This piece is by Nicolette Jelen and is entitled "Icarus Flying." To me, it has a strong, uplifting feel.

One of the final and very important touches to any home is carefully selected artwork.  A few well-placed paintings and expertly framed prints make a room feel gracious and comfortable.  I often select antique or reproduction prints or photographs for the hallways and extra bedrooms.  But when it comes selecting the primary pieces that are more of an investment, I tend to take more of a backseat.  I feel very strongly that when you invest in a piece of art, it really has to speak to you.  Art elicits emotion that is different for each and every one of us and I want to make sure that the painting that hangs above their fireplace speaks to my client and says exactly what she/he wants to hear.

I have purchased a few of Marcie Jan Bronstein's Cloudscapes. She has an amazing eye for color.

Right now I am helping one of my clients select art for his vacation home and he said something to me the other day that really struck a chord in me.  We were talking about the different types of art and the various subject matter when he expressed an interest in seascapes and skyscapes.  He said that he and his wife really love them because they convey a “sense of hope.”   I thought that was a perfect way to express what he was looking for.

Nancy Hughes Miller paints lovely oils of North Carolina marshes and other coastal subjects. Her work is available on Etsy.

Now I know that we all have vastly different budgets when it comes to artwork but that doesn’t mean you have to  make big sacrifices.  There are many talented artists out there who are trying to make a name for themselves, but they also have to make a living, so often their art is priced to sell.  So, I thought I would show you a few pieces that have caught my eye.  Whether you like photography, oils or watercolor, you just might find it time to treat yourself to an original that’s all your own.

The New York Times Store has everything from historical photography to current events.

Some of My Favorite Places to Shop for Artwork:

• The Artful Home
• Etsy
• The New York Times Store

Have fun looking!

~Lorrie

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