For a while now, I've been wanting to do a weekly blog feature on things that make me swoon. Art, clothes, baby gear, recipes - anything that I love and want to share with my readers. So, I woke up and decided today was as good a day as any! So here goes nothin'!
Today, I want to share some artists whose work I love. When Doug and I moved in to this house one year ago, I became painfully aware that all the art and photography in our home was our own. Don't get me wrong, I love to display our work, but I wanted to diversify a bit. Being that we aren't rich, I turned to Etsy to find affordable prints from talented, lesser-known artists.
First up is Sharon Montrose. I found her on etsy, fell in love and then suddenly started seeing her name everywhere. She was recently mentioned in PDN and has been getting a ton of buzz. I am most enamored with Sharon's simple images of rescue animals on white.
I finally bit the bullet and bought four of her smaller open-edition prints and framed them in our kitchen. These are 7x7 prints, surrounded by white double-weight mats and placed in 16x20 frames -
After discovering Sharon, I stumbled upon Marisa Haedike, of Creative Thursday, who is a super-talented illustrator and painter. She does an adorable series of painting featuring her own cast of animals, from polar bears and owls to bunnies and birds. I was looking for something to hang in Max's room, which would be sweet and fun, without being too baby-ish. I was completely twitterpated when I found Marisa's work.
Today, I want to share some artists whose work I love. When Doug and I moved in to this house one year ago, I became painfully aware that all the art and photography in our home was our own. Don't get me wrong, I love to display our work, but I wanted to diversify a bit. Being that we aren't rich, I turned to Etsy to find affordable prints from talented, lesser-known artists.
First up is Sharon Montrose. I found her on etsy, fell in love and then suddenly started seeing her name everywhere. She was recently mentioned in PDN and has been getting a ton of buzz. I am most enamored with Sharon's simple images of rescue animals on white.
I finally bit the bullet and bought four of her smaller open-edition prints and framed them in our kitchen. These are 7x7 prints, surrounded by white double-weight mats and placed in 16x20 frames -
Sharon's websites are -
Blog: http://www.sharonmontrose.blogspot.com/
Etsy Shop (for smaller, open-edition prints): http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6390564
Animal Print Shop (for larger, limited-edition prints): http://www.theanimalprintshop.com/
Blog: http://www.sharonmontrose.blogspot.com/
Etsy Shop (for smaller, open-edition prints): http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6390564
Animal Print Shop (for larger, limited-edition prints): http://www.theanimalprintshop.com/
After discovering Sharon, I stumbled upon Marisa Haedike, of Creative Thursday, who is a super-talented illustrator and painter. She does an adorable series of painting featuring her own cast of animals, from polar bears and owls to bunnies and birds. I was looking for something to hang in Max's room, which would be sweet and fun, without being too baby-ish. I was completely twitterpated when I found Marisa's work.
This is an 11x14 print, framed as a 16x20. It's right above Max's changing table and he seems to really enjoy looking at it while I dress him in the mornings.
(baby not included)
Marisa's work can be seen on the web at:
Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5071031
On her blog: http://creativethursday.typepad.com/
And on her website: http://www.creativethursday.com
Lastly, Doug and I just remodeled our bedroom and I was looking for something to hang above the bed. I, of course, turned again to Etsy. I found a prolific toy-camera shooter from Montreal, named Bomobob. I immediately fell in love with his graphic, vintagey images and simply had to have a few for the new bedroom.
These are 8x8 prints, framed and matted as 11x14s.
Marisa's work can be seen on the web at:
Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5071031
On her blog: http://creativethursday.typepad.com/
And on her website: http://www.creativethursday.com
Lastly, Doug and I just remodeled our bedroom and I was looking for something to hang above the bed. I, of course, turned again to Etsy. I found a prolific toy-camera shooter from Montreal, named Bomobob. I immediately fell in love with his graphic, vintagey images and simply had to have a few for the new bedroom.
These are 8x8 prints, framed and matted as 11x14s.
Bomobob on the web: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5737288
So that's it! My first edition of The Cat's Meow! Hope you enjoyed and will check out these talented artists.
I would love to hear your ideas for different features! If you have a request for future Cat's Meow features, leave 'em in the comment box below!
delightfully,
Chenin
So that's it! My first edition of The Cat's Meow! Hope you enjoyed and will check out these talented artists.
I would love to hear your ideas for different features! If you have a request for future Cat's Meow features, leave 'em in the comment box below!
delightfully,
Chenin
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Jennifer Grigg said:
I love your framing and matting. Are you doing it yourself? Who supplies your frames? They look retro and unique. Great blog idea, keep em comin'!
(06.15.09 @ 01:11 PM)
carlie said:
i LOVE this!! i was just talking to a friend about posting more about things that i love! i have to say it is a great idea and shows us a little more about who you are and what you enjoy! and your room decor is to die for!! i love everything about it!!!
(06.15.09 @ 02:44 PM)
Lisa said:
Great post - Thanks! This inspires me to go out and decorate my walls as well. I'm especially intrigued by the work of Sharon Montrose. I'm going to go check out her work right now...
(06.15.09 @ 04:14 PM)
Jill said:
I am a HUGE Etsy fan! I can't wait to check out more from the artists that you mentioned. I've been stuck on what to put in our babies room, there are just to many options.
(06.15.09 @ 07:16 PM)
Mark A Higgins said:
Etsy is my favorite site. I try to support other artists as well. The Alligator print is VERY cool and something I see hitting against my MC tonight!
(06.15.09 @ 08:09 PM)
Ashley Thalman Photo said:
What a unique way to frame those Montrose pics. Really nice.
(06.15.09 @ 11:05 PM)
caitlin said:
I love Etsy too - thank you for posting this - when I saw it I felt like someone had just surprised me with a big plate of candy. I love it when people show off things they love
(06.15.09 @ 11:37 PM)
Heather Espana said:
NUMMY! I heart Etsy. And I heart how you redid your bedroom :). So funky and sweet!
(06.16.09 @ 07:55 PM)
Meg said:
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5481988
Check out these- I'm obsessed...
(06.16.09 @ 10:43 PM)
Marilyn said:
Thank you for sharing! Love it!
(06.16.09 @ 11:56 PM)
Dominoe Imus said:
I love love the animal images at the very top! So different, so very cool.
(06.17.09 @ 02:18 PM)
Bob Cadloff said:
Hey Chenin, I'm over the moon that you featured me on your blog! Thanks so much. Those prints look fabulous the way you framed and hung them. I'm so happy to see them in such a wonderful home.
(06.18.09 @ 10:23 AM)
Deirdre said:
I love his work and your framing is absolutely stunning! So is YOUR photography, by the way.
(06.18.09 @ 04:26 PM)
abigail seymour said:
what a great idea, and what wonderful artists you've found -- and your house is darling! i've been looking for sweet-but-not-babyish artwork for my toddlers, too, so this is a huge help. thank you!!
(06.19.09 @ 05:19 AM)
Meg Fish said:
Love it! I especially love the animal pics... I want the sheep one on a pillow :) lol! Great idea!
(06.21.09 @ 09:29 AM)
Kim said:
Love your bedroom! could you come and do mine for me?!
(06.23.09 @ 08:31 AM)
Sharon montrose said:
OMG! What a beautiful post! Thanks for including me. Lovely home too...
(06.23.09 @ 10:25 AM)
Catharine said:
bummer, none of your photos are coming through for me...
(06.23.09 @ 11:38 AM)
carrie@urbanbaby said:
i love sharon's animal work also! i have the sheep :). and the other stuff looks great!
(06.23.09 @ 02:02 PM)
Robin Dini said:
Love your picks. I have a ton of favs on Etsy that i've been watching to share too. Thanks for the kick in the pants to get 'er done :) Really love the print over Max's changing table. So cute!
(07.06.09 @ 03:42 PM)
dina said:
just wanted to say thank you for giving me so many great ideas and places to find them! i'm new to your blog but love stumbling across people way more artistic and cool than myself who provide the path to coolness by sharing such inspirational tidbits! thank you, D ;o)
(07.18.09 @ 02:44 PM)
Olivia Leigh said:
Hi Chenin! Love your style. So quirky and lovely. May I ask where you got the off-center mats (and frames!--but particularly the mats). I do very little matting and framing (clients do many more canvases) but I am looking for off-center square mats for a personal gift.
(07.22.09 @ 08:50 AM)
R. J. Kern said:
great ideas! thank you for sharing. wonderful job in your decor... kudos! your personality totally match with your selections!
(07.24.09 @ 10:07 AM)