This post is sponsored by Fine Art America The finishing touches are what makes your house your home. What we collect, what we choose to display – it all helps tell the story of who we are, where we’ve been and maybe even where we want to go. I know that sounds a bit woo-woo … Read more
The last time I was at the Boston Design Center on my Designer on Call day, I came across this post card which shows am amazing wall treatment. The maker is Area Environments out of Minneapolis and their wall coverings are truly stunning! From their website: Area Environments was founded in 2012 out of a shared … Read more
How was your weekend? I was invited to attend Art on the Green at The Pinehills in Plymouth, their annual arts and crafts show. I’ve been in the past and it gets bigger and better every year. The weather was beautiful – which was lucky because it’s raining and humid today! [Disclosure: the … Read more
A couple of weeks ago I received an offer from the folks at Photofiddle to try out their service. All you have to do is upload a high-res photo and their computer system will render the image in several different effects from watercolor to pop art style. One you make your selection, they print your … Read more
As I’m waiting for my sofa and dining table to be delivered next week (finally!) I’ve started planning in earnest where I’ll be hanging my art. I have between 25-30 pieces ranging from fairly large (30×40) to teeny (5×5). Half of my collection just came out of my parent’s house including several watercolors … Read more
ArtLifting is a Boston-based initiative that sells the artwork of homeless and disabled individuals. Trinity by Allen Chamberland The have just launched a Kickstarter campaign with the goal of raising $20,000 which will will allow them to expand to five more cities across the nation within the next six months and to add sixty-five new artists to the … Read more
A couple of weeks ago I ran across this really easy and eye-catching DIY wall tile art project on another blog. But, I am completely embarrassed to admit that I forgot to write down where I saw it, as I really wish to attribute this project to the correct source. So, if you’ve recently seen … Read more
Due to a family health issue, these lectures have had to be canceled. But, we will be rescheduling for early in the New Year, so keep an eye out for details, or email me to let me know your interest and I’ll notify you when they have been rescheduled. Thank you! I wanted to share … Read more
I just read the following interesting tidbit on The Hollywood Reporter.com Sarah Jessica Parker’s art competition reality show has found a home at Bravo. The network has picked up “American Artist,” from Parker’s Pretty Matches production company and wunderkin producers Magical Elves, as part of its development slate. Bravo is expected to announce the deal … Read more
I’m excited to share that I will be presenting a lecture on art in interiors along with Cape Cod contemporary landscape painter Rick Fleury in November at two locations in Massachusetts. I’ve long admired Rick’s work: Perception Herring River, Wellfleet Oil on Canvas, 30″ x 40″ x 1.5″ Born and raised in Massachusetts, Rick … Read more
How cute are these paintings by Jennifer Mercede, available at Oopsy Daisy? Can’t you just imagine the colorful rooms you could design around these pieces? A true magic kingdom!
As I’ve previously shared, I spent a lovely evening a few weeks ago getting the cook’s tour of the Isabella Stewart Gardner museum in Boston. We started in the private quarters on the top floor of the original museum and worked our way down to the garden level and then over to the glorious new … Read more
Last month, I attended the AD20/21 (Art & Design of the 20th and 21st centuries) show in Boston and nearly fell off my high heels when I came upon these amazing new rugs from Landry and Arcari. L&A is widely known for their beautiful collection of oriental carpets hand selected and commissioned from sources all … Read more
As previously mentioned, I did a one-day whirlwind road trip down to the Architectural Digest Home Design show in New York. Met some of my favorite bloggers, in person for a change!, and took in some truly beautiful design work. I wanted to start close to home with some designers and artisans with ties to … Read more
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First and foremost, let me say very clearly that this is NOT a political post, it’s a post about design and the “bold” new design of the Family Dining Room at the White House which was just unveiled this week. I put italics around the word “bold” for a reason. First, a little history: The … Read more