I have been focusing on creating paintings over the past year. I did find time recently to make some original collages for On The Wall Framing in Toronto. The compositions and colours are inspired by my love of mid century design. Check them out.
“Bedford” & “Kaufmann” 11x15”
“Farnsworth” 9x12”
“Oasis” 11x15”
“Twin Palms” 18x24”
“Ventura” 9x12”
“Marcel” 11x15”
“Lovell” 9x12”
“Statler” 18x24”
Over the past few months, I have been working on new original paintings on paper for Goetze Art & Design in Memphis. I found inspiration from various textiles, pottery, tile design, florals, and interiors.
I hope you connect with the work. Check out the collection here and reach out to Amanda at her team to purchase.
“Snake with Coral” 18x24”
“Flower Plate with Shell” 18x24”
“Fruit Bowl” 18x24”
“Cross with Flowers” 18x24”
“Koi Fish” 18x24”
“Bird with Horseshoe”
“Pitcher with Fan” 18x24”
I recently hung my original painting by Canadian artist Karen Bramhill on our living room gallery wall, and love it so much! Check out her work here.
“Stargazing” photo by Karen Bramhill
I just discovered Swedish artist Alice Herbst from this youtube clip. I am so inspired by her oil paintings and her choice of colours. Here are a few of her paintings that caught my eye.
“Dozens of tales for thriving flowers” photo by Alice Herbst
“Build a dream” photo by Alice Herbst
“The act”, photo by Alice Herbst
“Redress” photo by Alice Hebert
“Last time we all met each other” photo by Alice Herbst
“Somehow I found home again” photo by Alice Herbst
Is officially here and I have been taking a break from creating in the studio. Here are some things that have caught my eye lately.
Just a reminder to take time for yourself and use your hands to make something. Whether you are planting flowers in the garden, at a pottery class, or doing arts and crafts with your kids. You will love the feeling at looking at something you made...trust me. If you have 15 minutes take the time to watch this.
Photo by Rick Rubin
“Flower with Shells” is a favourite painting available in my online shop.
Flowers with Shells 11x14” original painting on canvas board
I haven’t been to art an gallery since my holiday in November to San Diego. This Summer I hope to find some inspiration while viewing incredible artwork. Shown here is David Hockney’s “A Bigger Splash.”
Photo by Daniel Leal
If you are new here I love interiors, homes that filled with pattern, colour, art and books. Personal collections and thrifted finds always speak to me. This home featured in House & Garden UK is charming.
Photo by Dean Hearne
I have so many images saved as ideas for new paintings. I thought a watermelon might be fun in a still life piece.
Photo by Portmanteau
I recently received a beautiful handmade necklace and bracelet from my friend Jane Denton in New Zealand. She creates unique artwork and has recently begun selling her jewellery. Check it out here.
Photo by Jane Denton
Needle point pillows are definitely having a moment, this one from Furbish Studio is so fun!
Photo by Furbish Studio
Yesterday my husband and I watched the first episode of “Stick” on Apple TV. I’m not a golfer but Owen Wilson and Marc Maron are always fun to watch. I laughed out loud a lot and am excited to see what will happen in this series.
Photo by Apple TV
If you have never watched a Homeworthy house tour on YouTube you are missing out. I enjoyed listening to the founder Alison Kenworthy chat about how she started her business four years ago on this podcast.
Photo by Francesco Lagnese
I recently finished some new pieces for Goetze Art & Design and wanted to share them with you. I came across some vintage instruments online and knew I had to paint my version of them. Full of colour and pattern, I love the set of three paintings together as a set. They are 11x14” originals on wood panel ready to hang. Please reach out to the gallery if you are interested in collecting.
Photo by Portmanteau
“Cigar Box Ukulele” 11×14”
“Horseshoe with Flowers” 11×14”
“Vintage Fiddle with Vine” 11×14”
Last year I did a collection of still life pieces with busts which my collectors really enjoyed. Here is a small original painting on canvas board, easy to frame or lean on a bookshelf.
“Bust with Candle” 6×8”
The other day I read an article in Elle Decor by Rita Konig and thought I would share some of her tips for collecting artwork. “The art and the interior need to complement one another, not fight or match,” she writes. “It’s more important, though, that the art connects with you, rather than just fitting the house. The place to put it will come.”
I wanted to share some artists whose work is available through Goetze Art & Design. Check out some of my favourite pieces below, I hope you find an artist that you connect with. Reach out to Amanda and her team at the gallery if you have any questions. Fill your homes with things that you love.
Painting by Rebecca Jack
Painting by Georgia Beaumont
Mixed Media by Anke Schofield
Painting by Pam Hassler
Painting by Molly Odom Magill
Painting by Burton Callicott
Painting by Lauren Matsumoto
Painting by Danny Broadway
Painting by Mary Singleton
Painting by Ida Floreak
Oil Pastel by Anine Cecilie Iverson
Photograph by Alice Crenshaw
Mixed Media by Sarah Ella Cole
Painting by Katherine George
Painting by Augusta Wilson
Mixed Media by Ana Zaja Petrak
Painting by Kazaan Viveiros
Painting by Kurt Meer
Mixed Media by Arienne Lepretre
Painting by Meghean Warner
Mixed Media by Cat Rigdon
Painting by Lizzy Love
I’m so excited to share that my original paintings will now be available through Goetze Art & Design in Memphis Tennessee. Amanda and her team support artists around the globe and I feel honoured to be included in the roster. My first collection includes four paintings on canvas (the largest I have offered) as well as four 18x24” paintings on heavyweight paper. You can check them out here.
“Flowers with Shells” 18x24”
“Tiger with Leaf” 18x24”
“Zebra with Shell” 24x20”
“Horse with Wildflowers” 24x36”
“Vase with Mushrooms” 24x30”
I’m very excited to finally share this new collection of artwork with you! I’ve been busy in the studio creating these original paintings filled with colour and pattern. My first inspiration was an Ancient Greek horse sculpture, tigers and birds were next in my sketchbook. These paintings are 11x15” and 8x8” on wood panel, ready to hang.
I’ve spent many hours dreaming of colour combinations from quilts, folk art, and rug designs. There are nine paintings available, I hope you check them out and share them with others.
It feels great to start a new year with so many ideas. I will keep finding time to create and look forward to seeing what I think of next.
November is here and Christmas is just around the corner. I work in retail and those holiday tunes will soon be on the daily playlist. If you are not into last-minute shopping like myself, you might find this helpful.
Love this reversible woven throw by Clr. So many fun patterns to choose from and free shipping over $100.
Photo by Clr
I follow someone on Instagram who said they wore these earrings every day. I bought them in April before we went to LA and have not taken them off since. They come in a few metal colours and are very affordable.
Photo by Amazon
American artist Kirsten Williams will soon be releasing her holiday collection on Novemeber 18th. How pretty are these hand painted ornaments. Follow her here for details.
Photo by Kirsten Williams
Years ago I was introduced to the brand Lothantique. It has been a favourite of mine for quality and scent. My go-to is the Verbena.
Photo by Ziggy’s at home
Furbish Studio is known for their needlepoint pillows, but these rich velvet hues caught my eye. They are also currently on sale.
Photo by Furbish Studio
Handmade artisan pottery is always a favourite of mine and Fable makes beautiful pieces. Pasta bowls are something anyone could use and are available in lots of colours.
Photo by Fable
A book you can cut up and make art with…count me in. Get your creative juices flowing with this gift idea.
Photo by Moma
Winter is on its way and you can never have too many toques. My daughters would love lots of the patterns Herschel has, I dig the stripes!
Photo by Herschel
A few years ago my husband gifted me one of these mid-century birds. It is displayed on a bookshelf in our living room and makes me happy.
Photo by Finnish Design Shop
I love a hot cup of tea and a metallic kettle would be a statement in any kitchen.
Photo by Breville
A framed family photo can be instantly customized with these hand made mattes. Emily Romero makes beautiful marbled paper products.
Photo by Emily Romero
When I was in art school one of my favourite things to wear to class was a grey cardigan that was my grandpa’s. This cotton blend cardigan looks cozy and is on sale.
Photo by Old Navy
Mackenzie from MVP Studio is an American potter who is so talented. Her unique use of colour gets me excited, I would love to receive any of her pieces.
Photo by MVP Studio
The Bear television show is so popular and chef Matty Matheson just came out with a new cook book. Perfect for the foodies on your list.
Photo by Indigo
Have a great week friends and happy shopping!
I love discovering new to me artists. As soon as I went onto American painter Susan Lichtman’s website, I tried to see if she offered prints of her original pieces. They capture the people and places of her everyday life and instantly drew me in. The colour palettes and somewhat abstract figures of her oil paintings are wonderful and I wanted to share them with you. Here are a few favourites.
“Drawing Room” painting by Susan Lichtman
“Studio Doors with Vacuum” painting by Susan Lichtman
“Off” painting by Susan Lichtman
“Cyan Kitchenette” painting by Susan Lichtman
“Sisters” painting by Susan Lichtman
“Father’s Day” painting by Susan Lichtman
“Equinox Meal” painting by Susan Lichtman
As the seasons change, many people including myself feel an itch to switch up their surroundings. Little things make a difference if you shop your own house & move things around. I had a muted washable rug under our kitchen table that has now moved to the laundry room. Our dog is huge, sheds, drools and his dog bed & food bowls are right beside the eating area. Cross your fingers that this wool rug stands up here. My daughter came home from school and wasn’t upset I moved it out of her room.
Our dog Biggie just turned ten a few weeks ago. He loves walks, belly rubs and cheese.
I recently discovered artist Marissa Voytenko and love her current encaustic work. So hard to choose a favourite but I will always love a blue/green combo. Check the website out here to see her portfolio.
Artwork by Marissa Voytenko
One of my favourite ways to relax is to sit with a hot cup of tea & watch a great house tour. I recently saw designer Jessica Davis’s home featured on Homeworthy & it is a mid- century dream. Check it out here. Another mid-century home I enjoyed is this restored home in Florida. This textile designers home is full of colour & pattern. Enjoyed watching this tour of a charming cottage in Berlin. This home in Maine is so charming, I love the library and the plywood walls. Their collections of art & pottery are so good!
Photo by Jessica Davis
My mother-in law just left for Spain, and the other night I discovered this gorgeous pottery. We will have to wait & see if our family gets any souvenirs from her holiday.
Pottery by Casa Pletorica
I saw this cutting board & thought oh that is fun! Maybe I need a new one with a pattern. I fell in love with this fabric as soon as I saw it, now I have to think of what I can upholster in it.
Photo by Rowe Furniture
This painting has been a work in progress for months. It took me a while to complete and I finally photographed it and added it to my shop. “Girl with Bun” 16x20” if you are looking for a pop of colour for your home.
I always find inspiration from the colours and patterns in interior design. Here are some images that caught my eye.
Design by Amanda Brooks
Design by Heather Peterson Design
Design by Laura Gonzalez
Design By Amanda Louise Campbell
Design by Nicola Marda
Design by Reath Design
Design by Folk Studio
Design by Anna Spiro
Design by Kate Guinness
Design by Heidi Caillier
Design by Reath Design
At the beginning of the year, I was having fun creating pieces that were new for me. I had the urge to paint decorative things like busts, books, pottery, shells, flowers and so much more. I am very thankful for the collectors who have given my artwork a new home. The ideas are still flowing and I am excited to share these new paintings with you.
There are eleven original paintings available, 6x8”, 11x14”, 16x20” and 20x24”. Mother’s Day is just around the corner, add to your art collection or give someone an original handmade gift. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out. I am open to doing commissions if you need a different size.
Most of my free time during February was spent painting this new collection. Early mornings before work dreaming up patterns on these organic shapes from the sea. As I was editing the photos I counted the shells, hard to believe I painted a total of 218 of these unique designs. My daughters have been calling them “Shell Girls”, but I think I’m going to stick with my original title “Busts With Shells.”
All of the eleven paintings are originals. There are 18x24” pieces on paper as well as 11x14” & 6x8” paintings on canvas board. Check them out and share them with a friend who might enjoy them. I’m going to move back now to the subject matter of still lifes and see what I come up with.
I’m so excited to share these new paintings with you! They are filled with things that I love and collect. Pottery, books, textiles, artwork with lots of colour and pattern.
I finally found inspiration and time in the studio and do not want to stop creating these unique compositions. There are ten original paintings available, sizes are 6x8” and 11x14” on canvas board. In the future I will offer larger pieces on gallery-wrapped canvas. They can be framed and hung or leaned on a bookshelf or against another piece of artwork for a layered look.
I’ve spent many hours dreaming of colour combinations and looking through designs and patterns that caught my eye. I hope you will check them out and share with someone who might enjoy the collection.
It is such a good feeling to start a new year with so many ideas, I can’t wait to see what this year has in store for my small business.
As the year comes to an end I want to thank everyone who continues to cheer me on and share my artwork with the world. Every time a collector sends me a photo of the art they have selected for their home/design project it makes me so happy. This year I was thrilled with your response to my portrait paintings, something new for me. I enjoyed the process so much.
Me and Santa, year is maybe 1980?
I am currently creating a collection of still lifes, looking forward to sharing them with you next year. I’m enjoying keeping them to myself for now.
I’ve had this photo saved on my phone for a while now. Love watching SNL & my favourite actor Matt Damon. Deck the halls!
Photo by Mary Ellen Matthews
I love seeing other people’s art collections and this home tour did not disappoint. Designer Natalia Miyar has a good eye, a variety of mediums including ceramics and sculptures fill her home. Check it out. I also loved the art collection in the home of designer Jennifer Mills, check it out here. This textile designer has a lovely summer cabin full of colour and pattern.
Photo by Natalia Miyar
I love listening to Tom Petty and recently came across this documentary from a few years back. The making of Tom’s favourite album Wildflowers which was produced by the talented Rick Rubin. Check it out. Watching musicians /painters work, listening to actors/designers, reading biographies. I enjoy getting an inside look into the minds of creative people. I have yet to read Ricks's book The Creative Act: A Way of Being, but it’s on my list.
Neil Young just released a new album and I am looking forward to listening to it while I paint.
The gallery McCully & Crane in East Sussex has the best curated vignettes. I could scroll through their photos every day and find new inspiration. Check them out.
Photo by McCully & Crane
I thought about writing a blog post during the month of October but it never happened. I hope you are taking care of yourself, the world is a lot right now. I have not felt like creating anything and have kept myself busy with my family when I’m not at work. If you are coming here as an escape I will share some things that have made me happy lately. I enjoyed this house tour/ watch part 2 here, love a good reno.
Photo by house and home
When I do go back to the studio I plan to create still life paintings. This post inspired me, as well as this recent painting I purchased from an estate sale. It’s not signed so I don’t know anything about the artist. It was listed as a 1920s oil painting, and the colours are even better in person.
I recently found out from On The Wall Framing that some of my collages were selected for the Princess Margaret Lottery Home. I love seeing my artwork installed, and discovered the photography of Cody Greco which compliments my work nicely.
Photo by Princess Margaret Lottery Home
Photo by On The Wall Framing
If you haven’t watched Welcome to Wrexham check it out, nothing but good reviews. I don’t follow soccer but really enjoy this documentary and find myself quite emotional while watching it.
This garden feature in House and Garden UK is so lush. The lilac-coloured flowers add the perfect pop to this photo. I can imagine myself sitting here with my sketchbook taking everything in.
Photo by Jason Ingram
I read Emily Henderson’s deign blog daily and was excited to see her new rug line. Check it out.
Photo by Mark Weinberg
I didn’t plan on taking the Summer off from creating however, I did take a long break. When I wasn’t working at my full-time job time was spent with my family. I recently completed a commission which got me back to my studio.
It was an easy process in case you have ever wondered how it works. I was emailed photos of the room with a colour palette in mind. I asked the collector to choose a few compositions that I could reference as inspiration. Before the collage is glued down I send photos to make sure everyone is happy and then payment is taken before I ship it out. If you are interested in custom artwork please feel free to reach out. The light purple is a wonderful accent in the piece.
18x24” Original Collage
I have loved this photograph by artist Ed Freeman for a few years now and recently purchased the artist’s book that features a print of this image. I plan to have it framed, not sure where it will be hung yet…but I’m excited!
Plain House, Trona, California by Ed Freeman
I’ve been working on some 4x6” original collages and having a wonderful time dreaming up new compositions. This size is a great option if you want a grouping of 4 or more as I price them very affordably. In the past I have offered this size through sales in my IG stories, I have not decided what I will do with this collection. I love seeing how designer Michelle Berwick always styles my art in her projects. I prefer the look of an oversized matte with a 4x6” collage-like they have chosen below.
Photo by Mike Chajecki
Sarah Sullivan Sherrod makes incredible weavings full of colour. This is her largest piece to date and immediately caught my eye.
“Funhouse” Acrylic on Handwoven Textiles
A collector in England recently sent me this photo of my artwork installed in her home office. It made my day! Please keep sending me photos it really does make me happy.
I love a good gallery wall and this design by Meet West Studio is fun. Eclectic with various frames and mediums/colours work so well filling this large wall.
Photo by Rett Peek
The other day I took my daughter’s scootering at Trent University. I knew I would regret not bringing my phone to photograph the architecture, there is so much inspiration everywhere. I love this detail of concrete with wood slats and rusted metal, so much texture! Check out this account for some stunning shots of the University.
Here are some other images that caught my eye and have me dreaming of a home studio in a little mid-century home somewhere. Colour, texture, Summer…a bit of everything.
Photo by Ye Rin Mok
Photo by K L H Custom Homes
Photo by Alisha Gore
Photo by Ulla Johnson
Photo by Shannon Eddings
Photo by The Modern House
Photo by Ulla Johnson
Photo by The Sea Ranch Lodge
Photo by Ye Rin Mok
Photo by Jette Creative
Is officially here and my husband & I just got back from a relaxing getaway to The Trace Resort. The weather was perfect, this was the view from our deck on Oak Lake. It is also dog-friendly, Biggie is tired from all that fresh air. Our cabin was pretty cute.
It’s rainy outside but this new painting I recently finished has Summer vibes. The eyelet blouse was my jumping-off point and I’m really happy with the final piece.
The Collective #10
I saved this image from pinterest a while back. That wall of tile is incredible, I love the abstract pattern so much!
Photo by Downtown LA Proper Hotel
I wish I could make pottery that looked as good as these unique pieces designed by Mackenzie Vaughan Pikaart. Check out her shop here.
Photo by MVP Studio
Photo by Steven Harris Architects
I personally love a smaller home and this mid century renovation is more my style. Or this art filled home in Melbourne.
Photo by Woods + Dangaran
Michelle Berwick Design has been very supportive and often shares my artwork with their clients. Love seeing my painting displayed in this kitchen project.
Photo by Mike Chajecki