I had been looking for ages for abstract, contemporary artwork that would give my very traditional dining room a bit of a modern edge, and yet still work with the overall design of the room.
After contacting Gian, I soon became very excited about the idea of having a custom piece of artwork made to my exact size and color specifications. I knew that this was exactly what my dining room needed... and I really fell hard for the three dimensional quality of Gian's paintings.
Gian was amazing to work with, and he didn't even laugh at me when I sent him an email of my colorful candle arrangement in the dining room, (with the hopes of somehow coordinating the color palettes). You may remember my candles from Tuesday's post...
And, here is the fabulous piece Gian did for us, in all its' high gloss drippy glory, now hanging in our dining room.
Art washes away from the soul
the dust of everyday life.
~Pablo Picasso
Ok, those paintings are incredible..
ReplyDeleteLove it! So cool with the 'dripping' paint!
ReplyDeleteHave a great Thursday :)
I love it!! It came out gorgeously, Sue, just perfect! XX!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful:)Have a great day
ReplyDeleteI love it when I get "nabbed by beauty." After all, it is what we talk about day and night--beautiful homes, furniture, antiques, art and the joy of combining it all in different ways.
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Liz
I love it, so cool! Your home is really amazing. xo
ReplyDeleteLove the dripping paint - sooooo cool!
ReplyDeleteHow fabulous!! And it's the 3D "drips" on the bottom that make it for me! Looks great against the pale blue. Art is definitely a crucial aspect to any room.
ReplyDeleteThanks for another peak! That's awesome :) The wall color is beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteHow fun. It must be cool to know that your piece is not like any others, that the artist made it specifically for you. Must be quite the conversation piece. I think what we hang on our walls speaks volumes about us and makes a home.
ReplyDeleteHis work is beautiful!! I love the little drips of paint.
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http://sincerelysamantha.com
It is stunning; you must be thrilled!!
ReplyDeleteVery cool! I love the drips! Congrats on your new piece of art - enjoy!
ReplyDeleteeekkk! I love it!!
ReplyDelete<3 Cara
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i like it!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's one thing to admire your talent for searching out and sharing great ideas....but you've taken this to a whole new level. Your painting is a masterpiece and what a fun shot of color and modern to balance out the traditional.
ReplyDeleteAnd speaking of that candle arrangement....did you notice the small round table yesterday? It reminded me of YOUR arrangement!
xoxo E
I absolutely love it! You and I have the same taste in art, I featured my Amanda Talley this week, with a peek of yours in the post as well!
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Sue,
ReplyDeleteHis work is gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.
Teres
I adore those dripping stripes! Fabulous piece and totally your style! And that Picasso quote is incredibly true. What an awesome experience with a fabulous artist.
ReplyDeleteStunning!! I also love your mouldings and chair! How exciting to work directly with an artist and end up with such a beautiful piece- lucky girl!!
ReplyDeleteimpressive, really pretty and unique
ReplyDeleteOMG...I love it and think that is the answer to my fireplace mantel! Thanks for sharing...this was super inspirational as I need a modern touch to my sitting room as well!
ReplyDeleteSue, his work is amazing. and you new piece is perfect. How does he make those drips at the bottom...?
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, I am in love Sue!!! The drips are amazing!! And it it looks sooooooooo good on your wall! I am going to go check this artist out!!
ReplyDeleteSue, I love it!! It looks fabulous!!
ReplyDeleteI love it! The colors are beautiful! And what a nice touch for your dining room.
ReplyDeleteThese are so unique. I really like them!
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Nikki
I LOVE THIS. So graphic and colorful -- genius!
ReplyDeletexo Josie
http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com
Looks great! Love the antique chair underneath your new piece of modern art!
ReplyDeleteAnd that glass desk showing itself off in that first pic, oh, I dream of having a workspace just like that:)!
That is just gorgeous! Wow!
ReplyDeleteWow that's so different with the dripping paint. I love it!!!
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Perfection! I love the unexpected.
ReplyDeleteHave you ever seen Kykuit....I think you are the next Grande Dame of opening a museum with Art collections -
ReplyDeleteI knew those candles had some sort of significance. Wonderful painting.
Hope you are well!
pve
there are those candles again! I love them :)
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love - simply perfect!
ReplyDeleteSo cool with the dripping paint! Lovely inspiration! :)
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh Sue it is outstanding. I just love it!! We have a blank wall in the livingroom and saw a much smaller version of your fantastic piece on Jeff Lewis. Would LOVE to own a piece like yours someday!! GORGE
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Carrie
Wow Sue! It's amazing. i love the molding and paint color of your dining room. Great find in this artist!
ReplyDeleteOMG, Sue, the high sheen is just brilliant & so is the totally unexpected dripping. This rocks, babycakes, big time. xx's
ReplyDeleteThe dripping paint just makes the whole thing POP!!! I love it, great addition to the room.
ReplyDeletelove that painting. its so slick and delicious! reminds me of candy :)
ReplyDeleteSpectacular. Really. xoxo
ReplyDeleteThat painting is fabulous!! Absolutely incredible.
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Oh, it looks incredible. I love the colors against the blue wall!
ReplyDeleteHoly wow. Nero luvs. God I'm jonesing to see your place.
ReplyDeleteAlcira
thenerochronicles.blogspot.com
This painting is just wonderful! I love how modern and bright it is with that fun 3-d element. It's so great you were able to collaborate with the artist!
ReplyDeletexo Mary Jo
Such pretty colors, love this work of art!
ReplyDeleteLove the colours and it's an awesome piece! I so envy you!:-)
ReplyDeleteSpectacular! Those drips are just amazing and so tactile. Love it. And I love that your candles were the inspiration. Looks like that piece will be a family heirloom.
ReplyDeleteI love it Sue! Congratulations on a great investment! Art definitely lifts the soul and I can see that this one will continue to do so for years to come!
ReplyDeleteThe 'dripping' at the bottom is fantastic. It really makes the piece for me.
Wonderful choice!!
Big hugs from Sydney
xx C
My Facebook profile pic is me right in front of a piece of are that looks like this... I love it.
ReplyDeleteThe picture of the dripping paint insane.
Best
Homan Rajai