By Chelsea Reed
There’s no such thing as too much comfort this holiday season. Trends and technologies come and go… but pastimes of cooking the holiday bird and sipping apple cider are a welcome change of pace for the young and old alike. Today we’ll enjoy some original art pieces inspired by the fall side of the holiday season. Time to sit on the couch with a sweater and get cozy. This blog is all about the comforts of home!
Watercolor etching
The subtle tones in this etching hearken back to home cooked meals and simpler times. The brighter colors of the fruit bring a nice sense of balance. Note the etchings hanging on the wall in this piece...it’s a fun little detail.
Watercolor
This picture-perfect cardinal may look like a photo, but it is actually a painting! Its feathers are so realistic, you may be tempted to touch them. The branches and leaves are gorgeous, too. The angle is reminiscent of looking outside the backyard from a kitchen window.
Gouache
The vibrant colors in this waterside scene may remind you of a backyard coastal home in the fall. Diverse colored leaves mingle in a period of transition. The sight is a visual symbol of the changes we experience from one holiday to the next. It’s a lovely reminder that change can be beautiful, and to enjoy the moment while it is here.
Oil painting
Inspired by a soy candle a friend gifted her, Kierce’s piece is a brilliant display of light in oil paintings. You can feel the warmth of the candle just looking at it. Super cozy!
Oil painting
If “Light Touch” showcases light in oil, “Mums and Copper” shows off impressionism in oil at its best. Impressionism’s feathery strokes soften the colors to complete the rustic autumn feel. It’s eye-catching appeal makes it great for the dining room, hallway, living room or home office.
Oil painting
If you grew up on a farm, know a relative who did, or simply like the idea of it, this piece will probably resonate with you. The blissful fall countryside is a classic decor choice for the kitchen, dining room or foyer of any home.
To find more pieces that make you feel cozy, check out Seaside Art Gallery’s collection online. There’s even a wildlife art show right now with furry wolves, baby cougars, and fluffy birds. And because they are paintings, you can admire their coziness without them scaring you… or you scaring them away! Enjoy, and Happy Holidays.
From pristine national parks to your lap by the fireplace, animals are all around us to delight, work with, and inspire. Spotting wild animals in their natural habitat surprises people with a sense of fulfilment while domestic animals fill our hearts with unconditional companionship.
One of the best qualities about still life art is that it encourages the viewer to enjoy the moment. The piece sets the mood and invites you to walk right up and have a front-row seat into the scene.
It’s the truth: life would not exist without light. From the greatest to the smallest, light is essential for most living creatures on Earth to survive.
