Beyond the watercolor trend that has been seen throughout home furnishings this summer, new painting techniques are popping up in everything from tabletop decor to wallpaper. Wide brush strokes, mural paintings and finger painting are opening up new ways to incorporate vibrant flourishes of art in our everyday lives.
Designer Kevin O’Brien just launched a new pillow collection featuring finger paint. Who knew that a painting technique associated with small children could look so fun at home? These pillows would be perfect for a living room, kids room or any room in the house where art is appreciated.
West Elm has introduced some painterly pieces this summer. Wide brush strokes and dabs of color make a pretty statement in the Painters Melamine Collection.
Diane Von Furstenberg’s new home collection is filled with painterly pieces, as well. I really like this simple Brushstroke Creamer. Just a few short brush strokes and a slight splatter of golden paint transform it into a piece of art.
And Anthropologie’s Dreamscape Mural is a prime example of the new joy of painting theme. This wallpaper is made to look as if you woke up one morning and started your very own mural project. I’m sure if you felt inspired you could add your own bit of paint and imagination to this piece.
What do you think about the new art theme in home decor? Have you spotted any painterly decor that you’d like to bring into your interior?
Tell me in the comments below.
Watercolors have been so hot this year, particularly is soft pinks and lavendars. It's a gorgeous trend. I love the yellows you brought in!
I would like to cover a wall with my only personal pictures on wallpaper. I've looked on the internet and HGTV web site, but I can't find it. Help, please.
Hi Debbie – Have you seen how this was done in the show Home by Novogratz? http://blog.hgtv.com/design/2011/07/23/home-by-no… They used a company called Duggal. There are lots of companies online who offer this service. Also – check out these projects by our feature blogger Brian Patrick Flynn. He shows how to do a photo wall and a photo backsplash: http://www.hgtv.com/kids_rooms/kids-photo-wall-mu… & http://www.hgtv.com/kitchens/create-a-vinyl-photo…
Painterly is my middle name! As a decorative artist for over 20 years, the "trend" has been around for hundredsof years! Debbie, check out http://www.fromyourhearttoyourhome.com. It has every kind of wall decor that you want. Customized! Also, Tatouage Designs on there offer unlimited ideas. I should know, I developed the products and sold them successfully for the last 10 years on HSN and QVC! Have fun
It's funny because I'm not normally into watercolor strokes and what-not, but I really love that creamer. So simple….and absolutely my favorite color, too!
So glad you like it Hilary. That yellow is very in.
I love the pillows, especially! And, being a watercolor artist, love the fact that more and more people are noticing and using watercolors. http://www.walnutspringsgallery.blogspot.com.
Yes! Me too. Watercolors are my favorite, and with the new technology we have today, you can print them directly onto a piece like pillows. It's fantastic!
Painterly is my middle name! As a decorative artist for over 20 years, the "trend" has been around for hundredsof years! Debbie, check out http://www.fromyourhearttoyourhome.com. It has every kind of wall decor that you want. Customized! Also, Tatouage Designs on there offer unlimited ideas. I should know, I developed the products and sold them successfully for the last 10 years on HSN and QVC! Have fun
This Painterly Look will look wonderful in my soon to be made over livingroom. Originally from Florida-transplanted to California and then on to Michigan, now that I have inherited my parent's home I want to put the beach in my house. Imagine walking into a beach house from a -20º day with 10 inches of snow outside!
Heaven.
Oooh. Enjoy decorating your new home Carolyn! Exciting.
I like the mural but who made the chair!?
Diana S
The chair is also from Anthropologie. You can see it here: http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/produ…
Lonnie I think you're right about not covering the mural completely, but we are seeing looks in mags and in designer portfolios where people are layering items on top of their wallpaper. I think this paper is amazing, and would be a perfect backdrop to a seating area.
I need help. I briefly saw the last of an episode where little medal rods painted black and silver were arranged in a funky way to be displayed on a wall. Can you please tell me where I can find out how to make that art for my bedroom?
nice nice..