Winter is here, and this can leave the garden looking a little drab. Now that the bright blooms of spring and summer are gone and all the autumn leaves have fallen, you might be thinking of ways that you can add some interest to the garden, as well as being beautiful at this time of the year that will also compliment all of the flowers during the summer months.
If this is the case, then sculpture is a great way to add some interest and beauty to the garden. If you are thinking of adding a garden sculpture but don’t know where to begin, here are some of the things to think about that can help you…
Where will you Put the Sculpture?
First of all, you need to decide on where you want to place a sculpture in your garden. The position of the piece is very important as you can use it to enhance the other features of your garden, or you might want a sculpture that contrasts with them.
Think about how your garden looks at various times of the year and how this will impact the appearance of your sculpture.
Make sure that the size of the sculpture is suitable for the area that you want to put it in too. If it is too large it can look domineering and obscure other features of the garden, too small and it could become lost.
Why do you Want the Sculpture?
Consider the reasons for having the sculpture. Do you want to add some contrast to other features in the garden? Do you want to distract attention from a more unsightly part of the garden? Do you want something that fits in with other features in your garden and enhances the overall beauty? This helps you to get onto the right track and choose the right sculpture for you.
Consider the Materials
There are many different materials that can be used for sculpture, and this of course is a big part of the appearance of the sculpture. You also need to be aware of how to care for certain materials and clean them, especially when they are outside. For example, if you were to buy a bronze wildlife sculpture then you should make sure that you know how to care for it to keep it looking good.