Chairs On The Desk??

Big News!

I am getting ready for my Art Show, 

Gallery on the Galleria

at 

The Alliance Theatre in Midtown, Atlanta!

January 30 - February 3

More Details Soon!

Tchin, Tchin...Cheers!

"Tchin, Tchin", Cheers! 

 For you or a gift for a friend, the sentiment is the same, 

"Cheers!". 

The painting is saturated with color, the peonies are pink, coral and light orange. 

My watercolors involve a multi-step process, 

which is finished in gold leaf for an added elegant aesthetic. 

Trendy and fun, yet sophisticated and classic. 

Unexpected fun! 

I have taken the photos from several different angles. 

Standing directily in front of the painting the gold highlights are very subtle, from an angle the gold catches your eye with glints of light that vary depending on the setting or time of day.

 Painting ships in a clear sleeve with a sturdy backing. 

Each one is wrapped like a gift, whether it is for you or a friend. 

It always feels special opening a pretty package!
Don't you agree? 

For clients in the US, shipping is complimentary.

Meet Jana Bek!

Discovering artwork and design elements that 

have been styled by an individual in a pretty

 or classic setting,

 in a happy, unexpected way inspires me! 

Yesterday, I talked about one of the approaches I employ for finding inspiration.  

There are many other ways.   

Today, I want to introduce a designer that impresses me.

  Meet Jana Bek! 

 Jana is the interior designer/founder of Bek Design.  

She specializes in eDesign Services and Interior Design 

via email and phone correspondence

 (translation: that means you can live anywhere and still get her help!).

Jana is ardent about collaborating with clients;  

 identifying the consummate print,
 palette and layer of styles,

  bringing a room to life while balancing their needs.

Jana possesses an ability to mix high and low elements.  

 She works with her clients incorporating unusual components, 

determining where they should invest

 and what their priorities should be in refreshing spaces. 

She has a gift for introducing unique touches such as a compilation of art
from a fabulous Etsy vendor

 (think gallery wall!)  

 or suggesting DIY options a client can employ

 to update and create versatility for their existing pieces.

 Jana is also a regular contributor to 

Caitlin Wilson's Blog (love her textiles!) and 

DIY projects for MadebyGirl (check out her shop).  

See for yourself, go visit Jana at Bek Design!!

Still Playing!

I know, I know...

But I just had so much fun!

Here are more samples of my art prints.

You may choose from a variety of frames or even a canvas.

I liked the clean look of the white frames.

I Heart You!

Hydrangea Happy

Orchid Love

Here's a Visual!

I hope you are enjoying your summer,

gearing up for the 

Fourth of July!

I know we are!

Here is an example of what one of my abstract paintings looks like framed.

I deliberately chose a silver frame, 

although the art is embellished with the gold leaf.

I think they compliment each other.

I have always love gold and silver together.

The art would look more formal in a gold frame 

and more contemporary in white.

Choose your frame based on your design aesthetic.

(1) Frame - Michaels   (2) Abstract Painting - Limezinnias Design Etsy    
(3) Glass Bowl - Boxwoods Garden & Design   (4) Necklace - Twist On Main
(5) Vintage Brass Elephants - Red Door Consignment
(6) Gold Bangles - Similar at Coco Bijou   (7) Watch - Michael Kors Bloomingdales

Le Jardin Coral!

"Le Jardin Coral"

Pretty in pink and coral, embellished in gold leaf.

Abstractly Speaking!

I have been dabbling in abstracts lately.

After having several clients ask me if I would paint an Abstract,

I thought I would play.

That is the fun of art, isn't it?

We get to explore.

I always have an idea or technique on the back burner I want to try.

I also truly admire work other artists create.

They each have a different perspective,

 technique,

 or way of seeing and combining colors than I do.

So here are a few abstract works of art that are sitting in my 

"Favorites"

on Etsy.

Etsy, it is a great way to begin an art collection without breaking the bank.

Remember to buy what YOU like and want to live with! :)

MDaisley Moffet

Eeliethel

Cherywasilowart

J Gouveia

Ali Herrmann

Sarah Giannobile

J Foley Art

Playing with Pink Florals!

Soooo, I find myself playing with my "style" in watercolors lately.

I guess it is like exercise, trying to stretch myself.

For me the beauty in the painting with this medium is the unrestraint, 

the way it runs and bleeds,

or pools and saturates with color.

Then it dries.

 I have worked with them for a while

 and

there is still degree of mystery with watercolors.

What do you think?

February 14....

Valentine's Day Art...

Well...Red & Pink & Tangerine...

I would definitely be able to live with any one of these works of art hanging around...

all year long!

Kathy Panton

Dionna Raedeke

Laura Trevey

Eeli-Ethel Polli

Valentine Pink!

Because they were pretty.

Because they were pink.

Because Valentine's Day is near.

Because I like them.

Just....because.

PhotosByChipperfield

Splodgepodge

Little Brown Pen

Three Red Apples

Maritebee Photography

Two String Jane