How to Win the Case for Golf Art in Shared Spaces

If you live with someone who doesn’t share your love for golf, getting them to agree to hang golf-inspired art in your main living areas can feel like sinking a 40-foot putt — possible, but it takes strategy. The good news? With the right approach, you can both get what you want: a home that reflects your passions and feels cohesive, stylish, and comfortable for everyone

1. Lead with Design, Not the Scorecard 

If your partner isn’t into golf, a photo of your last round might not win them over. Instead, focus on the artistic quality of the piece. Choose golf artwork with a modern, minimal, or abstract style that complements your home’s aesthetic. When they see it as design first and golf second, the conversation changes.

2. Think Shared Story, Not Solo Statement 

Position the piece as part of your shared life together — maybe it’s a painting of a course you visited on vacation, or a print that reflects the colors and atmosphere of a favorite destination. It’s no longer just “your” art; it’s your story.

3. Start Small, Win Big 

Suggest introducing golf art in a less high-stakes room first — a hallway, reading nook, or home office. Once they see how beautifully it fits the space, it’s easier to get buy-in for more prominent wall

4. Pair It with Their Passions 

A gallery wall mixing golf art with pieces that reflect their interests can make everyone happy. It creates a balanced, shared space that feels curated rather than themed. If you are African American then you may want to display African American Wall art. As a woman I love displaying Women’s golf art.

5. Show the Quality 

Flimsy posters won’t win any style points. Opt for gallery-quality prints with premium framing, archival materials, and a finish that makes it clear this isn’t “sports décor” — its fine art.

6. Avoid the “Man Cave” or “ She- Shed” Trap 

Reassure them you’re not turning the living room into the 19th hole. The art should integrate with your existing décor, not dominate it. That’s how it earns a spot over the sofa instead of in the garage. Invite your partner to help choose the piece. Give them a few curated options you already love so they’re part of the process without being overwhelmed by every possible choice.

Final Thought

The best home design reflects everyone who lives there. By approaching golf art as design that happens to celebrate your passion — and by focusing on shared taste, quality, and storytelling you can bring your love for the game out of the garage and into the heart of your home. Choose elements that inspire you. As a woman, I love seeing Women in golf artwork. At Golf Art Studios, we create pieces that feel at home anywhere — from fairway to foyer — so your passion can be part of the spaces you both enjoy.