artworks, Why Tiny Pieces Matter

Let me share something close to my heart as both an artist who spends a lot of slow mornings at home. Small artworks hold a rare and gentle kind of power. Through so many chapters of my life, from shared rentals to my little studio, tiny paintings have grounded my spaces and made each room feel truly mine. There’s a kind of intimacy in choosing, hanging, and living alongside these treasures and I want to show you how they become so much more than just decoration.

Finding Magic in the Details

I’ll never forget the first time someone bought one of my smallest works. Months later, they emailed to say how that painting had become their favorite morning sight: “It’s like a secret note in the corner, just for me.” There’s something true in that. A small painting doesn’t shout for attention. Instead, it catches your eye quietly as you pass by, inviting a moment of stillness, a gentle smile and an intimate sense of belonging.

My own home is fill with tiny pieces, not out of necessity, but delight. They bring richness to an empty corner, soften the mood of your workspace and spark new stories among the clutter of daily life. I find myself moving them, grouping them, letting them mingle with a candle or plant which seems to make the room feel more personal, a reflection of me, changing with my mood.

Styling Small Art: My Favorite Ways

A little painting has a way of finding its perfect spot almost without effort. Here’s what I do:

• I prop it on a shelf with my favourite books and inspired finds collected from my bushwalks.

• I group a couple of little sketches and studies in the hallway where the fleeting morning light welcomes in the new day.

• They get re-arranged, too, sometimes hanging in the living room, sometimes brightening my bedside table.

• In those empty, awkward corners or those “what do I even put here?” spots, a tiny framed painting makes all the difference.

• My favourite? Creating a gallery wall, mixing a cluster of small paintings, old photos and treasured pieces collected on my travels to tell a story of the people I've met, the places I've enjoyed and the friends and family I love.

When you live with my art, I want you to feel that same gentle invitation. Move it around, pair it with your own keepsakes, let it nestle in unexpected places. Small art loves to play.

How Small Works Shape the Mood at Home

Sometimes when a piece finally finds its home with someone else, I imagine the role it plays in their life,a calming touchstone in the bedroom, a creative spark in the office, a bright burst by the doorway. I know first hand how these details sink into daily ritual. The right painting can anchor a quiet morning, ground an anxious moment, or simply make a space feel softer, more welcoming.

Over the years, I’ve come to believe: home is not just where you live, but where your eye finds rest and delight. My paintings aim for that effect, never overwhelming, always a gentle companion.

Starting a Collection (or Just Loving One Piece)

When people come to my studio or browse my shop, they often feel a bit shy about collecting art. Will it “fit”; does it feel too formal or expensive? I gently remind them: begin with one piece you love, something that sparks a feeling or a tiny thrill. Small works are an easy invitation, you can add to them, rearrange them, let them travel from room to room. And yes, they are often far more affordable than big statements, making original art a simple pleasure, not a distant dream.

Small art is also perfect for gifting, personal, heartfelt and delightfully easy to wrap and send. Friends tell me they cherish these little gifts for years, long after the special date has passed.

A Few Tips from My Home to Yours

• Keep small works away from direct sun to protect their colour.

• Bathrooms are lovely (for both surprise and light). A print is a good choice here. Hang on wall with good airflow.

• Don’t hesitate to mix frames, textures and favourite objects. This will make your display feel like your own collection of beautiful memories.

• There’s no rule that says a painting can’t be re-arranged whenever you choose to suit the seasons, your mood or you add to your collection.

Your Corners, Your Story

If you’re thinking of bringing a small painting home, or gifting one to a special friend, know that you’re starting something special. You’re giving your space and your routines, a little bit of everyday magic. Maybe one of my paintings will catch your eye and with time, blend into the rituals, joys and quiet moments that make your home your special place.

And if you’re ever stuck for a spot, just look for anywhere that your gaze naturally lingers, even for a second, that’s often where the art belongs.

Finding space for something small, simple and just a little bit magical makes your home personal, inviting and deeply reflective of you.

Step into this world with me and let’s fill our lives with these joyful, heartfelt details, one small piece at a time.