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Enhance your mood and well-being with new art in your home

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How do you feel when you’re walking into your living room?

In spring, we often like to deep-clean our home and add something new and fresh, like a piece of art that speaks to you of joy or emotional support, or one that gives you motivation.  Whether we think about it or not, art affects us on many levels.  Think of public murals and subway art walls.  They affect you as you walk by, either as mood enhancers or as they make you think about the message of the art.

BUT WE ARE OFTEN AFRAID TO TAKE RISKS

Changing home décor can be risky, especially if we have a set idea of what art consists of and how it’s supposed to look.  We often look to others for advice. We are afraid of showing a different face (via our home) to the world. But, in fact, that risk is exciting; show them your new style!

Splurging on one new piece of art that you really love, and building the rest around it, can be an act of self-care. If you decide to take the step of a makeover, half of the battle is won. 

MAKE A BOLD DECISION

Maybe you find that large colorful painting for the space above the sofa, and decorate the whole room around it, but smaller art can also have a big effect on your mood.  Take action once you’ve found that focal point– art for change.  Use what you already have that fits your new style.  Rearrange your furniture, maybe paint the walls.  You don’t have to make it into a massive production.  Just start with one thing, and the rest will follow. 

WHAT COLORS DO YOU LOVE?

We don’t need to follow trends, which some people feel is a must.  Think about what colors make you feel good, and go from there.  Color is the major thing that affects our mood. There are the sunny warm colors like yellow and red, or the deep cool colors of blue and purple.  If you love ALL the colors, the decision will be easy!

HUNTING FOR ART

Where to find new art?  For the budget-savvy, there’s eBay and poster printing companies.  Michael’s, and Fine Art America. While big-box stores are great for basics, choosing a piece from an independent artist adds a layer of soul and story to your home that a mass-produced print simply can’t match. For a truly unique piece, but more costly, visit local art galleries, or check out the artists on Etsy.  You can purchase several paintings that you can rearrange as the mood strikes you. 

Ready for a change? Ready to bring more joy into your home with unique art? Click here to find the perfect floral piece to brighten your favorite room at EarthandFaery.

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HOW TO DECORATE YOUR LIVING ROOM WALL WITH ART ON A BUDGET.

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Say you have that one blank wall to decorate with art, but nothing has worked so far, and original art is usually very expensive.   First, think of the style you like:  a riot of colors, sweet pastels to put you in a mellow mood, funky black and white geometrics, or traditional landscapes and portraits?  Affordable art is available for everyone if you know where to look.

THRIFT STORES

1.  Thrift stores usually have a large selection of art, some original, some print, but they also have frames, which would save you a bundle of money. You could put some art you like in a thrift store frame.  If you’re lucky, you’ll fall in love with the art in the frame, so one problem solved.

AFFORDABLE POSTERS

2,  You can purchase affordable posters from many online outlets like Etsy, Red Bubble, and eBay.  If you’re a fan of the old Masters, there are prints of every painting you love.  You can also purchase prints directly from the artist, saving a bundle.  They are often numbered in a limited edition, which is almost as good as the original painting, and a smaller investment.  Another venue is garage sales, where you can find art for a pittance.  It’s hit or miss, but worth investigating.

MAKE YOUR OWN ART

3.  Get bold and make your own art!  Make a collage from junk mail on an old canvas (from a thrift store), or paint over an old painting with the colors you like.  If you don’t enjoy drawing, you can use the popular method of pouring paint into colorful abstracts. 

Stores like Michael’s have special pouring paint and also offer sales on canvases.  You might buy one of their bargain bundles of canvases, and make a series of poured paint art and arrange them as a vignette on the wall.

BRIGHT COLORS

4. If you’re a lover of colorful wall art, you know how uplifting and fun it can be to look at the art every day.  Sweet motifs like florals and pets bring you that feeling of spring and joy.

If you’re looking for that perfect focal piece to complete your new gallery wall without breaking the bank, click here to see my ‘Spring Florals’ collection at EarthandFaery. Let’s find a piece that brings that feeling of spring into your home today!

Here’s to great wall art!

Maria