Thursday, June 16, 2016

Interior Inspiration: 6 Beautiful Pieces of Abstract Art For Your Home


I recently discovered the beautiful, original art on FineArtSeen - an online art gallery - and have spent nearly all my free time browsing different artists' work and styles. Today, I'm sharing with you my top picks of abstract artwork I've been contemplating for our blank walls.

Since we bought our first house in London last year, John and I have been searching for that perfect piece of original art for our home. I want to invest in a piece of art that I love; not because it matches my sofa. A piece that makes me smile or think or yearn or remember.

We've visited Christie's and art fairs, but nothing has really "spoken" to us - yet. Art is so personal. It's one of the first things I notice when I walk into a hotel room or a friend's house. Is it a landscape? Abstract? Bright? Calm? Avant-garde? Have they chosen a typography print? A Star Wars poster? A framed quote? Is it modern? What media? Oil? Screenprint? Watercolor? I'm fascinated by the decision to choose a particular piece as much as I am about the artwork itself.

Here are my favorites so far from FineArtSeen, and I'm telling you why:


Birds XXXIV, along with XLII (above), are two beautiful watercolors by artist Maria Iciak. I love the calm, barely perceptible figures of the birds swooping and think that these two paintings would make excellent focal points for the master bedroom or living room.


The bright colors and textures of Circus 1 by German artist Daniela Schweinsberg are really exciting and fun. I love the oversized statement that Daniela's paintings make and am considering this one for our dining room.


I tend to gravitate towards blues, greys and greens when I think of art for our home. I think it's because we have so many bright white and barely-there-blue walls, and these cool-toned colors offer a lovely contrast, without being too jarring. This acrylic painting by Lorraine Tuck entitled, And some days were perfect (love that name!), is no exception to my blue/grey/green tendencies.


And how unique is this vibrant-hued, oblong acrylic painting by Valerie Erichsen Thomson? It's called Lightfall and I can think of at least a dozen different places for it in our house. Its narrowness lends itself perfectly to unexpected spots in our hallways, stairwells, and landings.


Finally, Subtle Reflections by Omar Obaid is modern and powerful - it reminds of rain-streaked glass as viewed from within in the Pacific Northwest (where I'm from) or even a window in London!

All of the pieces I've featured above are surprisingly affordable for being original artwork (trust me, I've been to art fairs billed to be "affordable" when they are anything but!) and I can't wait to pick something out with John. Click on the link in each title to find out more about pricing and the artists themselves - I love reading about their inspirations and processes!

What do you think? Would you hang any of these pieces in your home, or are you more of a photography fan, or a bit of both?

This post was sponsored by FineArtSeen, an online gallery that features beautiful, original artwork by artists from around the world. All opinions are my own. Photographs © FineArtSeen Ltd
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20 comments

  1. Ohhh, pretty! I love Circus 1 and Subtle Reflections!

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    1. I'm glad you like them too, Scar! I think I might go for Circus 1 or something else by Daniela Schweinsberg - I just love her use of color and texture.

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  2. Wow, you're very talented at selecting art! I would be rubbish :)

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    1. Err, I doubt that, Angie!! You have great taste! But thank you. I think everyone should just go with what they like ... someone's bound to see this post and hate everything I've picked haha! Art is just too subjective.

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  3. My mother and her sister have been collecting art practically my whole life so I remember going to art galleries and shows since I was young ! I love modern and abstract and have a particular affinity towards Indian abstract artists... I can't wait to add some pieces to my future home but they are challenging to ship...

    I love the pieces you chose ! Will definitely check out more ... Browsing art online is such a luxury and I love the concept ! But I would need a second opinion aka YOU

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    1. Hahaha ... can't wait to browse art galleries with you in London! The luxury of having you in the same city ... I would LOVE to see your family's art collection! And I'd also really like to be introduced to the work of some Indian artists.

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  4. I really think more people should have contemporary art in their homes. People tend to hesitate because it's "different" but I love it!

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    1. I totally agree, Caroline! Do you have some hanging on the walls at home? Where do you like to shop for art? I'm often a little hesitant about buying art online, but it's a great way to discover new artists, and I like that you can return anything that doesn't work out with FineArtSeen ... I can totally see myself changing my mind as I'm really indecisive.

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    2. I'm in my first flat so haven't made any huge art purchases yet! I went to the Tate Modern and bought the Sonia Delauney exhibit poster....that's a start...right? Haha
      Honestly, when comes time to buy a piece, I'd prefer the romantic ideal of stumbling upon a gallery rather than buying online. BUT I'm also indecisive so we may have to change our minds :)

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  5. Lightfall is my favourite, I love the fact that it's oblong and it looks like there are white birds on the sides - or is that my imagination?

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  6. I like abstract art when it's full of vibrant colours!

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  7. How beautiful! We've gone for a Renoir print as our signature art as we loved it in the apartment we honeymooned in. Sappy I know...

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  8. I've just put up a post in the HIBS100 link about my wall art wish list! Great minds. I am drawn to blues as well. I particularly like the first two abstracts of the gulls. Stunning!

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    1. I'll have to take a look, Jane! I posted this link in there too ha! I think blues are so calm and soothing. I'm quite an excitable person, so I think I need a tranquil setting when I get home, haha! I'm glad you like those gulls - I'm really thinking of getting them for our bedroom. Thanks for stopping by!

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  9. Thank you for the mention. Lightfall is on its way to London. Valerie Erichsen Thomson, and I am a big fan of Daniela Schweinsberg too. :)

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    1. Thank you for reading and for leaving a comment, Valerie! I really admire your work and hope to own a piece someday!

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  10. Thank you for the mention. Lightfall is on its way to London. Valerie Erichsen Thomson, and I am a big fan of Daniela Schweinsberg too. :)

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