
The most important tip in choosing the style and theme of your painting: avoid cultivated, inexpensive clichés. For many, it is tempting to throw the standard repertoire into your shopping basket in furniture stores: the New York skyline, a Buddha head, Audrey Hepburn's profile in Breakfast At Tiffany's... leave those behind.
In terms of theme, it is a good tip to think about images that make you happy with a direct reference to your preferences. Everyone has their own taste. For example: a close-up of a Masai warrior fits well with someone who loves traveling and cultures. An idyllic harbor town fits in with a serene atmosphere, a bustling city evening with party goers, a historic naval battle with antiques lovers and an abstract whole with brightly colored lines is ideal for people who want to give their interior a progressive and modern look. Make sure that visitors to your home can reconcile the theme with your character.