What do you do with your mounting pieces of art? Before you know it, they have begun to probably gather a fine layer of dust and have started fading and inching their way into every space available!
Yes! storage does seem to be an obvious solution but we have only so much space! So I came up with 5 very simple ways to handle all the clutter created by old and growing number of artworks.
1.Categorize
This is the most important step. I categorize my artwork chronologically. This is a good way to keep everything organized in one place. It actually also helps me look back at my old paintings and reflect on how much I have grown as an artist. It’s almost like a journal that takes you down your memory lane. However you can also organize your artwork according to subject like flowers, landscapes, portrait etc.
2. Put them up!
Adorn your wall or space! Fish out some pretty or interesting pieces and put them on frames on the wall or counter tops. The best part is you don’t need many frames, just a couple and you can keep changing the display. This works really well in kids’ rooms using their “own art”. Another way to display your artwork is by simply pinning them up on a cork board in your work space area and just watch them bring in some cheer!
3. Create something out of them
While categorizing my artwork I discovered sheets that had only one or two nice pictures. So I cut out the good ones like a bouquet or a flower and then glued it on another piece of paper to use as a bookmark. Or you can glue the cutouts on a card stock paper to create greeting cards also.
4. Gift / Give away
There’s always someone who really cherishes your artwork – your grandma or your friends! Gift them a pretty one. They will LOVE them! You can also donate to the library or to a classroom if you have a lot of nice paintings that need a home.
5. Recycle
Yes you heard it right! There are always some artworks that we are not very proud of and don’t mind getting rid of. Just recycle them and claim back your space!
I hope you liked these tips. If you know of any other tips please share them here. I will appreciate!
Happy Time Break 
Certainly, you could do something about old art. I most often use the other side as a test paper for color matches. If the paper was very thick and very expensive, you could reuse them, that’s a good idea.
I have about 1200 watercolor paintings (maybe more if to add all half-done or almost done works), from which I just give away some and then sell or hang on the wall the rest.
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Thanks for sharing that tip of reusing the other side. I do that too sometimes and now I know it’s ok to do so😊👍
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