Creating an appealing gallery wall is an art form, offering a way to showcase different aspects of your taste and personality. Here are my best tips for putting together a collected gallery wall:

1. Start With A Plan: Lay your frames on the ground and experiment with arrangements before you start making holes in the wall. You can even use paper cutouts to help envisage the final result.

2. Mix and Match: Combine various frame styles, sizes, and colors. This blend adds depth and interest to your gallery wall.

3. Cohesion Through Color: If your artwork is varied, try bringing together pieces that have a common color scheme to create a cohesive look.

4. Tell A Story: Your gallery wall should reflect you – include personal photos, artwork that you love, or items that hold significance.

5. Balance and Spacing: Be mindful of balance; don’t cluster all large or small frames together. Keep a consistent space between each frame for a clean look.

6. Add Textural Elements: Break up the flatness by incorporating items with different textures like small shelves, sculptures, or textiles.

7. Play With Heights: Arrange art at different heights to draw the eye across the entire wall and space.

8. Anchor Pieces: Choose one or two larger pieces as anchors for your gallery wall and arrange smaller pieces around them.

9. Consider Lighting: Proper lighting will ensure your gallery is always a focal point. Use picture lights or directional lighting to highlight the artwork.

10. Trust Your Instinct: Ultimately, your gallery wall should make you happy – trust your instincts and choose what feels right for your space.

Creating a collected gallery wall takes time and patience but following these tips can help you design a feature that’s both personal and stylish in your home.