A modern framed canvas art piece featuring textured gray patterns on a white background is set in light wood. It elegantly hangs against a dark wall above white paneling, while tall green grass-like plants add a touch of nature to the scene from the foreground on the left side.
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DIY Framed Canvas Art

ByLisa

Art can be expensive, but I am here to show you how to DIY framed canvas art for free! That’s right folks, free. Over the last few months we have been working hard on renovating our upstairs hallway and giving everything a fresh, modern feel. While I have shared a lot of the details on our new stairs, gallery wall and linen closet, today I want to show you how to DIY your own piece of framed canvas art! This was the final piece in my hallway design and I was so excited to not only save on the budget, but I was able to repurpose and recycle items I already had. You ready to see how I did it?

A framed DIY canvas art piece hangs on a dark wall above white wainscoting. The framed canvas features a textured, abstract gray and white design. A green plant is partially visible in the foreground.This post contains affiliate links. For more information, please see my policies.

DIY Framed Canvas Art Supplies

Art Canvas
Wood
Paint
Sponge
Joint Compound (optional)
Sander
Nail Gun
Table Saw
Miter Saw
Tape Measure

Step 1

Find a piece of art canvas. I recycled a mass produced canvas art print I already had. This print was a favorite of mine at one time, but my style has evolved and it has been collecting dust in the basement for a few years. If you aren’t the borderline hoarder that I am, thrift stores or FB Marketplace are great options to buy second hand, or you can simply pick up a blank canvas from the craft store. This is what my canvas looked like when I started. A large framed canvas art of a city skyline with bridges graces a wooden table in the dining room. The room features a modern chandelier, a black bench, and decorative wall mirrors, creating an elegant and contemporary atmosphere.

Step 2

Paint your canvas. Since I chose to recycle a canvas I already had, I first painted over the existing print. I used white interior paint I had on hand, but needed several coats. I also decided to give it some texture, so, you guessed it, I got fottery with it! If you missed my adventures in fottery, you can catch up here. A long, rectangular wooden board on a table, coated with a layer of white primer, resembles a framed canvas art piece. The surface appears smooth and ready for painting. In the background, various tools and equipment are visible in a workshop setting.

But the cliffs note version is joint compound. I spread a thin layer of joint compound with a flat chip paint brush to give texture to items like vases, Christmas trees, and faux planters. I must admit, I might have a problem. Currently I have 14 pieces of fottery on display around the house…..please, don’t judge me. A large white bucket of Sheetrock brand All Purpose Joint Compound sits on a wooden floor, next to framed canvas art in the background. The label is printed in English and Spanish.

Here is a close up of the texture on my art canvas. This step is definitely optional, but I think is adds something extra. Textured white wall with visible brush strokes forming various intersecting diagonal patterns. The matte finish creates a subtle play of light and shadow, reminiscent of framed canvas art in its intricate detailing.

Step 3

Paint your canvas again. Now it’s time to show off your art skills. You definitely do not need to be a Picasso to do this, so don’t be intimidated! I chose to use a sponge and some extra gray paint I had on hand from the fireplace fiasco, and went to town on my canvas varying the amount of paint and pressure I used. I allowed some areas to overlap creating another element of texture. A blue can of Sherwin-Williams SuperPaint sits on a wooden table, accompanied by a blue sponge. In the background, slightly out of focus, shelves display various items, including framed canvas art that adds an artistic touch to the scene.

A textured, rectangular tabletop in progress, painted in a distressed gray and white pattern resembling framed canvas art, rests on a smooth surface. The logo "Garrison Street Design Studio" is faintly visible in the corner.

Step 4

Cut wood to frame the canvas. Like most home improvement supplies, we have a stash of scrap wood in the garage. My canvas was fairly long and the only scraps I had that fit the bill were from my DIY art ledge. I only had one piece, but I was able to make it work by sending it through the table saw to get two thinner pieces out of it. A Ryobi table saw hums in a garage, effortlessly slicing through a long wooden plank. Sawdust is scattered like fine art on the concrete floor around the setup. Shelves in the background hold additional wood pieces, echoing the precision of framed canvas art.

I then cut my scraps down to length with the miter saw. If you don’t have any scrap wood for this step, you could use 1x1s or 1x2s and cut those to size instead. A power miter saw, bearing the Ryobi brand name, is actively cutting a piece of wood. The spinning blade is captured in motion, with sawdust accumulating around the tool like a framed canvas art in progress.

After my wood was cut to size, I gave all the pieces a quick sanding to make sure there were no rough edges. An orange and black Black & Decker sander with a dust collection bag attached rests on a white surface beside a piece of light-colored wood, resembling the smooth texture of framed canvas art. Dust is visible on both the table and the sander.

Step 5

Attach the frame to the canvas. Art canvases are framed out on the back side with wood, which makes attaching a frame super simple. For this step, I used our nail gun to attach the frame to the canvas. A nail gun with an orange and black design is connected to a yellow air hose, resting on a wooden floor. Beside it lies a piece of plywood, its textured surface reminiscent of gray painted framed canvas art.

Step 6

Hang your art and enjoy! This is always my favorite step 😉

A minimalist interior design boasts a dark vase with tall green grass-like plants against a black and white paneled wall. Above, framed canvas art in shades of gray and white adds an abstract touch. The wall features the "Garrison Street design studio" watermark.

This project was super simple and literally did not cost me a dime. It finished off our new modern hallway design giving great contrast between the canvas art and the new dark walls which I am totally obsessed with! If you want to see more video and all my behind the scenes, check out my Instagram stories!A modern interior with black and white walls showcases a striking framed canvas art piece. A tall green plant in a black pot sits on a stand nearby, adding a touch of nature. In the background, hints of an inviting living area are visible, completing this harmonious space.

A close-up of a textured framed canvas art featuring a grid-like pattern of off-white and gray blocks. The design resembles a patchwork of varying shades and textures, creating an abstract, weathered appearance.

A room features framed canvas art depicting a black wall design and a photo of a cityscape painting before it was painted over. A plant in a black pot sits beside the wall, while part of a black and white rug graces the dark wooden floor.

A minimalist framed canvas art piece with a textured gray brick pattern is mounted on a black wall. Below it, white paneling adds contrast. A green plant in a vase stands to the left, providing a touch of nature.

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Modern staircase with light wood steps and white panel walls. A black handrail runs along the side, complemented by framed canvas art that adds a touch of elegance. A potted plant on a small stool decorates the landing, while a black door is visible at the top of the stairs.

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A DIY framed canvas art piece adorns a dark wall, showcasing a textured abstract print in gray and white tones. "DIY Framed Canvas Art" appears as text overlay alongside a website URL. Lush green plants add a touch of nature to the scene, completing the artistic display.

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