In both home décor and office settings, hanging paintings on walls is a common practice. However, not everyone knows precisely which type of painting to hang and where. Today, Dr. Zheng will elaborate on the five essential Feng Shui principles for hanging paintings at home, shedding light on the auspicious artworks for households.
1. **Consideration of the Five Elements in Hanging Paintings at Home**
Every individual’s destiny is unique, represented by different elements. Consequently, the choice of decorative paintings varies based on these elements. Dr. Zheng provides an example: individuals with a Fire element should opt for paintings depicting pine and cypress trees, symbolizing wood. Wood nourishes Fire, bringing prosperity when hung in homes.
**Recommended Artwork for Home Decoration**
*Welcoming Fortune and Wealth: “Welcoming Pine” by Wang Ningshan, a magnificent landscape painting exuding vitality and a profound connection to nature. The painting portrays the grandeur of the earth, singing praises to the mountains, rivers, and the spiritual essence of nature. The presence of this painting signifies thriving business, inviting wealth and prosperity.*
2. **Matching the Painting Itself with the Five Elements**
Each painting embodies both ominous and auspicious meanings. For instance, when choosing a painting for the hall, consider the position’s significance for family members before making a decision. Paintings featuring boats or ships should be laden with treasures, and the prow of the boat should point indoors, symbolizing a “great ship entering the harbor.”
**Recommended Artwork for Home Decoration**
*”Four Seasons Peace” by Wang Ningshan: This four-panel landscape painting skillfully incorporates ink and wash techniques. Each panel represents a season—Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. It symbolizes the rejuvenation of life, career peak in midlife, calmness in autumn years, and abundant harvest in winter.*
3. **Harmonizing the Five Elements through Paintings**
Through divination, one can choose paintings to harmonize their own elements. For example, individuals favoring Water can choose paintings of fish or the Yellow River and the Yangtze River. Each painting’s placement influences the home’s Feng Shui, either positively or negatively, depending on the individual’s intuition and application.
**Recommended Artwork for Home Decoration**
*Feng Shui Painting “The Great Wall”: This painting by Jiang Wei depicts a vast, winding Great Wall, embodying a strong foundation and continuous progress. It symbolizes protection, stability, and continuous growth, aligning with the spirit of the Chinese nation.*
4. **Exercise Caution with Religious-themed Paintings**
It is advisable not to hang too many Buddhist or Taoist paintings at home or in the office. An excess of religious paintings can strain relationships between family members, especially between spouses. A balance must be struck. A picturesque landscape painting is a more suitable choice, providing a serene atmosphere.
**Recommended Artwork for Home Decoration**
*“Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter” by Wang Ningshan: This four-panel landscape painting conveys different meanings for each season. Spring signifies rejuvenation, summer prosperity, autumn maturity, and winter abundance.*
5. **Consideration of the Frame’s Color in Accordance with the Five Elements**
The color of the frame should also align with the five elements. For example, individuals favoring Metal can choose frames in gold or silver, while those favoring Wood can opt for green frames. Fire enthusiasts can select red or purple frames, and Water enthusiasts can go for blue or gray frames.
**Recommended Artwork for Home Decoration**
*“Lucky Mountain and Water” by Jiang Wei: This painting features secluded landscapes and flowing waters, symbolizing prosperity and longevity. The continuous flow of water represents ongoing wealth. Hanging this painting in the home is a display of noble temperament and signifies a thriving business, smooth sailing, and enhanced career prospects.*
**In Conclusion**
As demonstrated, both the choice of painting and even the frame color involve intricate knowledge. Each painting significantly influences the Feng Shui of a home or office. Therefore, before hanging any painting, carefully consider the auspicious and inauspicious aspects it might bring. Remember Dr. Zheng’s words: Feng Shui surrounds us.
