Art and Women
As I sit in my living room, surrounded by colourful artwork on my walls, I’m reminded of the journey of transforming a house into a warm inviting home.
Women are by nature nurturers. We add value to what we touch. Give us a bag of groceries and we will give a meal and a celebration! Give us a house and we will turn it into a home.
A home should be the safest space where we feel welcome, cocooned and at ease.
Creating Connection
It takes the work of time and travels to find art that speaks to our values, ethics and unique style.
These visual signposts are like banners of declaration portraying a strong, yet silent message to the viewer about us. What we want art to say in the kitchen will differ from what we might want it to say in the lounge, study or bedroom.
One of the most powerful tools at our disposal in this quest is home wall art.
Home Wall Art in the bathroom and in a hallway
When I look for art, I choose pieces that add beauty, energy and freedom. To me, pieces that are realistic, speak to what has been or what is.
Pieces that are abstract or whimsical speak to what is to come - our hopes or future dreams and can be a source of encouragement to our hearts. Home wall art can have therapeutic effects as well, offering solace and inspiration and surrounding ourselves with pieces that resonate with us can create a sense of peace.
Home art should fit in with the overall décor theme.
How to Choose Home Wall Art for Your Home
Think about the colours in the artwork, the size of the artwork and the general theme of the artwork. Sometimes I see an artwork and fall in love with it and this piece becomes the center point around which I decorate the rest of the room.
Engaging with art allows us to explore our uniqueness. DIY projects, such as repurposing old furniture or creating wall art, can be a fulfilling way to inject our personal style into our homes.
By doing so, we not only decorate our spaces but also express our creativity.
Conclusion
At the end of the day home wall art is a snapshot of some one’s creative lens expressed onto paper or canvas and it is a privilege to see this beauty.
Turning a house into a home is an ongoing journey that involves intention, creativity, and emotion. Art plays an essential role in this transformation. As women, we have the unique ability to shape our environments in ways that reflect who we are and who we aspire to be.
So go ahead—paint your walls, hang your artwork, and let your home resonate with the essence of you.
P.S
I am here to help you if you would like me to imagine with you the possibilities of wall art in your home.
Do visit our online App that allows you to play with our art on your walls, so you can see how the piece works in your room before you buy it. Click the “Try Before You Buy” button on each product page under the Wallart tab.
- Ruth
