On the flip-side of that, it also can't be distracting. This is why I've nixed the idea of mini-movie posters or flashy art prints. (We bought this print from Justin Hillgrove's 'Imps & Monsters' art collection, specifically for that space... but it's too small, it can't be paired with any other art pieces easily, and it just... doesn't feel right.)
I always do this. I have the hardest time committing to hanging art, because I want it to be perfect. Trouble is, I never live anywhere long enough (or have walls strong enough) to get it right. By the time I do, my lease is up and I'm ready to move on and up!
But I've found something, and I want your opinion on it. I've discovered a person online who creates Movie Barcodes using the color schemes in action sequences through the film... at least, that's what I think he's doing. Either way, I've picked several that I really like (from movies I also like) that I'm hoping I'll be able to buy as prints.
Top to bottom: Pan's Labyrinth, Amélie, The Matrix
Maybe they're too... I don't know, confusing? But I love the idea of bringing colors into a space, without them being distracting, and the fact that the colors are pulled directly from the films make them all the more special.
I have no idea if I'll be able to buy these as prints. The creator has some for sale, but not all of the ones I like. I've contacted him (or her) about the possibility of special ordering a few. Hopefully he'll get back to me with a resounding YES! and also, DISCOUNT!
What do you think, friends?
EDIT
Description of the barcode-making process: The artist takes the average color of each frame condensed to a one pixel column.
EDIT (again)
Heard from moviebarcode man, and apparently I can special order some prints, but HOLY CROW they're expensive! To get three that are large enough, I'd have to spend close to $500. Yikes! Maybe one would be enough? I'll have to sit on it for a bit.
I love these!! Abstract enough that they won't be distracting, but very cool looking and with an awesome back story. They seem very fitting.
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