If you've recently purchased a home, grown tired of your existing décor, or feel mocked by one-too-many empty walls, it’s time to curate anew, including art pieces for your walls and ceilings!
Over recent years, we’ve encountered countless variations of unique artwork that magically coalesce unforgettable spaces as the “last puzzle piece”. Frequenting showcase houses, design studios, galleries, and more, we’ve become intrigued by the creative quest of owning something truly original and meaningful.
Given that many homeowners may be unfamiliar with the process of commissioning custom artwork, we collaborated with LA-based artist Jennifer Rae Ochs to demystify the process.
How do you decide between abstracts, hyperrealism, landscapes, drawings, or photography to bring out the mood and tone of your most valuable asset, your home?
In short, gather inspirational images, visit unique spaces, meet artists and curators, ask a lot of questions, and, in the end, trust your instincts. Always remember, you, the homeowner, have to live with any and all design choices, not your trusted designer, curator, or contractor!
Our exploration into understanding art for the home, also led us to these interesting related topics:
When choosing art for your home, we recommend prioritizing these traits:
Personal Meaning & Connection
Genuine Craftsmanship
Aesthetic Cohesion
Functionality
Originality
Lastly, start your artistic journey by visiting a local art show!
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Held annually in December, Art Basel Miami Beach is widely regarded as the most significant art fair in the U.S., featuring over 250 leading galleries from over 30 countries, showcasing 4,000 artists, and attracting over 75,000 visitors.
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The 60th Pasadena Showcase House of Design: Bauer Estate & Gardens
Pasadena Showcase House of Design is the fundraiser produced by Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts to fund their music programs and award gifts and grants to other non-profit organizations to support their efforts.
Featuring more than 15,000 square feet and set on five acres of peace and seclusion, Bauer Estate & Gardens is poised to be one of the grandest Showcase Houses ever presented.
Prominently featured in books, magazines, film, and television, Bauer Estate & Gardens is finally debuting as the 60th Pasadena Showcase House of Design, highlighting the latest lifestyle trends by 30 talented interior and landscape designers.
Public tours run from April 20th through May 18th — closed Mondays — with ample design inspiration for everyone!
That's it for this week's newsletter. We hope you enjoy our latest content and find it helpful in your journey to become a resourceful and fulfilled homeowner. Stay tuned for more updates, and reach out to us if you have any questions or suggestions for future content topics!
