How To Upload Digital Artwork To Your Samsung Frame TV

Art lovers, meet the ultimate blank canvas: your television. If you own a Samsung Frame TV, you already know it's more than a screen — it’s a display-ready art frame. With a few simple steps, you can upload digital artwork and transform your TV into a curated gallery wall that reflects your personal style.

Whether you’re aiming to bring harmony to a minimalist space or introduce a splash of coastal cool to a neutral interior, your Frame TV can be the anchor. And if you're exploring downloadable artwork for this exact purpose, Julia Contacessi’s digital collection is designed with spaces like yours in mind.

In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how to upload artwork to your Samsung Frame TV and make the most of its aesthetic capabilities — no technical background needed.

Why Use a Samsung Frame TV for Art?

Samsung's Frame TV was created to bridge the gap between technology and interior design. When not in use, it enters Art Mode, showcasing your chosen artwork instead of sitting as a blank screen. It mounts flush to the wall, has customizable bezels, and mimics the appearance of a real frame.

What makes this experience even more powerful is the ability to upload your own digital artwork, which means you aren’t limited to Samsung’s gallery subscriptions or generic options. You can personalize the display with art that truly speaks to you.

Step-by-Step: How to Upload Digital Art to the Frame TV

To get started, you’ll need:

• A Samsung Frame TV (2017 model or newer)
• A Samsung account
• The SmartThings app (iOS or Android)
• Digital artwork in JPEG format (3840x2160 pixels recommended for 4K TVs)

Step 1: Prepare Your Digital Art File

Choose artwork you love. Look for high-resolution digital files with an aspect ratio that fits your screen (typically 16:9 for landscape mode). Julia Contacessi’s digital downloads are formatted with this in mind — bold compositions, rich color, and just the right dimensions.

Want a calming abstract piece to ground your living room? Or something with luminous texture to warm up a neutral space? Start here: Explore Julia’s Digital Downloads →

Step 2: Download and Open the SmartThings App

If you haven’t already, download the Samsung SmartThings app from your app store. Log in with your Samsung account and connect it to your Frame TV. This app acts as your control center for uploading and customizing artwork.

Make sure your phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 3: Connect to Your Frame TV

• Open the SmartThings app.
• Tap the “+” icon to add a device.
• Choose “TV” > “Samsung” > Your model.
• Once connected, select the TV device from the dashboard.
• Tap Art Mode.

From here, you're ready to upload your own pieces.

Step 4: Add Artwork from Your Device

• Tap My Collection > Add Your Photos.
• Select images from your phone gallery.
• Tap Save on The Frame.

After uploading, you can customize how the image is displayed with options for mats, filters, and brightness.

Pro tip: Keep the brightness low and use a soft white mat for a gallery look. Julia’s artworks are especially powerful when allowed to breathe with subtle framing.

Step 5: Set Your Display Preferences

Once uploaded, choose:

• How long the art stays before switching (single image or slideshow).
• Whether to display with or without a mat.
• Whether to rotate pieces seasonally or manually.

This is where digital downloads truly shine. You can refresh your space in seconds by swapping in a new composition. Feeling moody and introspective? Display a deep-hued piece. Hosting guests in spring? Switch to a light, coastal abstract.

Stay tuned — my first surface design collection is coming soon.

Matching Your Art to Your Space

Now that your digital art is live, take a moment to step back and evaluate the room. Does the tone of the artwork mirror the textures and palette in the space? Does it bring balance to the furniture and lighting?

Here are a few styling ideas using Julia Contacessi’s digital downloads:

• Unbiased
• Wondering No. 1
• Sage Wisdom
• Cotton Candy Dreams
• Blushing Breeze

Because these are digital files, you’re not tied to just one look. Rotate artwork with the seasons, your mood, or even for special occasions.

What About Mat Options and Filters?

Samsung offers multiple mat styles to enhance the artwork, from shadow boxes to minimalist flat mats. Some pieces, like Julia’s, with delicate textures and gradients, work best with minimal or no mat at all to preserve their immersive effect.

Experiment freely — that’s the beauty of digital. Try both a white float mat and a dark-edge frame to see which version highlights the artwork best in your space.

Quick Troubleshooting Tips

• Image not uploading? Make sure it’s under 20MB and in JPEG format.
• Wrong size or cropped display? Stick to 3840x2160 pixels to match the Frame TV’s 4K resolution.
• TV not connecting to SmartThings? Restart both devices and ensure they’re on the same Wi-Fi.

Beyond the Living Room

Your Frame TV isn’t just for one space. People are now adding them to:

• Bedrooms for a calming night display.
• Kitchens with seasonal or botanical artwork.
• Hallways or entries as subtle rotating galleries.

Every placement is a chance to add beauty to your home, with no nails, no clutter, and no commitment.

Final Thoughts

Uploading digital artwork to your Samsung Frame TV isn’t just a fun tech trick — it’s a meaningful way to integrate beauty into your everyday environment. And with thoughtfully created digital pieces like those by Julia Contacessi, you’re not just filling a space; you’re creating an experience.

Art no longer belongs only on the wall — it belongs everywhere.

Want to explore more? Browse Julia’s full digital collection here →

And don’t forget: Stay tuned — my first surface design collection is coming soon.