Have you ever just wanted to make a statement through your interior decor choices? Such a statement can be very easy with a smart and savvy art selection for any one of the walls within your home. Certainly, you are going to want to make a bit of an art choice that will speak of your tastes and personality. However, there is nothing wrong with stepping outside of the box every once in a while and doing something that is a little bit different than the type of art that you would normally choose for your home, apartment or even the office.
Sometimes, something as simple as a terrific grouping of framed art can be just the thing to change the entire look of a room. You are guaranteed to see that a wonderful grouping can be a fabulous way to draw the attention to that area, making a nice focal point for anyone who lays eyes on it. Finding a trio of framed prints by one of your favorite artists might be a whole lot easier than you would think, especially when you take into account how many amazing choices are available for shopping online.
If you happen to be a person who is somewhat animated, you can always go with a bold splash of color with your framed grouping. Although cartoon-like images might be the first thing to come to mind, there is no reason why you cannot have a selection of sophisticated pieces that really pop with color!
Friday, February 23, 2007
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
Time To Hang It Up!
So, you have no problem at all when it comes to choosing all of your favorite art pieces to decorate your home with, but how are you with your hanging skills. After all, a painting is only as good as the look that it has once it is on your wall! The last thing you want is to have an incredible framed print or oil painting that you have been dying to get, only to have it hung up in a crazy manner on one of the walls within your home, apartment or office space. Luckily for all of those people who aren't sure how to hang up their wall art, there are a couple of tips that you can follow to ensure a great look every time.
Do you have a problem when you are trying to find just the right position to hang a piece of art on your wall? Sometimes it can be confusing when you are trying to figure out if you have something position too high or too low. A nice rule of thumb to go by is making sure that the center of the piece is right about eye level for the average adult. Certainly, you will have to tweak this tip from time to time depending on the size of the painting itself as well as the height of your room of choice.
Another good thing to look for is the amount of lighting that you have in the area that you are thinking of decorating with wall art. The last thing you want is for your precious piece of art to get lost in a room without proper lighting. In this case, you can always use accent lighting to boost the look of the wall space!
Do you have a problem when you are trying to find just the right position to hang a piece of art on your wall? Sometimes it can be confusing when you are trying to figure out if you have something position too high or too low. A nice rule of thumb to go by is making sure that the center of the piece is right about eye level for the average adult. Certainly, you will have to tweak this tip from time to time depending on the size of the painting itself as well as the height of your room of choice.
Another good thing to look for is the amount of lighting that you have in the area that you are thinking of decorating with wall art. The last thing you want is for your precious piece of art to get lost in a room without proper lighting. In this case, you can always use accent lighting to boost the look of the wall space!
Getting Your Children Interested In Art Early On
Have you happened to notice that your child seems to be taking quite an interest in how their room is decorated at home? Sometimes children are longing for something a little extra in terms of expressing themselves through their decor. When you find that your son or daughter is looking to have a say in the design and decor that goes into their bedroom, you might want to let them explore and see what happens.
It is true that you are never too young or too old to be interested in art. As a matter of fact, introducing your children to art at a very early age can help them tremendously in terms of creativity. Because art is such a lovely way to express yourself, it is no wonder why so many children become interested in all of the aspects of art. When you find that there is a gallery showing in your local area, why not see about bringing your child along with you? Don't be afraid to talk with them about all of the colors and different styles on display!
When it comes to their room at home, a terrific idea is letting your child choose the color palette. In addition to that, you can always go the extra mile by letting them choose some incredible framed prints to hang on their walls. They might even be interested in a couple of small sculpture pieces. Art can be a great way to not only open up your child's mind, but a terrific way for the two of you to bond as well.
It is true that you are never too young or too old to be interested in art. As a matter of fact, introducing your children to art at a very early age can help them tremendously in terms of creativity. Because art is such a lovely way to express yourself, it is no wonder why so many children become interested in all of the aspects of art. When you find that there is a gallery showing in your local area, why not see about bringing your child along with you? Don't be afraid to talk with them about all of the colors and different styles on display!
When it comes to their room at home, a terrific idea is letting your child choose the color palette. In addition to that, you can always go the extra mile by letting them choose some incredible framed prints to hang on their walls. They might even be interested in a couple of small sculpture pieces. Art can be a great way to not only open up your child's mind, but a terrific way for the two of you to bond as well.
Monday, February 19, 2007
Canvas Art Could Be Your Favorite Accessory
You do not necessarily have to be an art expert in order to know what works and what doesn't within your living space. Many times, people like to purchase art solely because it speaks to them and not just because somebody told them that they should like it or buy it. Once you find a certain style that you happen to be very fond of, you just might find yourself on a bit of a spending spree until you have gathered up quite a collection. When it comes to great choices in wall decor, you could see that canvas art will be one of your favorite choices.
Having a nice collection of canvas art in your living space can speak to you on so many different levels. You will have the feeling of comfort each and every time you lay eyes on your chosen pieces of canvas art. In addition to that, each particular piece is almost guaranteed to spark up all sorts of interesting conversations with the guests who have a chance to visit your home.
With some many artists choices available, it is no wonder that canvas art is so popular with those who love to use art to express themselves. You can always go with something breathtaking such as a Monet or even subtle with a Van Gogh. Still life, portraits, florals and more are all waiting for you in the incredible world of wall art. All you have to do is find enough room on your walls at home to display everything that you purchase!
Having a nice collection of canvas art in your living space can speak to you on so many different levels. You will have the feeling of comfort each and every time you lay eyes on your chosen pieces of canvas art. In addition to that, each particular piece is almost guaranteed to spark up all sorts of interesting conversations with the guests who have a chance to visit your home.
With some many artists choices available, it is no wonder that canvas art is so popular with those who love to use art to express themselves. You can always go with something breathtaking such as a Monet or even subtle with a Van Gogh. Still life, portraits, florals and more are all waiting for you in the incredible world of wall art. All you have to do is find enough room on your walls at home to display everything that you purchase!
Friday, February 16, 2007
We're All the Same But Different
No one captures the beauty of diversity better than James Rizzo. His whimsical creations have been delighting collectors for years now.
He is best known for his 3-D artwork where he typically made an etching then printed it twice and hand colored it. One etching was then placed on top of another one and slightly moved over so the other etching could be clearly seen underneath. Windows in buildings, photos, picture frames and various other items would be cut out of the top artwork so the bottom artwork could shine through, enhancing the 3-D appeal of the artwork.
His other serigraphs include the highly detailed, "We're All the Same But Different" has a huge number of individuals with each one doing something different. All of the individuals in the artwork are at a party and each one is wearing something different and drinking something different from everyone else. There are people with flasks, glasses and bottles. This would make an outstanding addition to a living room or a central piece in your bar area.
This serigraph would make an equally good gift if you're looking for an unusual gift for a special friend. When you have a serigraph matted and framed at Gallery Direct, only museum quality archival items are used. The print is protected from touching the mat and therefore no acids can exchange in the papers so there is no break down of the papers used for both matting and the serigraph itself.
With the dark black outlines, a simple black frame would be outstanding for displaying this piece.Choose a double mat that picks up different colors in the piece and you'll have a memorable piece of art for your wall.
He is best known for his 3-D artwork where he typically made an etching then printed it twice and hand colored it. One etching was then placed on top of another one and slightly moved over so the other etching could be clearly seen underneath. Windows in buildings, photos, picture frames and various other items would be cut out of the top artwork so the bottom artwork could shine through, enhancing the 3-D appeal of the artwork.
His other serigraphs include the highly detailed, "We're All the Same But Different" has a huge number of individuals with each one doing something different. All of the individuals in the artwork are at a party and each one is wearing something different and drinking something different from everyone else. There are people with flasks, glasses and bottles. This would make an outstanding addition to a living room or a central piece in your bar area.
This serigraph would make an equally good gift if you're looking for an unusual gift for a special friend. When you have a serigraph matted and framed at Gallery Direct, only museum quality archival items are used. The print is protected from touching the mat and therefore no acids can exchange in the papers so there is no break down of the papers used for both matting and the serigraph itself.
With the dark black outlines, a simple black frame would be outstanding for displaying this piece.Choose a double mat that picks up different colors in the piece and you'll have a memorable piece of art for your wall.
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Yes, The Little Things Count
When you're pulling together the entire look of a room, you can use small elements in your design to make the entire look blend and flow as a whole.
When you're adding pieces to your room. Consider the design impact of every single item you bring into the room no matter how small or needed purely for function. For example, if you find you need shelving, a great addition to any room are ornately scrolled brackets. You can do so much more with them than you might think. They can be used as focal points on walls, used for pure function to create shelving that is very individual to your decor, used to set off a fireplace mantel, draw attention to a doorway or highlight an artwork on your wall.
Another way to add a "little" flair to your room is to add a small mirror or even better a small collection of mirrors. Mirrors can do the job of adding the illusion of space to your walls as well as adding some character to your decor. They also reflect light and will automatically brighten a room.
Small statues work wonderfully in most rooms. Put them on a shelf or on a table beside a lamp. If you have a small collection small statues or sculptures, display them in a lighted curio cabinet for extra impact in your room.
There are so many ways to use small items to make your space more "you". If you have a love of small dogs for example, a small lithograph of your favorite breed will meld beautifully into your decor and your interior will still have your personal design stamp.
When you're adding pieces to your room. Consider the design impact of every single item you bring into the room no matter how small or needed purely for function. For example, if you find you need shelving, a great addition to any room are ornately scrolled brackets. You can do so much more with them than you might think. They can be used as focal points on walls, used for pure function to create shelving that is very individual to your decor, used to set off a fireplace mantel, draw attention to a doorway or highlight an artwork on your wall.
Another way to add a "little" flair to your room is to add a small mirror or even better a small collection of mirrors. Mirrors can do the job of adding the illusion of space to your walls as well as adding some character to your decor. They also reflect light and will automatically brighten a room.
Small statues work wonderfully in most rooms. Put them on a shelf or on a table beside a lamp. If you have a small collection small statues or sculptures, display them in a lighted curio cabinet for extra impact in your room.
There are so many ways to use small items to make your space more "you". If you have a love of small dogs for example, a small lithograph of your favorite breed will meld beautifully into your decor and your interior will still have your personal design stamp.
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Spring is Coming Soon!
Spring will soon be upon us and if you don't have time to go till up your yard to make a garden area, a great solution can be the creative placement of planters around your yard. Not all plants do well in planters but you can make a glorious springtime presentation in your yard if you choose your plants wisely. Whether you choose small, medium, large or extra-large planters, you can make a great display.
In a small planter, put delicate looking violets. For as fragile as they look, they are really quite hardy plants and if you're the type that doesn't remember to water your plants on a regular basis, violets are very forgiving. If you'd like something a little aromatic, try planting some lavender. It has a delicate scent that attracts hummingbirds in the early morning and late afternoon hours as well as butterflies and bumble bees. Two herbs that make a nice presentation in a planter are Rue and Feverfew. Both will produce a lot of leaves and masses of small delicate flowers.
Wild flowers also look nice in planters. When you buy the mixed packets, you are never sure exactly what you'll get but generally they begin blooming in the mid-to late spring and continue until the late summer. Bulb flowers such as tulips and jonquils do very well in planters and if you live in a cooler climate, they will thrive. In the winter, many people advise to dig up your bulbs and wrap them in dry paper and store them in a cool, dark area like a basement or a cupboard in your utility room.
Bring the blooms of spring indoors to your walls with a beautiful piece of artwork that is literally dripping with fresh colors. A gorgeous piece with flowers all around will bring the freshness of spring into your home.
In a small planter, put delicate looking violets. For as fragile as they look, they are really quite hardy plants and if you're the type that doesn't remember to water your plants on a regular basis, violets are very forgiving. If you'd like something a little aromatic, try planting some lavender. It has a delicate scent that attracts hummingbirds in the early morning and late afternoon hours as well as butterflies and bumble bees. Two herbs that make a nice presentation in a planter are Rue and Feverfew. Both will produce a lot of leaves and masses of small delicate flowers.
Wild flowers also look nice in planters. When you buy the mixed packets, you are never sure exactly what you'll get but generally they begin blooming in the mid-to late spring and continue until the late summer. Bulb flowers such as tulips and jonquils do very well in planters and if you live in a cooler climate, they will thrive. In the winter, many people advise to dig up your bulbs and wrap them in dry paper and store them in a cool, dark area like a basement or a cupboard in your utility room.
Bring the blooms of spring indoors to your walls with a beautiful piece of artwork that is literally dripping with fresh colors. A gorgeous piece with flowers all around will bring the freshness of spring into your home.
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Need More Space? Shelve That Idea!
It's no secret that wall shelves can do wonders when you are looking to add some extra storage space to any of the rooms within your home. While this is true, wall shelves can also be wonderful when you are looking to find great ways to give your decor a little boost.
A great way to set off a wall shelf set is to display a single sculpture or perhaps a set of framed artworks. A single piece on a shelf will lend the idea that the piece is not only unique but also valuable. If you want to further enhance the illusion, choose a reproduction print that is printed on canvas and enhanced with brush strokes. To all but the trained eye, this type of print often is mistaken for an actual artwork. Other people just don't like prints and prefer an artwork on canvas. Printed reproduction piece or not. Many of the canvas pieces are signed by the original artist, just like the original painting as well, increasing the value in many cases of the reproduction piece, especially in the case of a limited edition run where only a set amount are numbered and signed.
If you want to add a touch of "you" to your room. Put a collection of sentimental photos or items on a wall shelf. You could include your now-grown children's first hand prints cast in plaster beside their own children's hand prints to show off both your kids and your grand kids. Other fun items include vacation photos, weddings and more. If it has sentimental value, include it.
A great way to set off a wall shelf set is to display a single sculpture or perhaps a set of framed artworks. A single piece on a shelf will lend the idea that the piece is not only unique but also valuable. If you want to further enhance the illusion, choose a reproduction print that is printed on canvas and enhanced with brush strokes. To all but the trained eye, this type of print often is mistaken for an actual artwork. Other people just don't like prints and prefer an artwork on canvas. Printed reproduction piece or not. Many of the canvas pieces are signed by the original artist, just like the original painting as well, increasing the value in many cases of the reproduction piece, especially in the case of a limited edition run where only a set amount are numbered and signed.
If you want to add a touch of "you" to your room. Put a collection of sentimental photos or items on a wall shelf. You could include your now-grown children's first hand prints cast in plaster beside their own children's hand prints to show off both your kids and your grand kids. Other fun items include vacation photos, weddings and more. If it has sentimental value, include it.
Monday, February 12, 2007
Decorating A Room with Large Walls
Making a small room seem larger is a well-known and often used decorating trick. A less used but much needed skill when decorating your room is the ability to make a large wall with high ceilings seem cozy without making the room seem closed in or substantially smaller.
Putting up a large impact piece is one way to break up the monotony a large wall can sometimes bring to a room. A replica piece such as a Claude Monet classic Poppies done in a huge 42-inch by 53-inch artwork will make a stunning impact piece on your wall. The brightness of the piece with an elegant museum quality frame will not only give you the impact you seek for your wall space but an artwork that will last for years upon years to come because it is made from archival items. The print is also printed on canvas and then brush stroked to with a heavy bristled brush to give it an air of realism.
Claude Monet is a still a very popular artist for collectors, however he wasn't as popular in his day. In fact, his first showing of his impressionist art was so ill-received that a near riot ensued and his first outing as a professional artist was considered a total and absolute flop. Undaunted and completely believing in his style of expression, he continued to develop his loose style of painting and eventually influenced an entire generation of painters and continues to be considered the Father of the Impressionist movement to this day. If you don't want to do a huge impact piece, an alternate route you can take is to create a large impact piece from many smaller pieces.
If you have a large wall that is giving you a headache trying to incorporate it into your decor scheme, use these tips and use your wall to give your room some impact!
Putting up a large impact piece is one way to break up the monotony a large wall can sometimes bring to a room. A replica piece such as a Claude Monet classic Poppies done in a huge 42-inch by 53-inch artwork will make a stunning impact piece on your wall. The brightness of the piece with an elegant museum quality frame will not only give you the impact you seek for your wall space but an artwork that will last for years upon years to come because it is made from archival items. The print is also printed on canvas and then brush stroked to with a heavy bristled brush to give it an air of realism.
Claude Monet is a still a very popular artist for collectors, however he wasn't as popular in his day. In fact, his first showing of his impressionist art was so ill-received that a near riot ensued and his first outing as a professional artist was considered a total and absolute flop. Undaunted and completely believing in his style of expression, he continued to develop his loose style of painting and eventually influenced an entire generation of painters and continues to be considered the Father of the Impressionist movement to this day. If you don't want to do a huge impact piece, an alternate route you can take is to create a large impact piece from many smaller pieces.
If you have a large wall that is giving you a headache trying to incorporate it into your decor scheme, use these tips and use your wall to give your room some impact!
Friday, February 09, 2007
A Gift to Thrill the Little Girl Within
No matter if she's five or fifty, you'll have to agree most women have a youthful magic inside. If you have a gift to purchase, no matter if she's young or old, she'll cherish one of the best loved lines from the movie, "Cinderella"; "A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes".
This wise bit of prose is immortalized in a beautiful sculpture by Dusty Horner. This piece takes the shape of the Pumpkin Coach from the famous Bibbity Bobbity Boo" scene where Cinderellas Fairy Godmother turns Cinderella into a beautiful Princess. Her Rags turn into a Ball Gown, a Pumpkin transforms into a Coach to whisk her off to the Princes Ball, and several Mice are turned into the coachmen. Cinderella, is surrounded by her friendly birds, and you can still see the magic effects twirling around her!
The entire piece is set in clear a clear resin that mimics hand blown glass and it topped with a golden top to resemble a pumpkin. The non-roll base will keep your sculpture where ever she chooses to display it.
To make the sculpture within highlight, display this piece either under a lamp or with a light shining behind it. It will cause the pieces within to catch the light and appear to glow from within. If you want to give a gift of magic, even for the little girl that still resides within yourself; this will make a wonderful addition to your room.
This wise bit of prose is immortalized in a beautiful sculpture by Dusty Horner. This piece takes the shape of the Pumpkin Coach from the famous Bibbity Bobbity Boo" scene where Cinderellas Fairy Godmother turns Cinderella into a beautiful Princess. Her Rags turn into a Ball Gown, a Pumpkin transforms into a Coach to whisk her off to the Princes Ball, and several Mice are turned into the coachmen. Cinderella, is surrounded by her friendly birds, and you can still see the magic effects twirling around her!
The entire piece is set in clear a clear resin that mimics hand blown glass and it topped with a golden top to resemble a pumpkin. The non-roll base will keep your sculpture where ever she chooses to display it.
To make the sculpture within highlight, display this piece either under a lamp or with a light shining behind it. It will cause the pieces within to catch the light and appear to glow from within. If you want to give a gift of magic, even for the little girl that still resides within yourself; this will make a wonderful addition to your room.
Thursday, February 08, 2007
Thinking Ahead to Spring
Feeling a little winter-weary? With so many days of snow and ice, the world of white outside can leave you longing for the warmer and more colorful days of spring. Even though outdoors doesn't acknowledge it just yet, spring is indeed on her way and it's never too early to start planning to make a few changes to your decor.
You can begin to feel a little housebound when it's too cold to go outside for extended periods of time and you can get a little tired of watching television and checking your email. Use your time to plan some updates to the room you are in the most, your living room.
If you feel your living room is a little dull and boring. You can brighten it up with just a few splashes of color. A new valance with a bright background color and add a couple of new pillows to your sofa or love seat that also bring a bright color of your choosing into the room. An area rug is another great way to add a splash of color to your room and bring up little used colors and mellow out colors that might be getting overexposed in your decor.
Another fun way to bring in spring is to add a painting full of life. It doesn't have to be a springtime floral scene; you can add wild dancers in spicy costumes or a whimsical cat looking out of a shop window. Many people enjoy adding a large painting over their sofa that mimics the season outside. Consider a reproduction of a countryside view from your childhood days when life was a lot more simple.
Use these tips and update your room to a fun spring feel - remember warmer days are on their way!
You can begin to feel a little housebound when it's too cold to go outside for extended periods of time and you can get a little tired of watching television and checking your email. Use your time to plan some updates to the room you are in the most, your living room.
If you feel your living room is a little dull and boring. You can brighten it up with just a few splashes of color. A new valance with a bright background color and add a couple of new pillows to your sofa or love seat that also bring a bright color of your choosing into the room. An area rug is another great way to add a splash of color to your room and bring up little used colors and mellow out colors that might be getting overexposed in your decor.
Another fun way to bring in spring is to add a painting full of life. It doesn't have to be a springtime floral scene; you can add wild dancers in spicy costumes or a whimsical cat looking out of a shop window. Many people enjoy adding a large painting over their sofa that mimics the season outside. Consider a reproduction of a countryside view from your childhood days when life was a lot more simple.
Use these tips and update your room to a fun spring feel - remember warmer days are on their way!
Rhymes With Orange
Well nothing rhymes with orange but the color orange is fast becoming one of the most popular colors to use in interior decor this season.
If you want to be on the cutting edge of this design season but the thought of doing your walls in orange is just too much. Opt for some orange accents around your room.
There are many shades of orange that you can use. From a darker burnt orange to a light melon orange - you are sure to find a shade that will blend nicely into your existing decor. Window treatments that have light colors can be brought up to date with the simple use of a light orange sash. You can further balance out your window treatments by adding a matching valance of the same color across the top of your draperies.
Pillows are a fast way to add splashes of color in your room. Add two different shades of orange, one light and one dark to your soft and love seats to help bring the orange into your decor. Table runners are another fun way to incorporate a color quietly into a room. Match a coordinating color in a vase or opt for a clear vase and a flower arrangement that highlights the color orange. If you aren't a plant kind of person, you can add an orange-hued lamp base with a neutral lamp shade.
A piece of art that highlights orange as a main color is another way to bring the color around your room.
There are many ways that you can bring orange into your room without opening a can of paint. Use these tips and you'll be on the cutting edge of style.
If you want to be on the cutting edge of this design season but the thought of doing your walls in orange is just too much. Opt for some orange accents around your room.
There are many shades of orange that you can use. From a darker burnt orange to a light melon orange - you are sure to find a shade that will blend nicely into your existing decor. Window treatments that have light colors can be brought up to date with the simple use of a light orange sash. You can further balance out your window treatments by adding a matching valance of the same color across the top of your draperies.
Pillows are a fast way to add splashes of color in your room. Add two different shades of orange, one light and one dark to your soft and love seats to help bring the orange into your decor. Table runners are another fun way to incorporate a color quietly into a room. Match a coordinating color in a vase or opt for a clear vase and a flower arrangement that highlights the color orange. If you aren't a plant kind of person, you can add an orange-hued lamp base with a neutral lamp shade.
A piece of art that highlights orange as a main color is another way to bring the color around your room.
There are many ways that you can bring orange into your room without opening a can of paint. Use these tips and you'll be on the cutting edge of style.
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
There's Still Time To Get a Valentine's Day Present
If you've been searching high and low and you still don't feel like you can find the perfect Valentine's present, there's always the gift of art.
Something for your sweetie's desk or in a living room where it will be seen and appreciated often is a great way to say, "I Love You". If you have someone that is the apple of your eye, let them know it with a limited edition resin sculpture reproduction titled "Hearts" by Roark Gouley. He has designed an outstanding sculpture piece that consists of a bright red heart that has an apple stem and coloring and has a big bite taken out of it.
This would make a fabulous gift for your Valentine. Pair it in a basket with a bottle of wine, some cheese and some crackers and perhaps some chocolates. Your honey will get a big smile out of your gift. When this piece is displayed, whether at home or at the office, your Valentine will relish giving the details of your fun gift and how it was given with a little romantic Valentine's feast.
There's still time to do something for Valentine's besides the same old candy and flowers. If you're looking to do something a little different this year, give your Valentine a holiday to remember and a lasting mementos to be cherished year after year.
Something for your sweetie's desk or in a living room where it will be seen and appreciated often is a great way to say, "I Love You". If you have someone that is the apple of your eye, let them know it with a limited edition resin sculpture reproduction titled "Hearts" by Roark Gouley. He has designed an outstanding sculpture piece that consists of a bright red heart that has an apple stem and coloring and has a big bite taken out of it.
This would make a fabulous gift for your Valentine. Pair it in a basket with a bottle of wine, some cheese and some crackers and perhaps some chocolates. Your honey will get a big smile out of your gift. When this piece is displayed, whether at home or at the office, your Valentine will relish giving the details of your fun gift and how it was given with a little romantic Valentine's feast.
There's still time to do something for Valentine's besides the same old candy and flowers. If you're looking to do something a little different this year, give your Valentine a holiday to remember and a lasting mementos to be cherished year after year.
Cats and Cats and Cats
If you have a love of the furry feline population, you will probably have a small collection of cat-inspired items around your home.
Having items that you collect around your room will help make your decor uniquely "you". Even the most cozy French Country interior decor can leave you feeling flat if you don't incorporate a few personal items here and there to make your interior pop with your own special personality.
Since you love cats, why not put a cat inspired doorstop by the doorway? A pair of carved cat-shaped bookends is a great way to show off your book collection as well as bring more of your own personality into the room
There are cat-shaped planters that can hold all types of plants, including cat grass and catnip for your furry friends. Another fun way to incorporate your love of cats into the room is use a whimsically feline-inspired piece of art. Romero Britto has a gorgeous piece titled, "Mona Cat" and it is a take off on the classic "Mona Lisa".
Romero Britto has made a definite impression in the world of art. His style unique and his closest comparisons have been to Andy Warhol, Keith Haring and Roy Lichtenstein. The "Mona Cat" is limited to a 300 print limited edition and each one is hand signed by the artist. This piece will make a wonderfully light-hearted addition to your cat lover's decor.
Having items that you collect around your room will help make your decor uniquely "you". Even the most cozy French Country interior decor can leave you feeling flat if you don't incorporate a few personal items here and there to make your interior pop with your own special personality.
Since you love cats, why not put a cat inspired doorstop by the doorway? A pair of carved cat-shaped bookends is a great way to show off your book collection as well as bring more of your own personality into the room
There are cat-shaped planters that can hold all types of plants, including cat grass and catnip for your furry friends. Another fun way to incorporate your love of cats into the room is use a whimsically feline-inspired piece of art. Romero Britto has a gorgeous piece titled, "Mona Cat" and it is a take off on the classic "Mona Lisa".
Romero Britto has made a definite impression in the world of art. His style unique and his closest comparisons have been to Andy Warhol, Keith Haring and Roy Lichtenstein. The "Mona Cat" is limited to a 300 print limited edition and each one is hand signed by the artist. This piece will make a wonderfully light-hearted addition to your cat lover's decor.
Friday, February 02, 2007
Artful Additions With Wallpaper Borders
Sometimes, you will find that you have a room or two within your home that needs a little something extra. You might have a good amount of furniture in the room, and you could even be content with the color scheme that you have chosen for the walls. However, there could still be something that seems to be missing. You should know that there are still options that you can enjoy in terms of wallpaper borders for just about any room in your home.
Certainly, you could be thinking that the idea of wallpaper borders are a little crazy due to the fact that they were used quite a bit by many homeowners over the past couple of years. Even though they seem to have been overused by many, there are still amazing options in wallpaper borders that can make your kitchen and dining room sparkle. Some of these wallpaper borders can be found in the beautiful collection by a talented artists named Warren Kimble.
Henny and Penny is a stunning and fun eclectic wallpaper border that is just right for any country home, especially if you are a fan or collector of hens! This high quality wallpaper border is made from quality pre-pasted paper in a nice blend of colors including black, red, wheat and white. You will be pleased when you see just how simple it can be to transform a dining room or kitchen with a little bit of help from such a nice wallpaper border. It could even lend to a spark in creativity, leading you to work on other rooms within your home!
Certainly, you could be thinking that the idea of wallpaper borders are a little crazy due to the fact that they were used quite a bit by many homeowners over the past couple of years. Even though they seem to have been overused by many, there are still amazing options in wallpaper borders that can make your kitchen and dining room sparkle. Some of these wallpaper borders can be found in the beautiful collection by a talented artists named Warren Kimble.
Henny and Penny is a stunning and fun eclectic wallpaper border that is just right for any country home, especially if you are a fan or collector of hens! This high quality wallpaper border is made from quality pre-pasted paper in a nice blend of colors including black, red, wheat and white. You will be pleased when you see just how simple it can be to transform a dining room or kitchen with a little bit of help from such a nice wallpaper border. It could even lend to a spark in creativity, leading you to work on other rooms within your home!
Thursday, February 01, 2007
The Works Of Romare Bearden
If you are on the lookout for some truly amazing pieces of art that speak of the rich African American culture, then there is really no question that you will enjoy the work done by Romare Bearden. This talented artist is well known for many of the beautiful pieces that he created during his full love enjoying the creation of art and other aspects of the world including history, performing arts, music and more. By bringing a stellar piece of artwork by this master into your home, you will be opening up a whole new world for you and your family.
An amazing visual artist, Romare Bearden is known for works rich in bold color, different mediums and more. As a matter of fact, you may even find that there is something just right in his collection of art for just about any kind of collector. When thinking of bringing one of his pieces into your home, you need to be prepared for a good deal of conversation. Everyone who lays their eyes on a Romare Bearden is usually very moved and feel compelled to talk about it.
A smart addition to any home that enjoys music and the arts would have to be the Romare Bearden framed art print entitled Showtime. This piece is true to Bearden form, complete with some of the most stunning colors that the eye has ever set sight on. After you hang this piece in your family room or other area of your home, you are sure to be inspired to create and live your life to its fullest!
An amazing visual artist, Romare Bearden is known for works rich in bold color, different mediums and more. As a matter of fact, you may even find that there is something just right in his collection of art for just about any kind of collector. When thinking of bringing one of his pieces into your home, you need to be prepared for a good deal of conversation. Everyone who lays their eyes on a Romare Bearden is usually very moved and feel compelled to talk about it.
A smart addition to any home that enjoys music and the arts would have to be the Romare Bearden framed art print entitled Showtime. This piece is true to Bearden form, complete with some of the most stunning colors that the eye has ever set sight on. After you hang this piece in your family room or other area of your home, you are sure to be inspired to create and live your life to its fullest!
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Great Wall Decorating Ideas For Your Dorm Room
When you are a college student, you are probably looking for a couple of great ways that you can spruce up your dorm room. Often times, these rooms are very stark and bland and can use a whole lot of work in order to make it feel like your own. However, sometimes it can be tricky when it comes to decorating your walls due to some of the restrictions that there may be for using nails and other ways to hang pictures. As long as you use your best judgment and pick some smart pieces and innovative ways to hang them up, you should be able to decorate your dorm room with little or no damage at all.
If you have a few posters that you would like to hang up, then you might want to look into some of the double sided adhesive tapes or even a kind of adhesive art dough that comes off easily without causing any damage to the wall. You could even cover a large section of a wall with a nice cloth tapestry for an incredible, dramatic look. When you find that you would really like to add something such as a shadow box or a framed print that requires a nail, it is important that you keep in mind that it may need to be fixed with a little bit of spackle later on when you move out.
As far as the dorm room that seems to be a bit too cramped, you can always give the illusion of a larger space with the simple addition of a beautiful mirror. The Antique Floral Motif decorative mirror is a classy way to add a little something extra to the wall of your dorm room. The design is just lovely enough to go with just about any style and it is even affordable for those on a student budget!
If you have a few posters that you would like to hang up, then you might want to look into some of the double sided adhesive tapes or even a kind of adhesive art dough that comes off easily without causing any damage to the wall. You could even cover a large section of a wall with a nice cloth tapestry for an incredible, dramatic look. When you find that you would really like to add something such as a shadow box or a framed print that requires a nail, it is important that you keep in mind that it may need to be fixed with a little bit of spackle later on when you move out.
As far as the dorm room that seems to be a bit too cramped, you can always give the illusion of a larger space with the simple addition of a beautiful mirror. The Antique Floral Motif decorative mirror is a classy way to add a little something extra to the wall of your dorm room. The design is just lovely enough to go with just about any style and it is even affordable for those on a student budget!
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Making Over Your Child's Room
If you find yourself becoming inspired by one of the many popular home makeover shows that you have watched on television, you might end up wanting to start the project of making over your kid's room. Whether you have a boy or a girl, such an undertaking can be a very fun and rewarding experience. All that you really have to do is have a little bit of decorating know-how, a great budget and a fun idea and you will see your son or daughter's room shine in no time!
Perhaps your child is a huge fan of some of the popular Walt Disney characters. If so, then you can go ahead and choose a theme that you can work with and build it around something like a picture. For example, think about how much fun it can be to set up a bedroom with a wonderful marine theme based on the movie Finding Nemo! The Finding Nemo Crush Hour giclee print is a terrific piece that you can choose in order redesign your child's room. You can use this print to choose several different colors that are just right for a festive marine setting.
Choose some fabulous paints and nice fabrics that give the feeling of the sea and you should see that everything will begin to fall into place. You might even want to think of the addition of a beautiful fish tank in the room on top of a stand or dresser depending on the age of your child. Once you are finished, you are guaranteed to see that this will be one room that you can be proud of and your child will enjoy it with all of their friends.
Perhaps your child is a huge fan of some of the popular Walt Disney characters. If so, then you can go ahead and choose a theme that you can work with and build it around something like a picture. For example, think about how much fun it can be to set up a bedroom with a wonderful marine theme based on the movie Finding Nemo! The Finding Nemo Crush Hour giclee print is a terrific piece that you can choose in order redesign your child's room. You can use this print to choose several different colors that are just right for a festive marine setting.
Choose some fabulous paints and nice fabrics that give the feeling of the sea and you should see that everything will begin to fall into place. You might even want to think of the addition of a beautiful fish tank in the room on top of a stand or dresser depending on the age of your child. Once you are finished, you are guaranteed to see that this will be one room that you can be proud of and your child will enjoy it with all of their friends.
Monday, January 29, 2007
Freshen Up Your Room For 2007
With January 2007 already winding down, you may have found yourself letting a few of those "resolutions" go already. If you still are goal oriented towards updating your interior design. You can change the look of your room with just a few simple changes.
First of all, look around your room and make a note of the two main colors in your room. Then look around your room and make a note of two lesser used colors. Now choose one of the main colors to lessen and choose one of the lesser used colors to use more of - this alone will create a new feeling in your room. Consider changing out your window treatments or if you don't want to change them complete, take the lesser color and add it in the form in the shears underneath your main draperies. This will subtly bring the color up in your room.
Another way to add color is to use pillows to bring the lesser more attention throughout the room. Put them on the sofa, chair and some people like to make a stack of three in graduated sizes will make a neat use of a corner space. Area rugs will also bring the use of colors into your room.
You can make the new color scheme flow from your floors with area rugs to your room itself through the furniture with pillows and in your window treatments. If you want to further send the color around the room and balance it, add an artwork or two to capture the colors and make them flow seamlessly around the room.
And those are just a few ways to change the look and feel of your room without spending an arm and a leg to get the look you want.
First of all, look around your room and make a note of the two main colors in your room. Then look around your room and make a note of two lesser used colors. Now choose one of the main colors to lessen and choose one of the lesser used colors to use more of - this alone will create a new feeling in your room. Consider changing out your window treatments or if you don't want to change them complete, take the lesser color and add it in the form in the shears underneath your main draperies. This will subtly bring the color up in your room.
Another way to add color is to use pillows to bring the lesser more attention throughout the room. Put them on the sofa, chair and some people like to make a stack of three in graduated sizes will make a neat use of a corner space. Area rugs will also bring the use of colors into your room.
You can make the new color scheme flow from your floors with area rugs to your room itself through the furniture with pillows and in your window treatments. If you want to further send the color around the room and balance it, add an artwork or two to capture the colors and make them flow seamlessly around the room.
And those are just a few ways to change the look and feel of your room without spending an arm and a leg to get the look you want.
Friday, January 26, 2007
Art Collector? Be Wary When Buying From Unauthorized Dealers
Collecting art is a passion many people enjoy. Buying art online has become a convenient way for many people to expand their collections and find new artists to collect. When you decide to start collecting a particular artist or type of art, you need to be aware that not all online gallery dealers will guarantee the validity of their artworks they purchase.
Gallery Direct Art will guarantee that every single artwork we sell has been approved and authorized by the artists, publishers and distributors that we represent. We ensure the high quality and authenticity of every artwork that we sell. Safe arrival of every piece along with mint condition is guaranteed with every order.
Unlike many of the authorized gallery artwork dealers on the Internet, we also have a brick and mortar store that has been in business since 1988. Gallery Direct Art takes great pride in not only being able to provide thousands upon thousands of artworks to our customers but we enjoy giving each and every order personalized service.
We have agreed to the uphold the integrity of the art we sell by not selling below issue price or current retail. Furthermore, we never sell or offer art from secondary sources. All artworks come directly from the artists or their authorized representatives. This keeps the quality and market value of your artwork at a competitive rate.
If you're interested in starting to collect art or you want to add some pieces to your existing collection but were wary about buying online, consider making your purchase through us, you'll love the quality and the peace of mind from buying from an authorized gallery dealer.
Gallery Direct Art will guarantee that every single artwork we sell has been approved and authorized by the artists, publishers and distributors that we represent. We ensure the high quality and authenticity of every artwork that we sell. Safe arrival of every piece along with mint condition is guaranteed with every order.
Unlike many of the authorized gallery artwork dealers on the Internet, we also have a brick and mortar store that has been in business since 1988. Gallery Direct Art takes great pride in not only being able to provide thousands upon thousands of artworks to our customers but we enjoy giving each and every order personalized service.
We have agreed to the uphold the integrity of the art we sell by not selling below issue price or current retail. Furthermore, we never sell or offer art from secondary sources. All artworks come directly from the artists or their authorized representatives. This keeps the quality and market value of your artwork at a competitive rate.
If you're interested in starting to collect art or you want to add some pieces to your existing collection but were wary about buying online, consider making your purchase through us, you'll love the quality and the peace of mind from buying from an authorized gallery dealer.
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