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The Simple Art Collection: 5 Landscape Prints That Go With Any Home

Building an art collection doesn't have to be complicated. Discover 5 versatile landscape prints that work in any home style and create a cohesive, beautiful collection.

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The Simple Art Collection: 5 Landscape Prints That Go With Any Home

The Simple Art Collection: 5 Landscape Prints That Go With Any Home

The Simple Art Collection: 5 Landscape Prints That Go With Any Home

You want to start an art collection, but you're not sure where to begin. You don't want to overthink it or spend years building it. You just want a few beautiful pieces that work together and look great in your home. Here are 5 landscape prints that go with any home style and create a simple, cohesive collection.

The Simple Collection Philosophy

Less Is More

This award-winning piece from Africa demonstrates less is more—fewer, better pieces that create cohesive, versatile collection perfect for any home.

The approach:

  • Fewer, better pieces
  • Cohesive collection
  • Versatile selections
  • Works anywhere
  • Easy to build

The benefit: Simple, beautiful, stress-free collection building.

Versatility First

This award-winning piece from South America demonstrates versatility first—works in any room, with any style, in any color scheme, creating adaptable collection foundation.

These prints work:

  • In any room
  • With any style
  • In any color scheme
  • At any price point
  • For any home

The result: Collection that adapts to your space and style.

The 5 Essential Prints

1. The Calming Water Scene

What it is: Ocean horizon, lake scene, or peaceful water landscape

Why it works:

  • Universally calming
  • Works in any room
  • Complements any style
  • Neutral color palette
  • Timeless appeal

Best for: Bedrooms, offices, living rooms, any space needing calm

Size: Medium to large (24-48 inches)

Colors: Blues, grays, soft tones

Placement: Above bed, sofa, or as focal point

2. The Minimalist Horizon

What it is: Simple horizon line, lots of sky, clean composition

Why it works:

  • Extremely versatile
  • Works with any decor
  • Clean, modern aesthetic
  • Lots of negative space
  • Sophisticated simplicity

Best for: Modern spaces, minimalist homes, any room needing simplicity

Size: Large horizontal (36-60 inches)

Colors: Monochrome or limited palette

Placement: Above sofa, fireplace, or large wall

3. The Misty Mountain Scene

What it is: Foggy mountains, atmospheric landscape, soft detail

Why it works:

  • Peaceful and calming
  • Works in any style
  • Soft, approachable
  • Limited color palette
  • Dreamlike quality

Best for: Bedrooms, living rooms, transitional spaces

Size: Medium to large (30-48 inches)

Colors: Grays, blues, muted tones

Placement: Above bed, sofa, or as statement piece

4. The Desert Landscape

What it is: Arid landscape, clean lines, warm tones

Why it works:

  • Adds warmth
  • Works with many styles
  • Clean compositions
  • Textural interest
  • Versatile colors

Best for: Living rooms, dining rooms, modern spaces

Size: Medium to large (30-48 inches)

Colors: Warm earth tones, beiges, soft colors

Placement: Above sofa, console, or feature wall

5. The Classic Forest Scene

What it is: Trees, woodland, natural setting

Why it works:

  • Natural warmth
  • Works in any style
  • Adds texture
  • Grounding presence
  • Versatile appeal

Best for: Living rooms, studies, any room needing natural element

Size: Medium to large (30-48 inches)

Colors: Greens, browns, natural tones

Placement: Above sofa, desk, or as accent

Building the Collection

This best-selling piece from Europe demonstrates building the collection—versatile piece that complements the five essential prints, creating cohesive, beautiful collection.

Start with One

Begin simple:

  • Choose one print that speaks to you
  • Place it in your main space
  • Live with it
  • See how it feels

Then add: One at a time, as you're ready

Create Cohesion

Ways to unify:

  • Similar color palettes: All cool tones, or all warm, or all neutral
  • Consistent sizing: Similar sizes create harmony
  • Related subjects: All nature, all water, all mountains
  • Matching frames: Same frame style throughout
  • Similar presentation: All framed, or all frameless

The key: Cohesion doesn't mean matchy-matchy. It means they work together.

Placement Strategy

Options:

  • One per room: Each print in different room
  • Gallery wall: Grouped together on one wall
  • Scattered placement: Throughout home, creating flow
  • Focal points: Each as main piece in its space

Choose: What works for your home and style

Versatility in Action

Works With Any Style

Modern homes: Clean lines, minimal frames, contemporary presentation Traditional homes: Classic compositions, traditional framing Minimalist spaces: Simple scenes, limited color, lots of space Eclectic interiors: Natural beauty works anywhere

Works With Any Colors

Neutral rooms: All 5 prints work Colorful rooms: Choose prints that complement Warm rooms: Desert and forest scenes Cool rooms: Water and mountain scenes

Works In Any Room

Living room: Any of the 5 Bedroom: Water or misty scenes Office: Calming water or horizon Dining room: Any, depending on mood Entryway: Horizon or water scene

Sizing the Collection

Small Collection (2-3 pieces)

Recommendation:

  • Water scene
  • Horizon scene
  • One other (your choice)

Placement: One per room, or grouped gallery

Medium Collection (4-5 pieces)

Recommendation: All 5 essential prints

Placement: Throughout home, creating cohesive flow

Growing Collection (6+ pieces)

Recommendation: Start with 5, add as inspired

Placement: Mix of focal points and groupings

Framing for Cohesion

Consistent Framing

Options:

  • All thin frames: Modern, cohesive
  • All frameless: Contemporary, clean
  • All same style: Traditional, unified
  • Mix with purpose: Eclectic, intentional

The key: Consistency creates cohesion, even with different subjects.

Common Questions

"Do They All Have to Match?"

Answer: No. They should work together, not match exactly. Cohesion comes from similar color palettes, consistent sizing, or related subjects.

"Can I Mix Sizes?"

Answer: Yes, but keep them relatively similar. Very different sizes can feel disconnected.

"What If I Don't Like One?"

Answer: Don't include it. This is your collection. Choose what you love.

"Can I Add More Later?"

Answer: Absolutely. Start with these 5, add as inspired. Collections evolve.

The Bottom Line

The 5 essential prints:

  1. Calming water scene
  2. Minimalist horizon
  3. Misty mountain scene
  4. Desert landscape
  5. Classic forest scene

Why they work:

  • Versatile subjects
  • Neutral color palettes
  • Works with any style
  • Cohesive together
  • Easy to build

How to use them:

  • Start with one
  • Add gradually
  • Create cohesion
  • Place thoughtfully
  • Enjoy your collection

Remember: Building an art collection doesn't have to be complicated. These 5 landscape prints work in any home, with any style, in any room. Start simple, build gradually, and create a collection that makes you happy.

Your collection, your pace, your style.

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