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A Colorful Home!
Posted by Irene Turner in Color, Projects on April 15, 2010
Every now and then I work on a project that really stands out in one way or another for me. This one is all about happy color! A bit closer to home this time, this project is located here in the East Bay of San Francisco. My client was born in India. While being completely Americanized, he and his daughter did want to maintain a bit of their culture while bringing in a comfortable and modern American feel for their home. This was a decorating project only, meaning we did no renovation or construction, save changing out the counter tops in the kitchen. Continue reading “A Colorful Home!” »
Hope
Posted by Irene Turner in Holidays on December 17, 2009
If gratitude is the gift of Thanksgiving then hope is the gift of Christmas. Hope is one of those elusive qualities like faith and gratitude. It’s a quality that is born within and that needs to be cultivated with care, love and grace. Hope is more then wishful thinking or an optimistic attitude, it is a way of living. When times are as difficult as they have been globally, hope can seem very far away. So this season I believe that the greatest gift we can give each other is the gift of hope. Continue reading “Hope” »
Photography as Art
Posted by Irene Turner in Art on December 14, 2009
Every now and then I run across an artist who’s work truly inspires me. Devadatta Best is one such fine art photographer.
There is a sublime spiritual quality in his work, no matter the subject, that comes across and moves my soul.
And the range of his subject matter is amazing…From:
- Human portraits that capture the inner essence of a person
- Wild Life action photography that captures a moment making you feel as if you were present
- Flowers illuminated in such a way that their beauty is seen as a true work of art
- Water…the new oil…presented with such focus that you can see the value of each drop
- And his wonderful photos of deities that capture both power and passion
- Crystal worlds and galaxies as seen by immersion into the crystal itself
Whatever the subject is he captures the energy, the essence! Therefore, calling his photography “Light Inspired Art” is perfect. It is light and feels divinely inspired. Continue reading “Photography as Art” »
Holiday Flowers
Posted by Irene Turner in Holidays on December 10, 2009
Flowers and plants are natures way of decorating seasonally. Here are some wonderful ideas from Laura Dowling, a Parisian educated florist based in Washington DC, and now florist to the White House.
I love the arrangement she did on the left …Candles and flowers.
Candles and flowers are a classic combination and provide the finishing touch to any table setting.
In addition, the Claddagh, a16th century Irish candle decoration symbolizes eternal love and friendship, and provides a perfect subtle energetic statement for your space.
Decorate a silver candelabra with flowers and greenery for an elegant look or even insert candles (securely, of course) in bouquets with your choice of flower and/or plants.
She also has some great directions for creating holiday wreaths and arrangements that reflect the spirit of the season. Enter her web site and go to projects…there are actual “recipes” using not only flowers but bountiful fruit and vegetables found seasonally at local farmstands. See the Apple and berry wreath directions below for a sample of the information on her web site. It’s a quick and easy way to add beauty to your home! I love this particular wreath because I love the combination of apples and berries which utilize a traditional color motive with an unexpected twist!
APPLE AND BERRY WREATH Continue reading “Holiday Flowers” »
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