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How to create a gallery wall

Do you have a number of beautiful and eclectic collectibles that you've gathered on your travels over time but no idea how to display them?  Don't despair!   A gallery wall could be an easy and visually stunning solution to enjoy your pieces rather then have them cooped up in their packaging or only showing one at a time.   Be it an artwork, vintage poster, mirror, mask, silk scarf or textile here's a great tutorial from the talented people at Temple & Webster to guide you on how to set this up.   I also love Anna Spiro's colourful style for another spot of inspiration- check out her take on all things interiors on her blog "Absolutely Beautiful Things"....

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A visit to Brett Whiteley's Studio

  Currently on display at Brett Whiteley’s Studio is his incredible Archibald winning portrait ‘Self Portrait in the Studio’, 1976.  If you haven’t popped in, definitely take a few hours and check it out.  It’s a little hidden gem tucked in the back streets of Surry Hills and Admission is free! I first visited on a school trip a very long time ago and recently visited again (forgetting how incredible it is) and found myself happily transported again through Whiteley’s inner workings.   All his knick knacks, books, and paint in situ are left as if time stopped.  It is both beautiful if not a little haunting which is why I find myself so drawn to it. The studio also...

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