Home Wall Art Roundups Black and White Wall Art for the Contemporary Home

January 05, 2022

Black and White Wall Art for the Contemporary Home

Timeless and classic, black and white wall art will never go out of style. Specifically black and white photo prints bring an element of nostalgia, paying homage to the early days of photography.

Black and white wall art is versatile enough to compliment any decor style - modern, traditional, contemporary, vintage. Add a natural or barnwood frame for a rustic farmhouse feel. Add a metal, steel frame for urban or industrial decor. The decor possibilities go on and on!

Below we have an inspiration board of sorts, including visuals of black and white wall art in various types of frames, black and white gallery walls, and black and white wall art ideas for the bedroom and living room. We hope you enjoy!

Casablanca Devotional Fine Art Photograph by Lisa Ross

Black and White Framed Art Prints

Generally speaking, you simply can’t go wrong framing your black and white art print in a classic black frame. The addition of a white mat adds even more contrast for a polished and sharp look. Another option is framing in a white or light maple wood frame, adding contrast and a softer feel. We also love pairing a more relaxed barnwood frame with black and white images, instantly transforming the overall look. We also threw in a frameless black and white photo print for fun. The frameless look is modern and you don't have to worry about a frame competing with the image.

New Point Loma Lighthouse Fine Art Photograph by Janelle Maas

The Shack Fine Art Photograph by Jeff Brown

Borrego Flight Fine Art Photograph by Jed Gallimore

Idyllwild & Forest Flight Fine Art Photographs by Jed Gallimore

Black and White Gallery Wall

Gallery walls are one of our favorite ways to make a gorgeous statement wall. They are so fun to put together and can be completely customized to your space.

The tricky thing about creating gallery walls is that they can get very busy very quickly. If you are the type that likes a bit more order and simplicity, strategizing a cohesive grouping of images is the way to go. Choosing a color palette or sticking with black and white images is a perfect way to add that order while still having fun mixing and matching.

For A to Z gallery wall tips and inspiration, check out our free Ultimate Gallery Wall Planning Guide download here.

Black and White Wall Art for the Bedroom

Incorporating black and white wall art into the bedroom makes a statement of modern elegance. Paired with neutrals like linen and soft browns and whites, you create a palette that will never go out of style.

Modern bedroom with black and white ocean art

The Bridge Fine Art Photograph by Lee Sie

Framed black and white photo art in a bedroom

Highland Lighthouse & Below the Lighthouse Fine Art Photographs by Janelle Maas

Silent Mist Fine Art Photograph by Lee Sie

Black and White Wall Art for the Living Room

Choosing a striking black and white art piece for the living room makes for a bold and timeless feature wall. Shown below with a variety of frames and finishes for completely different looks. The first piece is paired with a rustic barnwood frame, adding an element of warmth. We also have a frameless aluminum print, striking and modern, and finally classic black frames that blend right in with the images.

Coastal modern living room with black and white art

People of Del Mar II Fine Art Photograph by Roy Kerckhoffs

Modern entryway with a large framed beach photograph

Reflecting on Cannon Beach Fine Art Photograph by Kim Belverud

Modern entryway with a black and white landscape photograph

Mobius Fine Art Photograph by Manuela Durson

Black and white Italy photograph in a modern living room

Night at the Duomo Fine Art Photograph by Lee Sie

Modern Living room with a large vertical black and white artwork

Shoot the Piano Player Fine Art Photograph by Lisa Ross

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