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Pantone Announces 2019 Color of the Year: Living Coral

December 6, 2018 · Rena Tucker · Leave a Comment

Color is an equalizing lens through which we experience our natural and digital realities, and this is particularly true for Living Coral. With consumers craving human interaction and social connection, the humanizing and heartening qualities displayed by the convivial PANTONE Living Coral hit a responsive chord.

Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the PANTONE Color Institute
Image courtesy of YesStyle

Described as “an animating and life-affirming shade of orange with a golden undertone,” Living Coral purports to be the joyous visual remedy to our increasingly digital and dehumanized world.

For a full explanation of the qualities promoted by Living Coral along with an explanation of the process of selecting the Pantone Color of the Year, click here.

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President Obama’s Portrait Receives Cheers While First Lady’s Portrait Gets Jeers

February 24, 2018 · Rena Tucker ·

Official President and First Lady Portraits are unveiled.

President Barack Obama's Official Portrait
Photo: NPG/Mark Gulezian

President Barack Obama’s official portrait was unveiled on February 12, 2018 to enthusiastic applause from an audience of politicians, journalists, and Hollywood celebrities. The oversized painting was created by Los Angeles native/New York based artist Kehinde Wiley in his signature realistic style, and includes visual “nods” to moments in President Obama’s life hidden in the foliage surrounding his figure.Continue Reading

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Know Your Art Styles

February 24, 2018 · Rena Tucker · Leave a Comment

The Corn Poppy

The Corn Poppy
Image of “The Corn Poppy” by fauvist Kees van Dongen courtesy of the Museum of Fine Art Houston

Do you know the difference between Abstraction and Abstract Art? How about the difference between Realism and Photorealism?

While knowledge of art styles certainly isn’t necessary for navigating daily life, it may come in handy at cocktail parties and society gatherings.

For a quick primer, check out artist Marion Boddy-Evans‘ illustrated explanation of seven major painting styles on ThoughtCo.com.

 

Art Smarts

What’s the Big Deal with Big Art?

February 23, 2018 · Rena Tucker · Leave a Comment

Big Art

Big Art
Image: Design*Sponge

Big Art—oversized pieces that often take up an entire wall—isn’t new, but it’s gaining more attention every day.

Perhaps what’s most interesting is that it works with a minimalist aesthetic and small rooms as well as larger areas and more “designed” spaces.

Curious how Big Art might fit into your décor?

Saatchi Art, one of the world’s largest international online art galleries, offers six different ideas on their popular blog, Canvas.

Decorating Tips

Can the 2018 Color of the Year Inspire You to Greater Creativity?

February 21, 2018 · Rena Tucker · Leave a Comment

Pantone Ultra Violet

Pantone Color of the Year 2018: Ultra Violet
Image courtesy of YesStyle

Whether you’re an artist or someone who just enjoys color, the Pantone Color Institute believes their 2018 pick will Blow. Your. Mind.

Can it really be that powerful? Check out what NPR discovered about the background of the Color of the Year and what it means for us in 2018!

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Hanging Art: How to Get It Right the First Time

February 19, 2018 · Rena Tucker ·

Wayfair teaches us how to hang art

Wayfair teaches us how to hang art
Image: Wayfair.com

I admit it: I’m completely décor challenged.

(Just because I can paint does not mean I can decorate.)

If you’re anything like me, hanging art can be a real challenge. Mostly, I’ve relied on the “eyeball” method, moving the nail in small increments until I get it right. When things go well, the art covers up all the little holes I make on the way to proper placement.

Well, I have good news: Wayfair.com has published a post featuring measurement and placement guides for hanging art.

Read it before hanging anything new and you’ll avoid the need for spackle!

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