Black and white prints are my secret weapon for decorating on a budget. They go with any wall color you have, any frame you own and any room you want to refresh, and they never look out of style.
You can print them at home on plain cardstock too. No colored ink needed!
I gathered 12 black and white printables in different styles: four free farmhouse sets I made myself, plus one-line drawings, modern ink art and typography prints from Creative Fabrica.
My four sets are completely free, with no sign-up. You can download the Creative Fabrica prints free as part of your first 10 free downloads with a Creative Fabrica free trial.
Tip: Want a quote that isn’t here? My free Curved Text Generator makes arched text you can print or cut with your Cricut.
How to Print Black and White Wall Art
- Pick the file that matches the frame you have. 8 x 10 and 11 x 14 inches are the most common sizes.
- Print on bright white cardstock or matte photo paper at Actual size / 100%.
- Choose black ink only / grayscale in your printer settings. The blacks stay crisp, and you save your color ink.
- For posters (16 x 20 inches and up), send the file to a print shop. A crisp black line looks so much better at that size.
If you’re making a gallery wall, you can mix thin black frames with natural wood. The black and white prints tie everything together for you.
12 Printable Black and White Wall Art Prints
My four free farmhouse sets come first, followed by my favorite Creative Fabrica prints from modern art to cute typography.
1. Farmhouse Family Quotes (Set of 9)
Best Free Farmhouse Set
I made 9 family quote prints, like “Some call it chaos, we call it family” and “Every family has a story, welcome to ours”.
You can hang them in the living room or the hallway, or give one in a thrifted frame as an easy housewarming gift.
2. Farmhouse Kitchen Quotes (Set of 9)
Best for the Kitchen
9 kitchen quotes, from sweet (“The secret ingredient is always love”) to cheeky (“Today’s menu: eat it or starve”).
My favorite is “Life is short, lick the spoon”. If you bake a lot, you need it above your baking shelf!
3. Funny Bathroom Signs (Set of 10)
Funniest Prints
10 funny bathroom signs your guests will giggle at, like “Hello sweet cheeks” and “Wash your hands (no, seriously)”.
One small frame on the back of the toilet is all you need, and you can swap the quote whenever you get bored of it.
4. Laundry Room Signs (Set of 11)
Best for the Laundry Room
11 laundry room prints, like “Laundry today or naked tomorrow” and a laundry schedule that ends with “Iron: yeah, right”.
There’s also a vintage “Laundry Room, self-service” sign that looks great in a big frame above the washer.
5. Black and White Ink Prints
Most Modern
Moody ink-wash landscapes with a little black moon. They feel like gallery art, not a printable!
If you like a calm, modern look, you’ll love them as a pair above your sofa or bed.
6. Scribbled Butterfly Print
Best Statement Print
A big butterfly drawn in loose black scribbles. Up close it’s messy and artsy; from across the room it’s bold and graphic.
You could hang it in a bedroom, a bathroom or your craft room.
7. New York Skyline One-Line Art
Best One-Line Art
The New York skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge, drawn in one continuous line.
It comes as SVG, PNG, EPS, PDF and JPG, so you can print it or cut it in vinyl with your Cricut.
8. Hiker One-Line Art
Best for Adventurers
A hiker reading a map, with the trail winding away from their feet. It’s simple and peaceful, and you can almost hear the birds.
I’d frame it for someone who loves the outdoors. It comes in the same five file types as the skyline.
9. Motivational Quote Prints (Set of 4)
Best for an Office
4 matching 8 x 10 prints: “Dream big”, “Work hard”, “Stay positive” and “Make it happen”, in a pretty script with small leaf accents.
Hang them in a 2 x 2 grid above your desk, and you get a little push every time you sit down.
10. Dogs Are the Best People Print
Best for Dog Lovers
Bold hand lettering, little paw prints and a dachshund at the bottom. Every dog mom needs this one!
Put it by your leash hooks or above your pup’s bed, and you’re done.
11. Whimsical Striped Cat
Most Playful
A funny cat with extra-long striped legs, hanging upside down. It made me smile the second I saw it.
It’s a fun pick for a kids’ room, a reading nook or any cat lover’s home.
12. Love Heart Print
Best Minimal Print
A simple black heart with “Love” in white script. It’s minimal, so you can put it anywhere you like.
It comes in 8 x 10, 11 x 14 and 12 x 15 inches, so it’s easy to find a frame for it.
Black and White Printable Wall Art FAQs
Is this black and white wall art free?
Yes. My four farmhouse sets are completely free with no sign-up. You can download the Creative Fabrica prints free as part of your first 10 free downloads with a Creative Fabrica free trial.
Can I print black and white wall art at home?
Yes. Set your printer to grayscale or black ink only, and use bright white cardstock or matte photo paper. For prints bigger than 11 x 14 inches, a print shop will give you sharper lines.
What frames go with black and white prints?
Thin black frames look modern, natural wood looks farmhouse, and white frames look light and airy. Black and white art works with all three, so you can mix them on a gallery wall.
Can I cut the line art with my Cricut?
Yes, if the listing includes an SVG. The two one-line drawings come with SVG files, so you can cut them from vinyl for a wall, a mirror or a tote bag.
