Abstract Art

Southern Artist Spotlight Series: Ruth Ava Lyons

Posted by The English Room on May 21, 2013 in Abstract Art, Hidell Brooks Gallery | 1 comment

I want to share my piece from The Southern C today. You must sign up HERE if you are not already connected to this growing powerhouse of a Southern social media network. I will be back with all my NYC travels and details ASAP. Ruth Ava Lyons Charlotte, North Carolina Divine Rain Peru Seeds of Change What is your training? As a child, I studied at the Cleveland Museum of Art. BFA/Kent State. MFA/Cranbrook Academy of Art(known as the Yale of art schools in the U.S) Fulbright Fellowship in Bolivia What inspires you and your art? Moments in nature fuel a lot of my concepts, but I get a lot of mileage doing hoopdance with tricks I...

Cool Custom Batik by Hiho Batik Handmade

Posted by The English Room on May 18, 2013 in Abstract Art, Children's Rooms, Fashion | 0 comments

I love any personalization of products. Combine this with batik and BAM! You have a serious hit. Hiho Batik Handmade out of Brooklyn has create a few easy steps to take your artwork and create batik t-shirts and totes. Follow the steps below and before you know it you will be the proud owner of an item designed by…. you! You can pick from a t-shirt, tote bag (pictured above), or throw pillow (14×14). Step 1: Use a standard piece of paper (8.5 x 11) and draw your design as you would like it to appear on your item. Please note that...

Artist Spotlight Series: Kerri Rosenthal

Posted by The English Room on May 15, 2013 in Abstract Art | 1 comment

I discovered Kerri Rosenthal on the web and have been Pinterest stalking her for ages. I finally decided it was time to connect after I discovered her best friend lives in Charlotte. I am thrilled to introduce you to a very talented artist. Kerri Rosenthal Fairfield County, Connecticut What is your training? I have no formal training- I worked for an incredibly creative company in the fashion industry- Oilily- dutch childrens and womans clothing. I traveled to Holland extensively for 6 years and the colors of Oilily transformed me. I have a great appreciation for happy, vibrant colors and that just pours out of me and...

HIGH POINT MARKET HIGHLIGHTS FROM SOUTHERN SOURCES for The Southern C

Posted by The English Room on Apr 23, 2013 in Abstract Art, Accessories, Furniture, High Point Market, Lighting | 3 comments

HERE IS MY BLOG POST FOR THE SOUTHERN C, WHERE I AM A MONTHY CONTRIBUTOR. BE SURE TO JOIN IF YOU HAVE NOT. THE SOUTHERN C IS A NETWORK OF FOODIES, DESIGN ENTHUSIASTS, CREATIVES AND THE LIKE. Festoni High Point Furniture Market was a feast for the eyes. I had a terrific time seeing all the new introductions and finding a few new sources. Color was abundant as expected. There were lots of bone, horn and shagreen pieces being introduced. The tribal / global bohemian vibe is certain hot. What I found to be very refershing was the number of amazing things coming right out of the south. I am certain proud of the...

Women on the Verge via The Wall Street Journal

Posted by The English Room on Apr 20, 2013 in Abstract Art | 0 comments

My husband brought home his Wall Street Journal knowing I would love this article since I have been featuring female artists all year on my blog. Women may be one the verge of getting proper recognition in the art world. It is about time…. Helen Frankenthaler via Women on the Verge By ELLEN GAMERMAN and MARY M. LANE A lady in a bonnet is shaking up the art world. When "After Lunch," Berthe Morisot's portrait of a doe-eyed woman, sold for $10.9 million in February, it set a record as the most expensive work ever sold by a female artist at auction. It also helped power a wave of interest among collectors and dealers looking to...

Bidding for Good with the ROOM TO BLOOM AUCTION

Posted by The English Room on Apr 19, 2013 in Abstract Art, Accessories, Architects, Architecture, Mary McDonald, Travel, Waylande Gregory | 0 comments

The Mint Museum Auxiliary Room to Bloom Auction ends on Sunday. There are loads of fantastic finds. I have included some of my favorites. Register and bid away for a wonderful cause. SUPPORT THE ARTS! The 2013 Room to Bloom Auction offers opportunities to purchase fine art, custom baubles, high-end vacation packages and so much more. We appreciate the generosity of our donors and are incredibly excited about all of the auction items in store for you. This year's auction will be hosted online for the first time ever, allowing access to more Mint Museum supporters. Thanks in advance for your interest. Funds raised this spring will...