TRANSFORM YOUR HOME WITH ART!!
It’s hard to argue with Picasso who said, “Art washes away from the soul, the dust of everyday life.” Think about that - the power of color, pattern and design can relieve stress, help you feel calm or energized or just happy to sink into your sofa at the end of a long day and gaze at the lovely piece on your wall. That feeling of joy is the reason I paint. After a long career in TV news, I decided to tell my own story with a brush. My inspiration is nature, the sky and sea. Here in Northern Virginia, nature is art at its best. My passion is bringing it to life intuitively. I believe art can be the missing piece that can breathe life into your space.
FINDING THE RIGHT ART FOR YOU
Picking the perfect piece of art for your home is easier than you may think. Whether you’re a new home owner or in your forever home, art truly can transform it. That special piece that catches your eye can provoke deep feelings, prompt interesting conversations and add energy to any space. The key is finding the color, movement or tonal patterns that stir your soul. Perhaps it’s modern art, abstract, traditional or photography that speaks to you. That is the key. Finding original artwork that immediately pulls you in and keeps you coming back. Abstract art is very popular in home design today. Colorful pieces can add the pop of color needed to make neutral solids so popular in today’s interior design come to life. Choose art that you not only love, but that compliments your decor. You can create a seamless transition with this model. Mixing traditional art with modern style or abstract with traditional is also on point. Really, the sky's the limit when it comes to adding artwork to your space. Go with your gut!
ORIGINAL ART IS ONE OF A KIND
Having it in your home can expose you to different ideas, perspectives, even cultures. It may be just the finishing touch you’ve been looking for. Not only will you be adding something unique and beautiful to your space, you just may feel more calm and relaxed! As Twyla Tharp once said, “Art is the only way to run away without leaving home.”
Krista Oberg is an abstract artist living and working in Northern Virginia. She recently moved from Houston where she showed her work in the Perimeter Gallery in Rice Village and at a gallery in Sawyer Yards. Her latest series was shown at Sanctuary Design in Vienna. You can find her work on Instagram at @Kristaobergart or contact her directly at [email protected].
