Color Inspiration: Decorating with Jewel Tones

Sea Turquoise, Sapphire Blue and Amethyst Magenta are all represented in this collection. Give your room a sparkle and decorate your room with jewel tones!

links: abstract watercolor painting in jewel tones, Bungalow 5 Marco Side Table via Layla Grayce, Venus Pendant Turquoise via Layla Grayce

Related: Pink and Aqua, A Touch a Class with a Brush of Gold, Pistachio and Orange

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Color Inspiration: Burnt Orange and Mustard Yellow

purchase here: Abstract art, Lemongrass Sofa

Related: Yellow and Orange - making the most of accent colors

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Watercolor Painting of Your Home

I am busy in the studio today... I just finished a commissioned Home Painting, and two more to go! Would you like a custom painting of your home? Click here to purchase.

Spread the word: If you blog about my work, please send me the link and I will mention you on my next "thank you" post!

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Celebrate Earth Day

With Earth Day approaching tomorrow, let's take a time out and think about

what we can do to help the environment. Did you know that the 1st Earth day

was on April 22, 1970?

According to earthday.org, "It activated 20 million Americans from all walks of life and is widely credited with launching the modern environmental movement. More than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day activities each year, making it the largest civic observance in the world."

Reuse your water bottle... Wash your clothes in cold water.

Turn off and shut down your electronics when not in use.

Use a push mower... Please share more tips in the comments section.

Celebrate Earth Day tomorrow and learn more at earthday.org

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photos: black eyed susans watercolor painting, marthastewart.com

New Watercolors and a Thank You

A huge thank you to Erin for the wonderful feature on Elements of Style today!

and some pretty tulips and colorful dresses to go along

with this beautiful Spring day... Enjoy!

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Available on the App Store

Very exciting news! Bright Bold and Beautiful is Available on the App Store. View the the latest blog posts, facebook and twitter updates, as well as my newest watercolor paintings while on the go! Download your App today ~ it's FREE.

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Monday Inspiration

"It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a child."

Pablo Picasso

This is truly a Monday Inspiration post for me. I visited the Pablo Picasso exhibit at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts yesterday, and I highly recommend it. More to come!

photo: Portrait of Dora Maar, 1937 oil on canvas

Stay tuned for a fabulous giveaway.

Last week's Monday Inspiration

and one more: Monday Inspiration and Blogging Success Tips

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Bridesmaids Luncheon Ideas ~ Dress Watercolor Prints

With the Spring 2011 Wedding Season approaching, I have been getting many requests for my Dress watercolor art prints. You can create a lovely table setting for your luncheon and these prints make wonderful gifts for each bridesmaid.

I also welcome custom orders of your specific bridesmaids dresses. You get to keep the original painting for a wonderful personalized keepsake, and each bridesmaid gets a wonderful party favor. Contact me ( laura.trevey@gmail.com ) for details and pricing.

View the entire selection in my Etsy shop.

Related: Beautiful Wedding Dresses

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Hapy Friday - Beautiful art for art's sake

Having majored in illustration from RISD, my first love has always been painting and drawing, and it'll always be close to my heart. So occasionally I like to feature painters and other artists that I discover and like. Here are my most recent finds

Beautiful collages by mixed media artist Kristen Neveu



This one is my favorite. Isn't it gorgeous?
See more at KristenNeveu.com


These striking floral oil paintings are by Jo Beer. I discovered her while working on a design for a wedding invitation and needed a reference photo for ornamental kale. I ran across the painting below




See more of Jo's work at Jo Beer Art


For those who are more into graphic design and poster, check out Fieldtrip's etsy store.


I love this origami heart poster

...and the peace cranes. So pretty.

Monday Inspiration - Turquoise and Orange

"Happy are the painters, for they shall not be lonely. Light and colour, peace and hope, will keep them company to the end of the day." Winston Churchill

Turquoise and Orange Splash - original watercolor art painting

More bright paintings for your living room and home decor.

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Decorating Ideas - How to Arrange Art on Your Walls

When a customer purchases one of my watercolor paintings, I often get asked the question, "How should I arrange the art on my wall?". Even though this is a very good question, there is no right or wrong answer. Some formal dining rooms call for symmetry, while modern living room spaces might entertain a mix matched collage. It simply is a matter of your personal taste. After all, people buy art that pleases them and makes them happy; therefore, do what feels natural and right to you. I have collected an assortment of wall displays to give you some ideas.

photos: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Related ~ Done in a Day - Salon Wall via Southern Living

How to arrange and hang picture frames using butcher paper via apartment therapy

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Custom Watercolor Painting of Your Home

Thank you to everyone for your Custom Home painting orders! I am busy getting them done; here is one of my latest. I can imagine sitting on that great front porch in a wooden rocking chair sipping on a large glass of iced tea... ahhh!

More examples below:

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