Did you know that you don’t have to purchase an expensive frame TV to display art??? Although my dream TV would be the Samsung Frame TV, I’ve been long displaying art on our old NON-smart TV, and I use FREE art!!! How do you make your TV display art for free, you ask? Well, you’ve come to the right place!
I love to stream free art on my TV for holidays, seasons, or just to see beautiful images. It makes that big old black box seem so much more cozy! It sets such a calming tone when I’m by myself at home cleaning and doing things around the house. Streaming free art is also a great way to display beautiful images when you are entertaining!
First of all, if you have a smart TV (one that will stream the internet), you can skip this paragraph. But if you do not have a smart TV, you would need to purchase a streaming device. These can be a Roku, Firestick or other device that allows a TV to stream the internet. Be sure to check which connection the device comes with, and be sure that your TV has that connection! This is typically a HDMI cable, or a USB port. These devices start at about $27.99, and are often on sale! There are many free TV apps that you can use once you have a streaming device, so you can get a lot of entertainment at little cost!
Now You’re Ready To Stream Art!
Once you have your streaming device set up and connected, you can search for apps for TV art. There are many paid ones out there, but there are sources that will make your TV display art for free! If you have Roku device, you can use the app Art Stream for free. My favorite way is to go to YouTube. Navigate to the YouTube app, and search whatever kind of art you are wanting to display.
For example, if you wanted to see winter images, search “free winter TV art”. My absolute favorite kind of art to display is vintage artwork. There are so many amazing pieces of art! This is one of my favorites for winter!
You can search for artwork that matches your decor, like Mid-Century Modern, Farmhouse, traditional, classic, or vintage. You can search by your favorite genre, or kind of artwork, like “free impressionist art for TV”, or “free abstract art for TV”. There is artwork for holidays and seasons, and some even include music!!! I have created a playlist on YouTube of my most favorite free TV art here! Feel free to save it, or use it to create your own playlist!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Will these images burn into your TV? No!!! The images will move to the next image every few minutes, like a slideshow. They will not burn into your TV, or damage it in any way.
How can I stream art to my TV? You can stream art to your TV through apps in your streaming devices, or from YouTube.
Do You Want More Sources for Free Decor In Your Home???
Tweak art to make it match your home!
Transform those old vases you have laying around!
Who knew? This is such a great post for those who do not want to pay for one more “subscription.” To be honest, I do not watch tv and my preference is not to see the tv at all, I am a cabinet person. My husband, not so much, that is why the tv is in his study. Thanks for sharing! Have a great weekend
I know, who would’ve thought! But it’s so easy, and makes that big black box look so much better! Thanks for reading, Elizabeth!
I love this idea, Danielle! It looks fantastic! wE HAVE A FRAME TV AND I NEED TO BE SURE TO DO THIS AT ALL HOLIDAYS, RATHER THAN JUST Christmas!
Right!!! You can stream pretty art all of the time! Thanks for reading!
Great info, thanks for sharing
Thanks so much for reading, Rachel!
Love this! I really like having the digital art, it changes everything!
Digital art sure does change everything, Melba! Thanks for reading!!!
Thank you so much for sharing how to do this. I always wondered how to do it and had no idea it was so easy to do.
It’s so easy, Paula! You should try it!
Wow who knew. You did.
This is great for someone who doesn’t want to buy one more thing.
Haha! Thanks, Cindy! Yes, there’s really no need to buy a new TV!
Such a brilliant idea and a great way to up your decor game for free!
Thanks, Stacey! It really make the TV look so much better!
I did this around Christmas with a fireplace scene. love it since i don’t have a fireplace
Doesn’t it make such a difference in the big old black box! Thanks for reading, Rosemary!
TV art for free, what a brilliant idea! I love that last picture too, so calming and perfect for winter.
Thanks, Jayne! There is such beautiful art out there!
This is brilliant my friend! I am so on board with this idea!
Thank you, Diane! It’s so easy to do, and makes such a difference!
This is so smart! I never think to do this, but would love to try.
Thanks, Marie! There is so much beautiful, free art out there!
this is great information, Danielle, I had no idea. and I took would love one of those Samsungs … not in the cards right now but this is a great alternative. xo
It really is a great alternative! Thanks for reading, Juliet!
What a wonderful idea, Danielle! I love this! Thank you so much for sharing. I can’t wait to try it!
Thanks so much, Lynne! It’s so simple to do!