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We all have them. Those little areas around our house or office that could use some color to tie the area together for a cohesive look. They look blah and then some.

For example, on a bookcase to give some relief to columns of books in a row. Or on a very narrow wall where you could hang 2 or 3 6 inch or 8 inch square canvas paintings in a vertical or horizontal wall.

I am just finishing up six-6 inch square abstract paintings using acrylic and collage that I create myself on canvas. Below is the 1st one that is ready to put on the market.

Over the next several weeks I will blog the others one at a time as they are finished. Then the last post I will show suggestions and tips on how you can display them.

The great aspect of these small paintings is that I created them so you could display them vertically or horizontally! And you can display them in any number of ways and any order.

We all need some happy in our lives right now and these small paintings will lift your spirit in a big way. Display it in an area that you frequent to get its power on your spirit and mood.

Loop-De-Doo and Around We Go Once

6” x 6” x 1.5”  Acrylic/Collage on Canvas

This abstract painting is now available for purchase. Click here if you are interested.

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Have you ever considered the different ways you can use that the abstract painting you are about to purchase?

Many of us, during our lifetime, move multiple times and the wall space we have changes with each move.

Or maybe you want to move your art to a different wall, or change your furniture around or move the painting to a different room entirely.

There are so many examples where versatile paintings would make your life easier.

Some paintings can have a 2nd and 3rd life in that they can be hung vertically and horizontally. And both ways vertically and both ways horizontally too.

Let me show you some examples using the abstract painting, Making Your Way, shown below in the horizontal direction that I created it. Looks great that way, right?

Then I wanted to see it turned horizontally in the opposite direction for a little different look below in the same room.

What about hang it vertically in that same spot? Will it look good that way too?

Yes, it looks fine that way too! So now you have 3 ways in the same spot that you can hang the painting making it a very versatile painting purchase.

Lets look at this same painting in another room and dress it up with several smaller paintings.

Or leave it horizontally by itself…  It fits right into the look of the room.

So the moral of this demonstration is to look at the abstract painting you are thinking of purchasing by turning it around and around again to see if it will be versatile for years to come as you move around the world.

For your frame of reference, Making Your Way, is 24" H x 36" W, by the direction I painted it.

Contact me for availability on these paintings as originals or prints. Or if I can help you in any way.

Payment Plans make it EASY to own the Original ART YOU DESIRE. Email me. (for original paintings only)

You can turn your contemporary abstract paintings in a different direction and have a new look to your room immediately.

Just because the artist created the painting as a horizontal or a vertical doesn’t mean that you have to hang it that way in your personal space. You are the owner of the artwork so do what you want.

This won’t work for all abstract paintings but I have found that it works for many of mine. So experiment.

In this post example I will be using a digital fine art painting that I recently created in my design app titled Smoothing the Transition.

1.  This is how I originally created it. Horizontally with the color green at the bottom of the digital painting.

Because this is digitally created fine art, it can only be purchased as a print on fine art paper or canvas.
View on my website.

And here are the examples turned around a complete 360 degrees from above photo!

2. Left : Turned vertically CW     3. Right: Turned vertically CCW

4. Turning #3 horizontally again CCW

And here are the examples of them on a wall.

Which do you like best? I bet we all have our favorite but you can change it around and around for variety.

View the sizes and prices available at the printers shop for this painting, Smoothing the Transition.

Contact me for availability on these paintings as originals or prints. Or if I can help you in any way.

Payment Plans make it EASY to own the Original ART YOU DESIRE. Email me. (for original paintings only)

I have to admit that I can get a little bored with things staying the same. And I start looking for some change in my own home design.

The photos above show the Spacing Out Series of 4 paintings hung as they were painted. And while they look great, I began fooling around with them to see how I could rearrange them for a different look.

Photos Above- Left: Spacing Out, Sparing Out #3, Spacing Out #4  Right: Spacing Out Again, Spacing Out

That is how I first discovered this trick. And it changes the room instantly. Gives it a new perspective without spending a dime!

And I know my readers love this concept because they are my most read blog posts! 

Experiment with turning that vertical abstract painting horizontally or upside down. You will be surprised at viewing it from a different perspective.

In the photo above, Spacing Out, is hung horizontally. Spacing Out #3 and #4 are left as intended.

Or turn that horizontal abstract painting vertically or again, upside down. Have you tried it? Do you like it?

Spacing Out #3, on the left is turned vertically on the bedroom wall photo above.

If you like it a different way all you have to do is purchase some hanging wire and #216 screw eyes for canvas stretchers. Then rewire the canvas to hang either vertically or horizontally. You can even keep the old wiring in place in case you want to go back to the original direction!

Spacing Out #3 on the left in the photo above is hung vertically while Spacing Out #4 is turned upside down horizontally.

Just give it a try with your abstract painting. Or when you are ready to purchase some new abstract paintings, have the artist or gallery turn it around and around to see if it can be hung multiple ways.

Contact me for availability on these paintings as originals or prints. Or if I can help you in any way.

Payment Plans make it EASY to own the Original ART YOU DESIRE. Email me. (for original paintings only)

It takes many years and some good people behind you, teaching you and encouraging your talent.

It doesn’t happen overnight for most. It is a learning process. Not only on finding your style, medium and voice.

You need to learn how to sell yourself and your voice, your story, what makes you the artist that someone who loves art decides to listen.

I found that it took many marketing classes to find the 2-3 master teachers that I could relate to. Who helped me the most in motivating me to get into the marketing/social venues that would spread my message the best and showed me the how-to examples to do it.

One of my masters, Barney Davey, has just started a new program that raises the current issues of the day for artists finding their people. I have taken many courses from Barney and he is a hands-on teacher who helps you individually in your process to finding your niche. His approach is not a one-program-helps all course. 

Marketing is always changing and he changes with it and tries to steer you on the path that makes the most sense for you.

His new program is only $4.99/month because he is emboldened to try to help as many artists as possible be their best selves. Below is his offer. I hope you try it out soon and see for yourself how advantageous his advice can be for your artistic challenges.

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• To help as many artists as possible improve their lives in art and business. 

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Barney began publishing his weekly Art Marketing News blog in 2005. He is the author of six bestselling books on marketing art. He seeks your help to boost the AMTP membership and improve and perpetuate the project for the benefit of current and future artists. It is a valuable and worthy mission that can use your help. Please encourage your artist followers to learn more and join at ArtMarketingToolkit.com. Your kind support is much appreciated.

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THE PROBLEM: The time is approaching for Gift Giving whether for a birthday, anniversary, special event or holiday.

What do I give the my loved one, relative or dear friend.

Ask yourself, “What do they like? What do they surround themselves with in their environment? What can I afford to give them to show I care about them and understand their likes and values as a person.

If you know they especially like to surround themselves with a certain item or they have a hobby, try purchasing a gift certificate to that establishment.

WOOZAA…GREAT NEWS: If they love abstract art I am now starting to allow the purchase of gift certificates in amounts starting at $100 (and above in increments of $50 over $100) for that person in your life who loves contemporary abstract art.

And you can remind others in your circle gift givers to chip in to make it possible for the gift receiver to get their choice of art that much sooner and hang it on their wall.

If you are interested in purchasing a gift certificate from my art shop, you will have to contact me by email.

Once your credit card purchase is approved, I will send you by email a gift certificate stating your gift that the receiver of your gift can apply to their choice of art.

Make your loved one very happy by letting them pick out their choice.

Again, this has to be done by emailmy website you does not have the capacity to do partial payments or gift certificates yet.

And if you are the gift recipient, let others know that you would like this as a gift. They will be happy to have a suggestion.

It doesn’t have to be a big amount of money for a certain item but a contribution towards whatever their heart desires.

Don’t forget that another great idea is to tell others what you are doing and they can give a gift certificate too to that purchase. Voila, all of a sudden the gift receiver has enough or nearly enough to own whatever their hearts desire wants and needs.

Contact me for availability on these paintings as originals or prints. Or if I can help you in any way.

Much of my contemporary abstract art paintings speaks to empowerment and encouragement and are created with rich, bold colors using acrylic and collage.

All my life I have been devoted to those 2 issues for myself and helping to encourage others.

From left to right: The Treads that Attach Us  The Threads that Attach Us 2  ~  12" x 12" X 1.5" ~  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

No matter your cause or values in life, it takes effort to carry them out.

We can get fearful along the way and our confidence wavers. Our path is filled with detours and other life events that take up our time.

Then it takes strength, courage and encouragement to pick up where we left off.

From left to right:  Attached and Centered  Attached and Centered 2  ~  12" x 12" X 1.5" ~  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

That is where my purpose in life comes into play.

Rounding Off the Edges  ~  12" x 12" x 1.5"  ~  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

My contemporary abstract paintings encourages/empowers you every time you are viewing them to get back on your purpose in life.

Moving Closer to the Green 2  ~  12" x 12" x 1.5"  ~  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

If my paintings speak to you on 1st viewing, they will continue to speak to you with the same message. They remind you to get back on your path.

I encourage you to make art on your walls a goal to keep you centered and on your path and purpose in life. It has been proven to be an amazing, essential ingredient for health and happiness for many.

Go and take a look at my website for all the small paintings with valuable, encouraging messages contained through my abstract art.

The paintings shown in this post are small paintings and are available now. And that may be all it takes, a 12" x 12" x 1.5" abstract art mixed media painting hanging on your wall or leaning on your bookcase to keep you coming back to your destiny. 

Happy Travels on Your Life’s Path

Contact me for availability on these paintings as originals or prints. Or if I can help you in any way.

I have posted 3 or 4 posts now about trying to hang your abstract painting in a different direction.

And they have been shown to be very popular with my readers.

The name of the paintings in red italics is a link that can be clicked to see a larger view and check availability.

This is my painting, Making Your Way, how I originally created it horizontally. Below you will see it hung vertically in both directions.

Making Your Way ~ 24" x 36" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

At the end of this post will be several you can click on to do a deep dive and see the results in some of my previous posts.

As a fine artist painter, when I create a painting, I am seeing it a certain way. But that does not mean that you have to hang it that way depending on your likes or your spacing arrangements.

While a painting might look great vertically, it also might look fabulous horizontally as shown in the photos below. Or visa versa.

Moving Within the Lines ~ 36" x 24" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

I have to admit that I can get a little bored with things staying the same. And start looking for some change in my own home design.

That is how I discovered this trick. And it changes the room instantly. Gives it a new perspective without spending a dime!

Just give it a try with your abstract painting. Or when you are ready to purchase some new abstract paintings, have the artist or gallery turn it around and around to see if it can be hung multiple ways.

Contact me for availability on these paintings as originals or prints. Or if I can help you in any way.

Your home decor can get pretty boring after awhile if you don't change it up every so often.

If you keep your wall and furniture colors neutral, it makes it easier to spend your money on different colored accessories.

In the photos below, I give you 3 design ideas on hanging the same smaller modern abstract paintings while changing out the larger abstract painting. And you can refer to this post on choosing for the advantages of owning smaller paintings. 

And you can view more info about each painting by clicking the italic red underlined link.

The 2 smaller abstract paintings shown in all the photos are: Separating in Groups and Separating in Groups 2 ~ Both 12" x 12" x 1.5" & Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas.

The larger abstract painting is Finding the Way ~ 30" x 24" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

And to change those accessories around to get a fresh new look quickly.

The larger abstract painting is  Growth Patterns 4 ~ 30" x 24" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

When investing in modern abstract art for your wall decor I have found it wise to choose art that contains some of the same colors so that you can move it from wall to wall and room to room.

The larger abstract painting is Growth Patterns 1 ~ 30" x 24" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

And to own different sized art to have a variety of modern abstract paintings to switch around for space requirements and variety.

It makes it easier to group different sized paintings together on the same wall as well and continue to have a cohesive look.

Contact me for availability on these paintings as originals or prints. Or if I can help you in any way.

It is important in today’s world to support the special people in your life and encourage their empowerment goals.

Whether a close loved one or very special friend, they need to know that you not only think it is great that they do what is necessary to reach their goals in life but that you admire their energetic pursuits.

Stretching the Boundaries ~ 12" x 12" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

As an empowered woman myself, I know how difficult it is to find the courage to continue on that path when so many roadblocks are in the way.

Each time you have to digest the problem in front of you, solve it and take the time to get back on course. During that process you encounter those negative feelings that try to hold you back from completing your purpose, your passion.

Unsettled in an Organized Sort of Way ~ 12" x 12" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

The doubts surface and linger until they are shoved away.

Empowerment takes courage, tenacity, and a belief in oneself. And it should be celebrated.

Emotional Reactions 6 ~ 12" x 12" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

An abstract art painting that encourages that special person to continue on to reach their goal in life is the perfect gift. Every time they look at that encouraging painting it speaks to them, encourages them, and nudges them to the finish line. A gift that keeps on giving no matter the goal.

From left to right: Stretching the Boundaries ~ Unsettled in an Organized Sort of Way

Both  12" x 12" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

And if not the original painting, think about a fine art paper print or a canvas print.

Contact me for availability on these paintings as originals or prints. Or if I can help you in any way.

Choosing contemporary abstract art paintings, as what is considered right for your decor is a big problem for most people.

So don’t feel intimidated by it. You are not alone when questioning your decision process for designing your walls with Art.

Here are 3 helpful hints to help you choose the right art for your walls.

All links are in red to click/view previous posts and to view the art paintings.

You may want to read another recent post, 5 Tips to Learn How to be Become An Art Collector a Little at a Time, to help you also.

1. Consider the abstract painting that you are immediately attracted to.

If you can’t forget the painting as you stroll the gallery or go into other shops, then that abstract art painting was meant for you. Think about where you can hang it in your home decor or your office space. It will continue to keep your eye for as long as you own it. Have you already imagined in your mind a place on your wall that you have hung it?

Circling Around the Decision ~ 24" x 30" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Circling Around the Decision ~ 24" x 30" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

2. Does the abstract art painting speak to you? Ask yourself what it says to you.

When a painting speaks to you about a memory, event or a feeling then it will give you that same reminder every time you look at it. If it cheers you with its colors and shapes or makes you nostalgic with its memory, it will be like a movie with your favorite scene, playing that feeling or saying that same message over and over again.

Losing Your Way ~ 20" x 16" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

3. Eliciting a reaction or feeling for you with its color, movement or design elements is another sign.

I get the same reaction from people every time they view my paintings. They say, “It makes me feel so Happy.”  Or, “Your paintings are so cheerful.” 

Tethered and Untethered ~ 36" x 36" x 1.5" ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Because I use repeating patterns and bold colors in my abstract paintings they are vibrant and joyful to view. Again, you will renew that same feeling every time you view them. In today’s world, feeling cheerful is not easy to find in our day-to-day lives. It helps keep us healthy.

If you need my FREE assistance for help in choosing abstract art paintings for your room, just contact me.

Since I have blogged my 2 previous posts on turning your modern abstract art paintings around for a different look, I have created a lot of interest in trying this out by my readers.

All links are in red to view previous posts and to view the art paintings.

Catch up and read these 2 posts here: Turn That Horizontal Modern Abstract Art Painting Around for a New Look and Abstract Art that was Created Vertically and Hanging it Horizontally.

Let me show you some more examples to get your imagination going:

This is the original, horizontal direction that I painted this abstract painting, Circling Around the Decision

Circling Around the Decision ~ 24”H X 30”W X 1.5”D ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

And this is that same painting turned around vertically so the smaller circles are on top. It works this way too.

Circling Around the Decision ~ 24”H X 30”W X 1.5”D ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Now I turned it horizontally again but upside down from my original direction so that the smaller group of circles are on the left side instead of the right side. What do you think?

Circling Around the Decision ~ 24”H X 30”W X 1.5”D ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Okay, I hope you aren’t getting dizzy from this demonstration. Turning it vertical again but with the small grid of circles on the bottom works great too.

Circling Around the Decision ~ 24”H X 30”W X 1.5”D ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Which way is your favorite?

Here is the great thing about this painting, it works 4 different ways. That means if you want to put it in a different room with less space horizontally, you can choose to hang it vertically. If you just want a different look in your room you can change it periodically in that room 4 different ways.

When you are shopping for contemporary abstract art for your decor, think about the ways you can use it to get a new look or to adapt to a move where you might have less wall space to use. 

This painting is a bargain because you get 4 looks in one! And the accessories you put near it and change periodically will also determine how you can hang it.

To view more info on this bold, colorful, cheerful painting you can see it here: Circling Around the Decision

In January, I had one of my art collectors contact me about purchasing 2 paintings that she had seen in an exhibition and been attracted to. She told me that she had set a goal for herself and had met it recently.

Her goal came with a promise of a gift to herself if she met it. Those 2 paintings were her reward.

And my goal made a long time ago also earned a very important gift. You can read more about mine below.

So these next several paintings are shown here to see if I can encourage you to set a goal for yourself to complete that you have thought about trying but have left sitting there. You know that special something that will give you a lift to the next level of your business, weight, exercise routine, etc.

You can click the name of the painting link shown below each painting in red to view more info about that painting.

The Many Shapes and Sizes ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas ~ 36” X 36” X 1.5”

     

See how The Many Shapes and Sizes ties the items in the room together and completes the look of each room. That is what a painting on your wall does, it completes your room.

Tethered and Untethered ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas ~ 36” X 36” X 1.5”

Again, see how Tethered and Untethered completes these rooms? Just imagine these walls bare!

Let’s show one more to prove our theory.

Circling Around the Edges ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas ~ 24” X 18” X 1.5”

    

Definitely, Circling Around the Edges makes these rooms more cheerful and complete.

I have many more stimulating paintings on my website to choose from for your gift to yourself as well.

Let me tell you about the reward I promised myself if I met my goal. It was so important to me because it made me who I am today. I made a promise to myself that if I quit smoking that I would return to college for an art degree! I had tried and failed twice before but had no incentive attached.

And I completed that goal 30 years ago and gifted myself my art degree! Never smoked another cigarette. That is how powerful a promise of an important gift can become in completing your goal.

Try it. It really can be life changing.

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Life has gotten very busy and complicated over the last decade. And especially the last several years with the pandemic and all that entails.

Click on the name of each painting name in red bold type below each photo for more details.

Healing Power of Flowers  ~  36” X 36” X 1.5”  ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas 

You can help with stress and your health by having art on your walls that means something to you. That speaks to your soul.

One Power Flower  ~  36” X 36” X 1.5”  ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

And Power Flower and Healing Power of Flowers are companion pieces so they can be hung up together in the same room or in the next room for a cohesive look when walking through both.

It has been proven that in hospitals that hang art on their walls, especially floral art, that it helps people recover more quickly and with fewer drugs and side affects.

Flowers on Antique Table ~ 12” X 9” Framed  ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas Paper

Because I am an avid gardener, I enjoy having flowers around me all the time. It helps feed my soul with happiness and relieves the stress I encounter daily. So I create my fantasy flowers in modern abstract paintings using acrylic and collage.

Roses on Black Table  ~  14” X 11”  ~ Acrylic on Canvas Paper 

It really helps reduce the tension of day-to-day tension of this fast paced world we live in.

Left to right: Trailing Garden   Who Doesn’t Love Spring?  Both 24” X 24” X 1.5”  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas and Panel

Try hanging a springtime floral garden on your walls and let me know how it makes your day brighter and more fulfilling.

These paintings and many more florals are available on my website to choose from.

If I can be of help please email me . I will be happy to assist you in your planning.

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Mindfulness is an awareness of your fully in the moment thoughts, feelings and sensations.

It brings to the surface what you are experiencing while you are fully in the present. 

What are you immediately experiencing as you look at this painting? What are you noticing first? How it makes you feel or the shapes, color and texture?

(You can click on the name of each painting in RED underneath each photo to go to its page on the website.)

Do They All Lead to the Same Place ~ 24” X 20” ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

A minute or 2 is all it takes to observe your reactions to an abstract painting as you are using mindfulness.

So as you come to each painting below, be mindful of you initial reaction to it. 

Embrace Our Diversity ~ 30” X 24” X 1.5” ~ Acrylic on Canvas

You need to question how the abstract painting is making you feel, your immediate reactions to it.

Happy, calm, anxious, sad, or stirs an event or memory.

Every person will have their own personal reaction on what the art says to them depending on their life experiences.

Global Consequences ~ 36” X 36” x 1.5” ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

That repeated experience in viewing that same modern abstract artwork is good for your health because practicing mindfulness benefits you in many positive ways.

When an artwork speaks to you and you return to it in your mind repeatedly, that Art needs to be in your life.

You will get that same experience every time you are in its presence.

Taking Flight1 ~ 6” X 6” X 1.5” ~ Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas (part of a 2 painting series)

These can be the benefits to your health of owning art that speaks to you:

• lower your blood pressure
• help you with sleep problems
• improves focus and concentration
• can lessen depression, anxiety and pain levels.

Wouldn’t it make more sense to surround yourself with art that has health benefits for you rather spend much more money on medicine and huge medical bills?

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Not all art is created equally! Yes another Equality Issue to solve…

If you are confused about what to look for and what to ask when looking for that modern abstract art painting with mixed media or collage added to it, here is a quick primer for you.

1.  First, preparing the canvas…

Canvas needs to be prepared with 3-4 coats of Gesso before applying anything else on the canvas or most papers. Gesso acts as a binder for the paint, whether acrylic or oil and anything else you affix to the canvas. Even when I buy commercial canvases that touts been gessoed I still put several coats of my own gesso on as well. Manufacturing cannot always be trusted so I add more. And most don’t tell you how much they have added.

This is a canvas that I added 2 coats of black Gesso and then another coat of black liquitex paint. You cannot use Gesso as your layer of paint, no matter whether you use white, black or gray Gesso. It is not meant to take the place of paint for your canvas.

So this might be one question that you ask the artist or gallerist to ask the artist. It is important. It is amazing how many artists don’t do this.

2.  Quality paint and mediums are also important.

I shudder every time I hear an artist or art instructor tell students to use paint from Lowe’s or Home Depot that is meant for painting your walls or exterior home that is not formulated to last over centuries. And to use varnish that is not made for art as well.

There are many quality art paint companies that make the paint that artists should use for their artworks. I use Liquitex and Winsor Newton acrylic paints and mediums. I can’t in good conscious sell an artwork that hasn’t been created with quality products. 

The price of a painting might give you a clue on the shortcuts someone has taken when creating a painting. You get what you pay for. But ask what brand of paint the artist uses.

Here is a painting that I created 35 years ago that I have kept for myself. It is still in as good of condition as the day it was painted!

Women in Art, Where Are They?   44” x 37”  ~ Acrylic on Canvas

3. Mediums and affixatives will only last so long if they are not meant for fine art.

There are too many creators who do not ask the important questions before working on an artwork.

Collage is used so much today to affix a few items or many pieces to a creation. Mediums should be used to affix them to the canvas otherwise they will dry out and fall off. You can’t just use the average glues that are meant for short time spans. You can use the paint itself as an affixative.

And all collage items need to be ended with another coat of medium once the layer is dry to seal it to the canvas.

4. The final step is the sealer.

And not just any varnish but those that are meant for archival purposes and for canvas or paper fine art. I use a spray and many thin coats. I like a matte finish because glossy surfaces IMO cause too much glare depending where you hang an artwork.

The 4 items I listed are the questions you can ask and sound like a more experienced buyer. But more importantly it lets you know exactly what you are buying and if it will stand the test of time on your wall as a fine artwork should if prepared properly.

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In my last post, Turn that Horizontal Modern Abstract Art Painting Vertically for a New Look, I mentioned at the end that I would show you the opposite in this post. Turning vertical Art horizontally.

But you can only do this with non-representation, abstract art. And not all abstract paintings.

But try it and see if it works with your art.

Love playing around with the direction of a series of abstract art paintings.

(Clicking the red link of the name of the painting will take you to that painting on my website.)

Before: These 2 paintings, Connections on the left and Nucleii 2 on the right, are hung here the way I created them.

After: And in this shot they are hung horizontally. Each one is 24”W X 30” L hung vertically.

Nucleii2 is on the top and Connections is on the bottom.

After: Now each can be hung by themselves and work also. And hung each way with the blue section on the top or turned around with the blue on the bottom. Below is Connections by itself.

Let me show you a second series used horizontally instead of it’s intended direction.

Before: Here they are how they were created to hang, vertically. Going Places is on the left, Going from Place to Place on the right. They are both 20” L X 16” W when vertical.

After: And here they are hung in various ways. Going Places is the one with the big splotch of yellow, Going from Place to Place is the other one.

You don’t have to use all the paintings in a series however, you can use just one alone also.

I would really love to have your input. Do you like this idea? And have you tried it on your own Art?

Let me know your feelings about this. Everyone is different so it might not be something you like.

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Yes…you can turn your contemporary abstract paintings in a different direction and have a new look to your room.

Just because the artist created the painting as a horizontal doesn’t mean that you can’t like it better as a vertical for your space.

This won’t work for all abstract paintings but I have found that it works for many of mine

Some examples of before and after will stimulate your curiosity to see if some of your contemporary abstracts will work the same for you. And if you have discovered that you actually like it better.

Before: This is Up, Down and All Around hung the way I created it, horizontally. (acrylic/mixed media on canvas)

After: And here is Up, Down and All Around hung vertically. WOW…fantastic.

Now you have a painting that is 36”L X 24”W! 
And all you had to do was change the position of the wire on the back.

Let’s take another one.  This acrylic/mixed media on canvas painting, Separate From the Rest, was created horizontally.

Before: Separate From the Rest horizontally measures 24” L X 36” W like the previous one above.

After: Notice how the orange, curved line leads your eye to the hanging lamp…cool.

Another WOW…because this looks great, right?

And I forgot to mention that you can try Separate From the Rest both ways vertically…

Which way do you like it hung best? I like them all so I am going to give each one a try for awhile.

Come on, give it a try. Email me your results because I would love to know how it worked for you.

Look for the next post because I am going to be hanging Art that was created vertically, horizontally. It works both ways and I will show you.

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Hands are an amazing describer of a person. You can tell a lot about how a person is feeling by their hand movements.

How they accessorize their hands and wrists shows a flair for color, design and creativity.

Tattoos are a very popular way today that people are branding their personality on themselves for others to see.

(You can view each painting larger or shop for it on my website by clicking the name(s) below each painting)

Mismatched Hands  •  40" X 30" •  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Some people count using their fingers or use their hands for measuring or checking the time constantly.

When they are checking the time they are telling you to hurry because they are busy!

Counting Hand  •  24" X 30"  •  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Some people multitask with their hands. Especially when playing games that require movement. Or balancing many items at one time.
Have you ever played jacks and not seen what the other person is doing because they are so fast with their hands?

Multitasking Hands  •  24" X 30"  •  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

And when we practice diversity, we embrace people with hands that are different colors, shapes, sizes, genders, and on and on.

It doesn't matter what they look like, because we are accepting of everyone.

       
Left to Right:  Directional Hand 2  •  Directional Hand 1

Both are 24" X 18" and Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

But the most important action that hands show is love, friendship and acceptance.

The X's and O's stand for hugs and kisses in this painting. Do you try to show acceptance?

Compassionate Hand  •  24" X 30"  •  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

I have many more hands on my website for you to view. You can shop there for the hand that most resembles your personality.

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I doubt that many artists or galleries have mentioned this tip to you.

Just because the modern abstract artwork is displayed in a certain direction by the artist or gallery, doesn’t mean that once you own it you can’t hang it differently according to your own preference and space availability.

I have been fooling around some with my non-representational (no apparent subject) paintings and turning some every which way. Let me show you my amazing discovery…

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This abstract painting, Up, Down and All Around, was created horizontally and is 24” L x 36”w on canvas.

Now see Up, Down and All Around as it looks like hung vertically (on the left counter clockwise and on the right clockwise). Amazing, right? Do you like either transition?

Let’s look at another example. This time the abstract painting was created as a vertical and we will try it as a horizontal.

This painting, Connections, is 30”L x 24”W on canvas and is hanging the way it was created to hang.

Looks good how it is placed. But let’s try Connections hung horizontally and see what we think.

I am trying to decide which way I like it best. But I have to tell you I like it both ways.

And the conclusion from this little experiment was that it is possible for abstracted paintings to look fine hung in different directions. I have to admit, I went a little crazy and tried others. I will share them in more posts to come.

Not every artwork will look good but with the proper balance of the colors or design it could take on a totally different look. And give you a whole different view of your cherished art.

What do you think? Will you try this with your modern abstract art? All it takes is adjusting the wire on the back of the Art.

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Artists can have several palettes that they switch back and forth from over time in my non representational art.

Just like any other professional, I need to change things up a bit to remain happy and creative.

One of my palettes was using shades of blue  with bits of green and red but I hadn't used it as a primary palette in several years.

I am finishing up a series of 4 paintings with shades of blue as the primary color and other colors mixed in that I tend to use.

Green always seems to appear in all my contemporary acrylic art paintings and is here to stay.

Here are the 1st and 2nd painting in my Series of Growth Patterns:

Near your favorite chair or over your headboard in the bedroom, both visually lift your spirits and encourage you with the message to continue on your path of growth.

From left to right on walls: Growth Patterns 1  •  Growth Patterns 2  

Both are 24" X 18" X 1.5"  •  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Or what about just using just one Growth Patterns modern art painting over a shelf? Either one looks great next to that green plant. They can be purchased separately.

From left to right on walls: Growth Patterns 1  •  Growth Patterns 2  

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Most owners of a fine art abstract painting takes it home and hangs it in a row with other art. Bottoms and tops lining up. The same way it was shown to them in the shop where they purchased it.

In this photo are 2 series paintings hung how the wire is attached in the back and lined up bottom and top.

Left to right: Meetings in Space 2     Meetings in Space    Both paintings 24” X 18” X 1.5” & Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

But have you tried turning the art upside down or horizontally even if it has a vertical hanging wire. You can change the wire very easily.

You might find you like it best the way the artist intended it but maybe not. And maybe it is time for a change.

Let me show you some examples that I think are more stimulating ways to hang wall art if possible.

In this example, I turned the painting on the right, Meetings in Space 2, upside down and lowered it so the diagonal, orange, vertical lines meet up with each other for a great design flow that your eye automatically travels.

In this example, I am switching the paintings and hanging Meetings in Space, on the right side, upside down and a bit lower then Meetings in Space on the left is hanging again lining up those diagonal lines. I like the way it calls attention to the different larger shapes and colors next to each other.

Think about the way you can turn your abstract art around for a different look. And stay tuned for more tips that help you get the most out of your Art when designing your home or office.

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The first thing most viewers say about my art is that it makes them happy and changes their mood.

What you might not know is that that reaction is good for your health.

And that every time you look at one of my artworks you will always have the same reaction if it speaks to you. Art is an instant stress reliever for you. That is why art is on all the walls of hospitals and doctors' offices. It helps people heal faster and lifts their spirits.

Let's experiment with these 5 paintings.

Of course you have to like abstract art or they might not work for you. I am not going to tell you the title of the work because I don't want to impart what it is about for me. But you will be able to click the link below each painting to view it and its title on my site. The art should speak to each of us personally and how we relate to it.

Notice your reaction as you view each of these artworks.

Ask yourself how it makes you feel. And what memory or message is it imparting to you. Let me know which one spoke to you the most or which was your favorite.

24" X 24" X 1.5" • Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

20" X 20" X 1.5" • Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

24" X 24" X 1.5" • Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

24" X 18" X 1.5" • Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

24" X 20" X 1.5" • Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Click on the links below each photo to view them larger and get more information.

My purpose in creating each painting is to lift your spirits by using colorful, bold, repeating patterns and shapes. But I also want to encourage and/or empower you with a message.

I hope you found this exercise to your liking and that you will let me know what you found out about your reactions to them. Please let me know which one spoke to you the most (or you were most attracted to).

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At some point in the ownership of art on canvas, you might need to retighten it.

I have paintings over 25 years old and they are not sagging yet. Quality products used by artists is an important factor in how often you will have to do this.

You get what you pay for when you purchase art.

When you decide to buy art that is priced cheaply there is always a reason that it can be purchased for a low price. Ask questions of the artist or the gallery about the process the artist uses when creating their work.

My paintings are created using all quality products.

Artistic excellence is my primary goal when creating my paintings. I take the time and products to affix the collage securely and  that have proven excellent with the test of time.  Preparing a canvas before painting on it is also very important. And sealing it when it is finished is also a must to preserve everything included on the surface of the painting.

How to Retighten a Canvas on its Stretcher Bars:

This happens over time and can be remedied quickly using the following method.

Personally, my advice is to hire a professional to retighten a painting that is large and dear to you.

This method will not damage the painting. Canvas is a fabric and the weave of canvas can become loosened over time. This is a natural happening with canvas and should not worry you that your painting is defective.

Use a spray bottle filled with plain water and spray lightly the entire back of the painting. Then put the painting in the sun for several hours to dry thoroughly.

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Many of us do Circle Around the Edges of our lives for various reasons.

It could be because of a lack of money, motivation or education to take the steps necessary to jump in the middle and pursue your passion and live the life you only dream about.

My job as an artist, as I see it, is to Motivate, Encourage and Empower you with confidence through my bold, delightful paintings. And to inspire you to jump from the edges and get into the center of your quest for a fulfilled life.

Motivational and compliments the room beautifully.

Every time you view them on your home or office walls they not only delight your senses with their colors and patterns, but motivate you with gentle reminders to pursue your dream for a fulfilled life.

Circling Around the Edges greets you each morning with delight but also as a reminder to pursue your dreams.

At the office meeting it greets you as you enter to remember your end game to your goal in life.

My abstract paintings motivate me of my goal in pursuing my passion for continuing to grow through creating my art.

My goal is to give you a delightful feeling in viewing my art on your walls while giving your dreams a nudge that it is possible if you stay on a steady path. 

Take a larger look at Circling Around the Edges for that motivation that might be missing to bring your life full circle.

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There many of us who love large art for our homes or office but don’t have the wall space to accommodate it.

It is either too tall or too wide or both.  But you fell in love with a painting and had to have it. Now what do you do so you can display it? So you can get that great feeling you get every time you look at it.

1. Buy an easel-not the type artists use to paint on but one that is made to show art. There are all types out there on the market. I prefer either black or silver metal ones. Make sure that it can accommodate the size of painting you want to display.

Here are some ideas with my new painting, Moving Within the Lines, 36” H X 24”W, Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

2. Lean it on top of a chest or bureau that is no taller than waist height.

Here are some examples using the same painting, Moving Within the Lines, 36” H X 24”W, Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Turn the painting horizontally in both directions  if it won’t fit on your wall height wise to hang. And see if you still like it that way. If so hang it and try it out. See below...What do you think? You can hang a painting anyway it appeals to you!

I have to say I like it all the ways I have shown you. What about you?

Let me know if you need help with your choice. I will be happy to give you some ideas.

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Let me detail what I mean and you can determine if it works for you in your situation.

Life today can get complicated real fast with all the choices we have available to us.

Purchasing ART causes anxiety for many because they feel that they need to know a lot about art to choose the “right art” for their home or office walls.

There are only 2 things you really have to determine when purchasing art.

1. Does the art speak to you? By this I mean do you get a feeling of familiarity, or attachment, or it brings back a memory and you want to repeat that feeling again? Most times your mind will go back to that artwork over and over again and you regret that you don’t own it.

2. The other issue is the spacing you have for the art. Do you have space for a large piece of art anywhere in your home or office that can accommodate a piece of art that size?

This 2nd determination, SIZE, is what makes owning a series of smaller artworks/paintings that were created to go together an advantage to own when they speak to you and you know you have to have them. They were made for you.

The Advantages:

1. If the series of art consists of 2, 3, or 4 or more, you can separate them on different walls in the same room or in separate rooms for a cohesive look among the art in your room(s). Four 12” X 12” paintings hung 2 up, 2 down = (approx.) 26” square painting!

2 Exciting Examples below of 2 up and 2 down:

Left image are my Structure A, B, C, D ~ Right image shows my 2 Green Peace & Moving Spaces 1 & 2 (all 12” X 12”)

We are a society that moves a lot. So at some point you decide to move to a different location or you eliminate a piece of furniture in your current location and now have space for a larger painting. VOILA, instant larger artwork to fill the space. And small art is much easier to pack, ship and keep safe when moving.

2. The 2nd advantage is size again in determining your layout on your walls or elsewhere. Below are 3 exciting examples of art that are a series of the same 3 paintings that are arranged in 3 different ways. And I have more arrangement suggestions for them too!

3 Exciting Examples below:  Crazy Daze 1, Crazy Daze 2, Crazy Daze 3   Again, all are 12” X 12” on wrapped canvas

      


I will give you some more exciting examples in future posts of different layouts using series of 2, 3, and 4 or more. And using different sizes together. Stay tuned.

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Storing Paintings:

Let me give you 2 important facts about canvas fabric.

1. It needs to breathe so it cannot be stored for large amount of times in an enclosed structure like a sealed box.

2. Stretched canvas retains any shapes and dings when something leans up against it and makes the canvas indent and stretch in or out with a different shape up against it. So be very careful how you place your painting and what may lean against it and damage it.

When storing canvas paintings in a closet or room:

You can store 2 identical-sized paintings, without frames, face-to-face in an open top mirror box. If you have various sizes you will need to stack there in various sized boxes. If you only have several paintings you need to stack in an area you can lean them against a wall without a box. Make sure that they are not leaning on a shape that can put dings in them.

If you are moving and need to pack them for storage or shipping, use a mirror box.

Preferably double box the painting(s). Wrap a piece of cardboard around the painting, at least the same size as the painting. Put packing, preferably bubble wrap or paper between the cardboard wrapping the canvas and the outer box. (there is acid-free cardboard available)

Don't wrap the painting on canvas itself in bubble wrap or anything that can stick, indent or stab the canvas. If you can find some cardboard corners to put on the corners of your canvas, that is an extra protection. Just make sure they are the right size and don't indent into the canvas.

Another idea for canvas paintings on stretcher bars, especially if it is an expensive painting, is to have it taken off the stretcher bars and roll it up and put it in a box. I would recommend you go to a frame shop and let them take it off the stretchers for you and wrap it up in a roll to put in a container. When it gets to your destination you can go back to a frame shop to have it re-stretched.

Large art is difficult and time consuming to wrap, box and ship. It might be best to have a professional art shipper wrap and ship your art to its destination. This painting, A Bit of Whimsy in Your Day, is 24” long by 48” wide. You would need a container at least 54” wide, 28” long and 7” deep. No such box exists so one would have to be made for it.

When you own something that gives you so much pleasure, you want to protect it and keep it safe. I hope you have learned some information here to keep your cherished paintings in great shape for years to come.

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So you own an original painting and it is hanging in the perfect spot in your home or office. GREAT.

    Separate From the Rest  24” X 36”

Now how do you take care of it?

What can you do to keep this painting you love in great condition and pass the test of time?

Cleaning or storing your art needs special precautions in order to keep it in top condition. You want to use the right solutions for cleaning it so that it doesn't do any harm to the paint or canvas or other background that holds the paint. And when storing your painting, for various reasons, it can be done so that it keeps it in the best possible shape so you can rehang it at a later date and it looks just as great as it did at its earlier showing.

Cleaning your Painting(s):

Why do you need to clean your painting? Well, to keep it in great condition!

Just like anything else in your home or office, it gets dusty and dirty from things that happen in your environment on a daily basis. 

Caution: If you are doing construction that involves sawing or sanding or anything that sends particles in the air, it would help your painting(s) to be taken down and put in a closet or an area where they can be shut away from that area where that activity is taking place. I will expand on how to store them under the Storing your Artfor short periods in a later post.

For Paintings using Oil or Acrylic on Canvas: If it is a new painting, it is recommended, on a monthly basis, that you dust it using a feather duster that is only used for your painting(s). Or you can use a dry brush that is soft with fine bristles. Over time you may need to do a more thorough cleaning on your acrylic or oil painting. (Make sure you know what mediums were used on your painting when you purchase it.) You can use a very gentle soapy water (preferably an olive oil soap) and a white, clean cotton cloth. 

Global Consequences ~ 36” X 36” X 1.5 “  ~  Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

Soak the cloth in this soapy water, then wring the cloth and gently run it across the surface of the painting. You do not want to soak the surface because it could loosen and break apart hardened paint. You can also use wetted Q-tips in crevasses but gently rules the day.  

Over time, if your painting becomes really dirty, an art restorer may be needed.  Smoke, flaking paint or other factors need a professional. They know how to restore it without further destruction.

For Paintings Using Water-based Paints on Paper: Dust only with a dry, soft, fine brush. If stained, use caution to gently try lighten stain using a damp, wrung out, white cotton cloth. Again, gently wipe cloth over stain to avoid taking off any of the paint. 

Look for the next part in this 3 part series in several days.

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We all need a show of caring and love. Especially with what we have been through the last year or so.

Embrace the Differences

A show of love or caring makes us feel we are connected to others and that we are not alone in this world.

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Left to right: Embrace X and O      Embrace O and X

Because of the last year of isolation there are many of us that have had a hard time coping with being “alone”. And not being able to have a hug or kiss from our close friends and relatives.

Left to right: Embrace X and O   

That human touch and connectedness is so important as a human. To go without that touch for awhile makes many depressed and withdrawn.

Embrace Our Diversity

To understand this is to look at the studies of newborns. Touch, hugging and shows of love is what connects newborns to the world and makes them feel valued. If they don’t receive that when born, it is difficult to ever repair it for them. And that trauma most often influences their life in negative ways.

Left to right: Embrace X and O      Embrace O and X

A gift of an artwork that shows love to someone important to you is valued by the recipient. And a gift of love to yourself is empowering to you as well. In its presence it reminds you that you need to love yourself first but also makes you think about your community.  A reminder that there are people out there that cares about you.

A Bunch of Hugs And Kisses

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It is all about what looks right in my design world. So let me help you with that.

I am now going to show you how great this original art can look in at least 4 different home decor styles.

Life is difficult enough today so let’s try to simplify things once we shut the door on the rest of the world...in our home.

The painting I am going to demonstrate with today is “Global Consequences”, 36” x 36” x 1.5”, Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas.

https://www.joycewynes.com/workszoom/1409824/global-consequences#/

Look how great it goes with everything in the space around it! It blends in with all the colors around it while remaining stimulating with its bold colors and shapes.

It is an environmental painting created for you, the individual who believes that we have to be mindful of what our environment is saying to us. HELP me NOW...

Just so you know, you can have stimulating, mindful art for your home and live your values at the same time.

We are in the dining area where again it fits in with the surrounding furnishings and color palette. And it lends a spark of life to the neutral objects in the room.

And look at what it does for the room pictured below. WOW...

I have to say that it ties together the elegant sofa with the brick painted wall superbly with the darker tan in the painting and the richer and darker red as well.

The next room could be in your office or your home. It is a resting spot for you or maybe a patient.

Who wouldn’t feel comfortable sitting in this space with that painting speaking to the value you put on society to keep our environment safe?

Let me help you design my paintings in your space so that your home or office becomes a place for comfort, healing and stimulation.

You can email me for a FREE consultation using photos of your space. For those within my district I will be happy to make a house call.

Remember, I love to design as well as create so it will be my pleasure to help you plan your environment.

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May 9th is Mother's Day and it is just around the corner.

I bet she would love an abstract floral art print for her wall decor.

She can hang it on a wall in the home or in the office. But wherever she hangs it, it will remind her of your love.

The art pieces shown here are in my Art Prints Portfolio under the Art Gifts Items menu my website.

Each one has a link that will take you to their page at the print shop so you can look at the sizes available for that print along with their prices. Your print can be ordered on Fine Art Paper or Canvas. And you can have it framed there also! Complete job.

You better hurry though, because the printer needs to have time to print and ship it out!

The link under each flower image takes you directly to that flower in my art prints menu on my website.

Flowers on Antique Table                          Flowers on White Antique Table

One Power Flower                                                       Healing Power of Flowers

Gold Flowers on Red Background                           Gold Flowers on Blue Background

There are more flower paintings in my Floral Paintings Portfolio you can choose from. However they are not on the print shop website yet.

If you would like one of those in the floral portfolio, email me the name of the painting and I will upload it to the print shop and email you the link.

Don't hesitate because time is running out very quickly to get your gift by Mother's Day.

And you will want to join my email list to get ideas for other gifts for others such as friends, family or yourself. 

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A series of wall art that was created to be used together in different ways is a specialty of mine.

Because I love designing with colorful art in my own office and home, I know that it is advantageous to be able to move the art around the house to change things up for a new look.

Here is the series of 4 paintings Structures A through D in the bedroom. And below they are designed in other layout schemes.

Top, left to right: Structure D  ~  Structure B      Bottom, left to right:  Structure A  ~  Structure C

And that can be done easily with a series of small paintings that you can arrange in different ways.

And here are all the Structure art paintings in one long row over a desk.

So part of my art creations include series art. I will create 12” X 12” canvas paintings in series of 2, 3 and 4 so that you can decide what is best for your space.

Here I only use 3 in a different design layout that looks great with the space available.

The best advantage of the modern art I create is that I can use it in any setting and with most styles.

They look great in this casual space with a rustic look and pull the space together with this colorful display.

Life can get too predictable and one way to add a little variety and excitement to your home or office space is to change it up a little.

This is really a great idea. Use 2 of the series over a counter next to some plants.

Then use the remaining 2 in another location in your space or in the same room. If you are using them in the same room, arrange them differently.

Coming up with colorful creative art is my job. I am very good at that. But I also add the natural design spirit that I have developed over the years to create art that looks great in almost any room and layout.

This is one of my favorite layouts. One leaning or hanging just above a cabinet surface. And the others hanging about 2 inches above each other.

Use my abilities to their fullest. Go to my Abstracts Small portfolio and look what is available. If you need help, email me and I can help with a layout if you send me some photos.

As I said I love to design a cohesive and exciting look that stimulates the mind and body. Let me help you get a new perspective in your space.

I accept Payment Plans but I have to do that by email because my cart system on my website does not have that capacity to do that as of yet. No excuses now. Go for it.

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Spring is in the air and little green sprouts are popping out of the dirt.

And it is time to brighten your home decor to lighten your mood.

Flowers on Antique Table

Floral Art on your walls is one way to create that lighter mood in your home, office and your spirit.

 In Celebration of Life’s Surprises

Feeling any lighter yet...in a better mood? Just imagine these paintings on your walls in your special place. It looks so happy in this bedroom doesn’t it?

As a gardener myself, my spirit soars in the Spring. It makes my heart sing to see those green stems break the surface and gain strength.

It inspires me to get to my easel and create one of my fantasy flowers. My floral, abstract paintings are creations of design and a little bit of reality. They are not photo representatives but take offs into another realm of how I would reconstruct my garden.

You can purchase the paintings above for your own room by clicking their link beside each painting. And take some time to go to my Flower Portfolio to look at all the other garden delights.

Contact me to help you to select art based on your room decor.

Watch for more flower selections in the next post.

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So you are almost finished and your design project still needs the finishing touches to be unique and inspiring.

This is the part that requires your direct attention and guidance.

If you listen to others on what wall art should be hung on your walls, you will be disappointed with what they choose.

Wall Art, especially paintings or art prints should only be chosen by you. The main reason is that you should let the Art speak to you and only you. If it doesn’t speak to you immediately it never will.

And if it will never speak to you, you will never receive the benefits of what art is supposed to do for you.

Have you ever been to a museum, gallery or someone’s home or office and you can’t take your eyes off a piece of art?

 
      
Art from left to Right: Meetings in Space ~ Meetings in Space 2   ~  Meetings of the Minds   ~  Up Down And All Around

If so, that art is speaking to you. It will bring up a memory or touch your soul or consciousness  every time you view it. That is what art is supposed to do for you.

Whether it is the color combination, the texture, the subject or any other element, it will stir up a reaction in your mind and body.

If you can own it, it will give you those benefits forever so don’t push it aside with those excuses we come up with to limit our pleasures.

Art from Left to Right: Black Thinking Lady  ~  Green Thinking Lady

Take the time to choose art that reflects your likes, your values, your mood desires.

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Your fireplace mantle is a great focal point to add items that are meaningful to you and your family.

If you are like me you like to change things up occasionally to create a new look but still have your prized possessions highlighted.

Using your fireplace mantle you can do this by changing the artwork that you either lean against it or hang above it.

Let me show you how I change mine. I have 2 paintings that blend into my design and colors in my family room and change them with each other every 6 months or so.

Lean them against the wall on top of the mantle

Easy to change up that way. I find 30” x 24” the tallest I want to use for space to ceiling.

From Left To Right:  Red Lady   30” X 24”   ~    Spacing Out   30” X 24”

            
Or hang above the other items arranged on your mantle.

Painting:  Mindful Meanderings   16” X 40”

I really like moving things around for another new look for the room. It is easier to move art and my collectibles than furniture.

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Our lives today are much different then years ago. We are much more likely to live in different homes, apartments, states, and countries.

That means we need to have home decor items that are easier and more versatile to use in different environments and easier to pack without damage.That is where the advantages of a series of small artworks are to your advantage.

1.  Using a series of art all together creates one large artwork. Four 12” X 12” paintings stacked 2 over 2 creates a cohesive 25” X 25” painting which is a great size over a sofa or buffet. Let me show you some examples of that look.

Art from Left to Right, top: Structure B  ~  Structure D    From Left to Right, bottom: Structure C  ~  Structure A

Art from Left to Right, top: Green Peace 2  ~  Moving Spaces 1  From Left to Right, bottom: Moving Spaces 2 ~  Green Peace 1

Art from Left to Right:  Joining Together #2 No Matter Race Creed Gender ~  Joining Together #1

2. You can vary the design on your wall for a whole different look for your decor. The possibilities are endless.

3.  And best of all advantages, using smaller series artwork is more versatile for smaller spaces. You don’t have to use the whole series in one spot. When you move, you are more likely to find space for your art collection in many different spots.

4.  Shipping artwork is expensive, especially large artwork, because it needs larger boxes and crates that are the right sizes.

So the boxes or crates have to be created by hand. And they have to be wrapped a certain way to avoid damage both in the box and outside the box from banging around and punctures. Therefore smaller artwork can be put in ready made boxes and it is less expensive to ship because it does not incur the oversized charges.

Cool, right? So many new ideas for your wall decor.

Stay tuned for other ideas in the next post. Until then, look at some small series artwork for your home decor.

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We all have had this experience at some point in our buying experience history.

You see something you love but for various reasons wait too long to purchase it. Then it is gone...and regret follows.

Especially One of a Kind items like Original Art.

Here are some tips to avoid that when you find that perfect artwork for your home decor or office wall.

1.  Ask the artist or gallery if they have a time payment plan. Don’t be intimidated to ask. Many artists do allow time payments especially on a large item purchase or when buying more than one artwork. Don‘t lose out on owning what you love because you feel, for some reason, that you can’t say “yes” at the moment. 

I do take time payments on all of my Original Art Paintings. But my website does not have the tech to do that type of purchase yet so you need to contact me and I can do that in a jiffy. While you won’t be able to have the art shipped to you until it is paid in full, you know that it is being held for you so no one can come along and scoop it up just because you couldn’t say “YES” at the time.

       The Healing Power of Flowers

2. You are hesitating on purchasing the one of a kind artwork because you don’t know your measurements, whether it will fit, or if it will look perfect for your space that needs something just like that to complete your room. Ask the artist or gallery if they have a return policy. Most do as long as it is returned in good condition and within a specified time period.

I do have a return policy. Mine is postmarked 7 business days after the date you receive it. And in the same condition you received it. So take photos of how it was wrapped as you unpack it. That way you can try it out in your space to see if it meets your needs for your home decor or office wall. So don’t hesitate to buy it to live with it on your walls and return it if you must. You will have to pay return shipping costs.

3.  What happens if you can’t decide between more than 1 piece of Original Art? If you live in the same area as an artist, most will let you take the Original Art home for a couple days to see how it looks or which you like better. Usually they will hold your charge or cash until you return the Art or call them back to announce which you are keeping  and which you are retuning.

              
Left to Right:  Directional Hand 2 ~  Directional Hand 1      Over the Hill-left side ~ Over the Hill-right side

I also allow you to take more than one piece of art home with you in a 50 mile radius and they are returned in the same condition you received it. Again if shipping is involved you will be responsible for those expenses.

So you see all your worries solved. Go ahead. Don’t lose out on owning the perfect art for you. It speaks to you forever.

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Would you like to take a glimpse in an artist's life? Behind the scenes...

Many artists show works in progress because lots of lovers of art want to see our studios and how we look trying to create the next wall art for their inspiring collection of artwork.

So the abstract painting in the photo that I am creating is named "Who Doesn't Like Spring?". However I did not have a name for it until weeks after it was finished.

In fact, it was the first painting that I asked my viewers to help me name by suggesting publicly what it brought up in their minds in reflection. The finished artwork creation is below.

You can see this in my portfolio for a closer view.

Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas, 24" X 24" X 1.5"

Because I am a gardener, Spring is so inspiring to me as an artist. I love to see all the green sprouts popping out of the ground. And I can't wait to go to the gardening centers. Spring starts in March in North Carolina so those sprouts are popping and my daffodils are blooming.

Now that you have seen it, I would love to give you some suggestions on using it in your home decor. It would also look great in a business such as a garden center or florist shop. Hey floral people, this would look great to your customers. It will give them a happy jolt and make shopping a pleasure for them.

Both of these photos are using "Who Doesn't Love Spring?" in the kitchen. It immediately gives you a lift of inspiration that Spring and Summer are right around the corner. And we all need that for our health and well being.

But this abstract painting can be placed anywhere that you go to as your favorite spot. It is your home or office and so what you choose to put there should bring you a joyful message. This playful painting will do just that.

Life is too short and chaotic to worry about what others think.

So choose art that speaks to you. That makes you feel good about yourself. Surround yourself with items that send off good, healthy vibes to your thoughts.

This can also be purchased as an art print. Just contact me and I will make that happen for you.

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When I started painting full time, hands and figures were uppermost in my art dialogue on canvas.

I am still so inspired by the thought of what hands disclose to us and how they are used.

You can tell so much about a person by how they accessorize their hands, how they hold them and how they extend them.

And let’s not forget how much they help us accomplish.

But hands also look great as abstract art in your home or office. 

Photo 1, left to right: Directional Hand 2, Directionally Hand 1 - both 24” x 18” and Acrylic/Mixed Media on Canvas

In an office setting these bold, colorful, abstracted hands inspire and empower workers to be creative in their approach to their projects. 

And in a home, their modern, abstracted playfulness cheers you up and lifts your spirits with hope.

The way I have arranged them on the bedroom wall sends a message of partnership, reaching out.  Over the chest it ties everything together, adding again that playful friendliness we need to feel a lift to our spirits in our special spot in our home. You can’t help feeling great when you view these paintings. Art has been proven to have a healing effect on people.

These two paintings have just been used as a banner in my home town to send the message to embrace our differences. They signal for us to extend a hand and join together.

I bet they would look great on your office wall or leaning on a buffet or fireplace. Click the links above to add them to your home or office.

Contact me for additional info or design ideas with these 2 Directional paintings. And view my whole portfolios of hands

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