If you are a fan of abstract paintings, there is a good chance that you’ve at least heard of artist Maeve Harris. For those that have not heard of her, please allow us to make the introduction. She is a versatile, Seattle-based phenomenon that’s known for her intuitive use of organic forms and blending techniques. In addition, she tends to incorporate elements of photos, literature and history into her work. Here’s a look at several excellent examples of her innate talent:

Maeve Harris Collection: Moment Series

Maeve Harris’ Moment Series is a prime example of her brilliant use of brush strokes to create the illusion of movement. The paintings in the series are appropriately titled Moment I and Moment II. In both instances, she blends blacks, whites, yellows and browns to create two distinct, abstract focal points. Because of their abstract nature and coloring, the paintings could very easily be used in a variety of settings.

Maeve Harris Collection: Jetty & Crème Series

Understandably, Maeve Harris does not restrict her color palette to the ones found in the Moment Series. She has two series that would be ideal for use in beach homes or areas ripe with cool tones. Those two series are Jetty and Crème. Each abstract painting in the two series incorporates white and off white colors. The Jetty Series, however, also infuses those colors with shades of blue and green. As such, all four paintings would look wonderful paired with natural items like pressed seaweed, sand sculptures, bowls of beach glass and driftwood fragments.

Maeve Harris Collection: Floral Paintings

No discussion of artist Maeve Harris’ work would be complete without a mention of her floral paintings. She has several collections that focus on flowers. Among the flowers highlighted in the various collections are marguerites, orchids, chiaroscuros and roses. Colors used in Harris’ floral paintings vary greatly. Therefore, it is easy to find one that will fit in with most design schemes.

Would you like to learn more about artist Maeve Harris and her exceptional paintings? If so, stop by the Fulcrum Gallery today.

Framed mirrors can really make a home appear to expand in size and reflect incoming light to make rooms feel airy and full of light. They can also be a great alternative to hanging artwork. Wherever you want to add wall decor but don't feel you have the right piece of art or other decor to place there, consider a mirror as a solution.

Here are some key tips for decorating with mirrors instead of artwork:

Finding the Right Frame: You want to frame your mirror to highlight it but not to overwhelm it. You don't want a small mirror to have a big, bulky frame and you probably don't want a large mirror to have a thin, delicate looking frame. The frame should accent the mirror, making it a highlight of your room when used as an alternative to artwork on the wall.

Location and Size: One of the first steps in choosing the right framed mirror is to decide exactly where you plan to hang it and look at size considerations. Is the mirror meant to hang above a fireplace? Do you want it to reflect a pleasing outdoor view from a window? Do you want to reflect the light fixture on the ceiling to double the apparent light? Look at the space and measure how large the mirror should be for that location. If you are placing the mirror above a sofa, you don't want the mirror to overwhelm the seating, so choose a size about 1/2 to 2/3 the length of the sofa. The same is true if you are choosing a framed mirror for hanging over the fireplace mantel.

Color Scheme: In most cases, you will want the mirror frame to stand out against the wall treatment. If you have light colored walls, your options are endless. If you have a wall treatment with a significant pattern or texture, you might consider a wooden frame that contrasts strongly with the wall colors. You can have metallic accents on your mirror frame is you like no matter what color or type of wood you choose, creating an endless combination of designs to satisfy any setting.

Style: Choose a framed mirror that blends with the overall style of the room. If you have a formal living room, you want a very formal look for your framed mirror but if you have ultramodern or rustic country, you can find a frame that suits that style just as well. Whatever your furnishings and decor you can have a framed mirror that blends well with that style.

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