A professional art hanger needs to know how to hang art on any kind on a wall. It is also essential for an art hanger to have a good artistic eye so they can create professional and aesthetically appealing displays and installations.

An art hanger should be skilled at both math and art. You don't need any kind of formal training to be an art hanger, although many people who do this work begin by having once completed a building related trade. To install art it is helpful to understand hanging systems, framing services, interior design and architecture.