One of the best and easiest ways to make a space more unique is through Art. In the past, I found it hard to choose the “right” piece, but I try to focus on making art decisions based on what I like. It’s that simple. For abstracts, I steer towards bright colors, or interesting stroke marks, or scenes that evoke movement or nature (like the sea, or wind). I also like pop art, vintage posters, and black and white photography.
A few months ago, I had been on Pinterest and saw a fun colorful print that I loved. Unfortunately for me, the pin didn’t have a source (don’t you just hate that??) When I’d found the unnamed, un-tagged print on Pinterest, I loved it so much that I’d printed it out and framed it in our living room – where it’s been sitting on the wine hutch ever since. I’d all but given up on finding out who the artist was… until today…
I was randomly combing through a few articles on Houzz, and came across an article about using coffee table books as part of your decor. This picture was featured in the article, and what did I notice… well that painting looks A LOT like the one I’d fallen in love with!!
Overly excited, I clicked on the photo to see the quoted sources, and quickly learned that Jennifer Latimer is the artist responsible for the fun colorful abstract. Jackpot!!
A quick Google search later, I was on her site, browsing her collection, and learning that she was recently featured on One Kings Lane as an artist to watch, and that she has a fabulous blog on home decor! Could I be more excited??
Since I am a person that gravitates towards neutrals in furniture, I love to incorporate bright colors through art and pillows, and her bright fun abstract pieces are sort of perfect for this exact purpose.
A few of my favorites from her collection…
Banff Garden Poppies & Roses which is unfortunately sold…
Falling Petals, a Chanel Inspired Abstract
Have you stumbled on any great sources for art recently?? I’d love to hear about it!
Great find – I'm always on the hunt for affordable pieces of art without much luck. Everyone always just finds “the best things” at Goodwill or a flea market, and I want to know who these LUCKY people are. I always find junk! I'll definitely be taking a look at this Etsy shop now 🙂
– Kelsey
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Aww thanks! I'm stoked about it too!!!
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