Art Life: Kate Pugsley's Halo

So far, each piece I've featured in Art Life has been of an image that I keep going back to, that I cant get enough of, and that I want to consistently stare at. This edition is no different-- my eyes wont let go of Kate Pugsley's Halo. There's something about those coral shapes that keep me hanging, wondering. And the evidence of Pugsley's painterly hand throughout the piece is all the more reason to keep looking-- it's gorgeous! 

Think: Mustards, Golds and Corals and Soft Organic Shapes

Kate Pugsley around the web: Website  |  Blog  |  Etsy Shop  |  Prints on Thumbtack Press

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1. Ceiling Lamp from Early Electrics
2. Coral Sculpture of Venus from Art Finding
3. Brianna Gold Leaf Picture Frame from Your Picture Frames (and Pugsley's Halo print)
4. French Folding Chair from Terrain
5. Antique Hands from Radio Guy
6. Beaded Coral Ring from Juicy Couture
7. Ikat Coral Linen Pillow Covers from Yiayia's
8. Regalia Jewels Orbit Earrings from Max and Chloe
9. Vintage Coral Print from Black Baroque
10. Twenty8Twelve Tank Dress from Matches Fashion
11. Orange Blossom Honey Pot Candle from Terrain
12. Blu Bijoux Cabochon Ring from Max and Chloe
13. Brass Library Reading Lamp from Early Electronics
14. Roberta Chiarella Coral Resin Ring from Max and Chloe
15. Every Day Poppies Card from Terrain
16. Voluspa 'Maison Blanc - Orangerie d'Azahar' Boxed Candle from Nordstrom
17. Coral Rug from Pottery Barn
18. It Starts  painting by Kate Pugsley
19. Old Salt painting by Kate Pugsley
20. How Am I Not Myself? painting by Kate Pugsley 

Art Life: Lilly Piri's Relocation

I haven't been able to stop staring at  Lilly Piri's drawing Relocation -- which made it just the right pick for this week's Art Life.  The image is quite haunting-- there seems to be a sadness and innocence behind the figure's gaze. I love how the limited color palette that Piri uses is warm and inviting, and yet still maintains ghost-like qualities. For the Art Life collection, I jumped on the chance to find home items in whites and creams that would really connect in a room that also includes a framed print of Relocation!

Think: Limited color palette of warm whites and creams, Elegance through simplicity, A touch of Nature/Birds

Lilly Piri around the web: Websites 1 & 2  |  Blog  |  Etsy  |  Society6 Print Shop  |  

Thumbtack Press Prints  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  

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1. Distressed Series Frame in Natural from Frame USA
2. Pressed Flower Hook, Opaque in Cream from Anthropologie
3. Glass Birdfeeder from Terrain
4. Glass Hummingbird Feeder from Terrain
5. Musings Tray by Poet and Potter Kylie Johnson from Anthropologie
6. Paper Sketch Vases by Artist Samantha Robinson from Anthropologie
7. Alice in Wonderland Playing Card from Star Mango on Etsy
8. Large Brady Console from Ballard Designs
9. Lucian Chair (with Bradley Natural fabric) from Ethan Allen
10. Lucian Ottoman (with Bradley Natural fabric)  from Ethan Allen
11. Lilly Piri's Relocation iPhone Case from Lilly Piri on Society6
12. Shiffli Dress from Old Navy
13. Siamond Magenta: Italian Croco Leather Travel Bag in Sand from Target
14. Bird Bath Bowl from Anthropologie
15. Red Cross Tote from CafePress
16. All Over Shimmer Duo by Stila from Sephora
17. Eye Shadow Trio by Stila from Sephora
18. The Sailor's Dream Print by Lilly Piri  from Lilly Piri on Society6
19. Mister E Print by Lilly Piri from Lilly Piri on Society6
20. Tattooed Man Print By Lilly Piri from Lilly Piri on Society6
21. Naiad Print by Lilly Piri from Lilly Piri on Society6
22. Quoll Print by Lilly Piri from Lilly Piri on Society6

Art Life: Jillian Nickell's Whale Ship Pygmalion Music Festival Poster

I'm so excited to feature Jillian Nickell's Whale Ship Pygmalion Music Festival Poster on this week's Art Life! When I first saw it, I couldn't get over how creative the whale ship is. What a perfect mix of "in the sea" elements with spot on execution. And the fact that it's an illustration for a music festival makes it that much more fun. 

Think: Nautical, Calming Blues, Musical Inspirations

Jillian Nickell around the web: Website  |  Etsy   |  Twitter  |  Threadless

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1. Round Wood Mirror from Terrain
2. Glow-in-the-Dark Brass Compass from Amazon
3. Custom Map Pillow Cover from Salt Labs on Etsy
4. Brass Telescope with Leather Case from Mann & CO on Etsy
5. Turquoise Porcelain Sea Urchin Bud Vase from Blue Room Pottery on Etsy
6. Scrimshaw Moby Platter from Furbish Studio
7. Nahangi Turquoise Floral Copper Whale Necklace from Simplee You on Etsy
8. Nautical Brass Sundial and Compass from Amazon
9. Brass Whale Necklace from A Common Thread on Etsy
10. Ra Ra Riot The Rhumb Line CD from the Ra Ra Riot Merch Store
11. Iron and Wine The Creek Drank the Cradle CD from the Iron and Wine Online Store
12. Pirate Ship Vintage Tee from Critter Jitters on Etsy
13. Pirate Ship Retro Skull and Bones Print Tee from Happy Family on Etsy
14. Snowsera Concert Poster  by Jillian Nickells
15. The Number One Sons Concert Poster by Jillian Nickells
16. Elsinore Canary Gramaphone Concert Poster Print from Jillian Nickells on Etsy
17. Crosley Entertainment Center from Buy.com
18. Beth's Victorian Style Turquoise Cluster Cocktail Ring from Fantasy Jewelry Box

Art Life: Laura Brink's Pace Mama

This week's Art Life features a wonderful painting by Laura Brink called "Pace Mama." I love how Brink uses color in her work, here mixing subtle blues and greys with vibrant reds and oranges. She also blends patterns and textures together masterfully-- which is key not only in a painting-- but also in fashion and home decor. 

Think: Trellis patterning, Textural fabrics, Pops of vibrant color

Please visit Laura Brink's Website

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1. Imperial Trellis Wallpaper in Raspberry by Schumacher and Kelly Wearstler from Drapery Row
2. Ashville Wall-Mount Votive Holder from Pottery Barn
3. Benton Large Etagere from Ballard Designs
4. Manchester Apartment Sofa in Twill Indigo from Ballard Designs
5. Kelly Wearstler Imperial Trellis Pillow from Decorative Instincts on Etsy
6. Terracotta Pitcher Vase from Green Feet
7. Red Rose hair Clip by Olini Floral on Etsy
8. Imperial Trellis Wristlet from Decorative Instincts on Etsy
9. Scarf from Scarf World
10. Ojai West Coast Hobo Bag from Lucky Brand
11. Coral Pendant Necklace from Lucky Brand
12. Lightweight Polka-Dot Scarf from Old Navy
13. Sephora by OPI Nail Colour in "And a Cherry on Top" from Sephora

Again check out all of Laura Brink's work here!

Art Life: Kathleen Lolley's Wild Flowers

I'm so excited to start another new feature on the blog called "Art Life." In each Art Life post, I will pair gorgeous artwork with home decor and fashion accessories that share a common vibe and color palette.

When I see a painting or print that I love, I so often want to jump inside it's world! This feature will allow me (and you) to do just that by illustrating fun ways to decorate a room or pull together an outfit based on visual elements and themes of fantastic pieces of art.

So without further ado, we'll kick off the series with the fantastic painting by Kathleen Lolley called "Wild Flowers"

Think: Wild Flowers, Branches, Nature, Folklore

Please visit Kathleen Lolley's Website, Shop, and Blog

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1. Vine Nine-Light Chandelier from Linens n Things  

2. Chica Orange Wall Vase from Crate&Barrel

3. Tree Stump Stool in Gold from Plantation  

4. Pink and Cream Flower Napkin Rings from Pier 1

5. Mook with Fox Mask from I love Grey Skies on Etsy  

6. Botanical Rug from Overstock

7. Toast of The Town Coat from Modcloth  

8. Tasteful in Turmeric Dress from Modcloth

9. Petit Almond Pheasant Headband from The Headband Shoppe on Etsy

10. Lace Citron Pillow from Room & Board  

11. Queen of the Woods Natural Crown from Whichgoose on Etsy

12. Red Ladybug Paperweight from John Derian 

      (click paperweights, then crystal dome paperweights, then scroll to Red Ladybug)

13. Branch Candleholder from Stunique

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Until next time! xoxo