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NYC Bound for Blogfest 2013
My lovely girls weekend in sunny Naples, Florida has sadly come to a close. We had great laughs,shopping, food and drinks. Our sunscreen application was spotty at best but, the fun and fellowship made up for it! I am off to NYC for Blogfest and client meetings. I cannot wait to hit the big apple as always. I hope you too had a great weekend! Please make sure you "like" The English Room on Facebook. Follow @theenglishr on Twitter Follow Holly Phillips @ The English Room on Pinterest Follow The English...
Read MoreBidding for Good with the ROOM TO BLOOM AUCTION
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...
Read MoreSouthern Artist Spotlight: Alexis Walter
Alexis Walter New Orleans, Louisiana What is your training? I flip-flopped between Interior Design and Fine Art throughout college and eventually decided to focus solely on art when I transferred to Tulane. Photo credit Megan Lovoi and The Scout Guide New Orleans. What inspires you and your art? I am inspired by color and how colors change depending on the time of day and where in the world you are. I really love to recreate colors from antiques & historical buildings. I think that’s why my work is often used in rooms with older pieces. New Orleans is also a font of inspiration for me. I am so lucky to be surrounded by such a...
Read MoreGood Vibes with JADEtribe’s Kimberly Hartman
JADEtribe is a brand I recently discovered and will become a summer staple for me. I adore this look for it's boho gypset vibe. The bags and accessories exude a relaxed international glamour for the gal just off the beach in Ibiza to the world traveler in a remote part of India on a personal pilgrimage. If that is not already enough the lady behind the brand, Kimberly Hartman, has a huge heart to help those who produce the items. I cannot get enough of the philanthropic mission that is not only so beautiful but, grateful and giving. I introduce you to…. by Kimberly Hartman What is your training / education? I have a BA...
Read MoreSouthern Artist Spotlight: Teil Duncan
Finding and highlighting artists that I like is a favorite thing to do. Last week people were raving about the Lulie Wallace post for The Southern C and much attention was focused on one of her favorites artists that she kindly introduced us to, Teil Duncan. I am crazy for her nudes series. I decided this can be like the "SIX Degrees of Separation" for artists. I hope to keep the game of tag going… Teil Duncan Charleston, S.C.. What is your training? I got my Bachelors of Arts at Auburn University. What inspires you and your art? I am highly inspired by other artists. Some of...
Read MoreLulie Wallace…Southern Artist Extraordinaire
I am plum tuckered out from all the sun, fun, shopping and skiing that spring break has brought. I wanted to share with you my post for The Southern C this week highlighting a favorite southern artist. I hope you are as fond of this rising star as I am. Lulie Wallace Charleston, SC What is your training? I graduated from College of Charleston with a Studio Art degree What inspires you and your art? I feel like I am inspired by about everything around me. I'm inspired by graphic designers, contemporary florists, patterns in clothing, and I'm constantly looking out for fun and unique color combinations. What is...
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