Tag: Artsy Holiday

  • Artsy Holiday: Casey Matthews

    Artsy Holiday: Casey Matthews

    Mr. Forager & I have been going back and forth about what type of meals we’ll have on Christmas Day.  It’s just the two of us and while that’s never stopped us from making elaborate meals before, we’re thinking a sweet little brunch and then a bit of antipasto later.  But no matter how simple the holiday meal, it always feels more festive when the table is set in an artful way!  So if you’re like me and still figuring out your holiday tablescape, here’s a little inspiration from this month’s Featured Artist Casey Matthews

    Artsy holiday Casey Matthews

    found via art | ornaments | trees | float | votives | placemat | tableware | napkins | paperweight | glasses

    I mean, those greens are just calling out holiday cheer like nobody’s business!  Add in a judicious dollop of snowy white, rich jewel tones and glittery metallics and you’ll have a table scape perfect for celebrating the season.  Casey’s painting Sitting Pretty at The End of the World is full of delicious shape and color, a Casey inspired table can’t help but sit pretty, too!

    If you’d like to see more artsy holiday inspiration, please take a peek at my Artsy Holiday Pinterest board, where I’ve been gathering all sorts of inspiring holiday images, DIYs and just plain prettiness.  To see more of Casey Matthews‘ work, please visit her website.

    All image sources linked above.  Artwork is a cropped detail of the original.

  • Artsy Holiday 2012: For the Ultimate Artsy

    Artsy Holiday 2012: For the Ultimate Artsy

    Now for an Artsy Holiday gift guide that will probably apply to many of you– gifts for the ultimate Artsy!  The UA loves everything art-related, but they don’t take themselves or their artsy stuff too seriously.  Just a few things I’ve found that any UA would love!

    WOW Ed Ruscha Towel from The Whitney Museum Store
    WOW Ed Ruscha Towel from The Whitney Museum Store

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    Paint Box Votive Holder from Terrain
    Paint Box Votive Holder from Terrain

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    I Am an Artist Tin of Quotes from the Whitney Store
    I Am an Artist Tin of Quotes from the Whitney Store

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    Andy Warhol Banana Shoulder Bag from the MoCA Store
    Andy Warhol Banana Shoulder Bag from the MoCA Store

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    John Derian Skinny Paintbrushes Tray from STAG
    John Derian Skinny Paintbrushes Tray from STAG

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     Seriously, is that not the coolest beach towel you’ve ever seen?!  There is also a John Baldessari one that is pretty awesome.  Would make me want to hit the sand just to show off my artsy accoutrement!  Want to see more For the Ultimate Artsy?  Check out my Pinterest board chock full of artsy goodies!

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  • Artsy Holiday 2012: For the Artsy Design Obsessive

    Artsy Holiday 2012: For the Artsy Design Obsessive

    There is a glorious sweet spot to be found in design where form and function meet.  Lots of artsy folks out there prefer the objects they use every day to delight as well as they perform.  So, you Artsy Design Obsessives ( and everyone trying to find gifts for them ), this one’s for you!

    DIY Flower Clock
    DIY Flower Clock from Module R

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    Casabella Silicone Measuring Cup Set
    Casabella Silicone Measuring Cup Set from Neatly Smart

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    Reusable Chopsticks and Case from IDEA International
    Reusable Chopsticks and Case from IDEA International

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    John Baldessari Notecard Set at LACMA Store
    John Baldessari Notecard Set from the LACMA Store

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    Eames, Beautiful Details book
    Eames, Beautiful Details book from Amazon

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    Poketo Tea for One Brewing Set
    Tea for One Brewing Set from Poketo

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    Pantone Chips Journal
    Pantone Chips Journal from the MoMA Store

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    If your in the mood for more Artsy Designery Obsessive finds, check out my Pinterest board similarly named!

  • Artsy Holiday 2012: For the Artsy Modernist

    For some Artsies, the holidays can be a bit of decorative overload.  I’m talkin’ about those clean line, simple shape loving Modernists who crave the sleek and spare.  For this week’s Artsy Holiday installment, here are a few ideas for the Artsy Modernist on your list!

    Kaleidoscope Trays by Clara zon Zweigbergk for Hay
    Kaleidoscope Trays by Clara zon Zweigbergk for Hay

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    Eames Drop Necklace from Leif Shop
    Eames Drop Necklace from Leif Shop

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    Medium Geo Lacquer Box from Lief Shop
    Medium Geo Lacquer Box from Lief Shop

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    Striped Trinity Pouch from Anthropologie
    Striped Trinity Pouch from Anthropologie

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    Everything is Fine Throw Pillow Cover by Anai Greog on Society6
    Everything is Fine Throw Pillow Cover by Anai Greog on Society6

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    Maybe I’m a closet Modernist because I am loving all these bold colors and geometrics!  See more Artsy Modernist ideas on the Artsy Forager Pinterest boards!