Apelles works with several experienced technicians to assist with picture hanging countrywide. Hanging pictures well, especially groups of them can be transformative to the paintings and the overall design of a room. An experienced hanger will have the benefit of looking at your home with fresh eyes to find the most pleasing arrangement that may not at first be obvious. Installation of pictures with heavy or ornate frames, and large mirrors are best handled by professionals for the safety of your artwork and the walls they are being fixed to. A professional hanger can advise on the most secure fixtures for your home and will have the appropriate equipment for challenging hanging spots such as stairwells. Picture rails are a good solution for those who have walls that the pictures cannot be directly attached to, or who have a collection that is often changing. Apelles can arrange for the installation of paintings outside of working hours or on weekends for convenience to clients.  

As well as hanging the correct lighting is an essential and too often overlooked aspect of properly displaying an artwork. Whether you are looking for a traditional style picture light for a single Old Master, or to light an entire collection of contemporary art we can find the right solution for you. The technology in lighting has evolved greatly in the last twenty years and as such a modern system will provide better illumination more efficiently. Old picture light housings can be retrofitted with the latest LED lights, so you can have the best technology that doesn’t look out of place in a period setting. Good lighting with a tasteful fixture and light correctly dispersed across the whole canvas will show your artwork to its fullest potential. We have examples of different lighting options at our office which you are welcome to come in and discuss.