Wednesday, October 19, 2011

New Living Room Artwork!


One of my favorite aspects of the living room so far has been the wall above the sofa showcasing artwork I've completed over the years!  Do you remember when I showed you all that here?
Well just in case you don't remember what it looked like, here's a little snippet of the art....




Well I decided the wall needed a little color and the black and white photograph I took in Hawaii just wasn't giving me that pop!  So it was time to take that down, pack it up and save it for another day.  

So out came a piece of art I finished just the other day, one which I happen to think works perfect with all my other pieces on the gallery wall!  









I love how the gold in the art plays off my gold leafed lamps!  
It's like the whole wall has come alive, I just love it!

What do you all think?  Do you like the moodiness of the black and white photo, or the drama and liveliness of the gold artwork?! 





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Posted by Ashley @ A {Blonde's} DIY Life at 8:41 PM
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44 comments:

  1. UnknownOctober 19, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Very pretty! I like the gold!

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  2. NuhaOctober 20, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    I love it! Such a gorgeously inspiring piece!

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  3. UnknownOctober 20, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    Very pretty! Love your lamp shades btw!

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  4. Carol-AnneOctober 20, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    They do all look great together...and I agree with the last commenter: those lamp shades are fab!

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  5. Karen October 20, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    The colors in all of your art pieces combine so harmoniously. The new art is just perfect.

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  6. Vicky @ Mess For LessOctober 20, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Love how the gold just really makes everything pop and ties it all together. You have a fab sense of style! I am a new GFC and Twitter follower from House of Hepworths. Vicky from www.messforless.net

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  7. The Corson CottageOctober 20, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Super cute gallery wall! Love the pop of color. I'm new to your blog! I love love love your header! I'm your newest follower. Hope you'll stop by The Corson Cottage sometime:) Carrie

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  8. Ann @ makethebestofthingsOctober 21, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Your new painting is perfect for that wall, bright and colorful and just right to kick your wall up a notch. Good job, wonderful artwork.

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  9. ShilohOctober 21, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    I loved the look of the black and white, but I think it's a bit too somber for that space. I think the new painting fits better. I really like that new one.:)

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  10. sstoneOctober 21, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Do you do all your paintings free hand?

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  11. Ashley @ A {Blonde's} DIY LifeOctober 21, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Thanks for all the great feedback! And for those who asked all my artwork is done freehand!

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  12. ToocutedobsOctober 21, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    This was exactly the touch needed to brighten things up and really "POP" as the decorator crowd likes to say. I love it! Great job and great eye!

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  13. RuthOctober 21, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Your art is fabulous. I love how it looks.

    Ruth

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  14. inspiremyhouseprettyOctober 22, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    aww this is lovely x

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  15. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateOctober 22, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    This looks so wonderful....out of a magazine! Thanks for sharing at this week's BFF Open House!

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  16. Gina @ MoneywiseMomsOctober 23, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Love your art gallery. I like how the black and white frames/mats tie everything together.

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  17. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLROctober 24, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    Ashley, very pretty gallery wall! Love it! I am now following you via the creative bloggers' hop; and I hope you will follow me, too! Many blessings to you!

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  18. Jenny @ Simcoe StreetOctober 24, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    It looks beautiful! Great job!

    Jenny
    www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com

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  19. simonaOctober 24, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    I definitely love the color! Very nice gallery!

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  20. AnonymousOctober 24, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Love your style! Come decorate my house!

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  21. MarieOctober 24, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    What a beautiful collection of wall art! I do love all the mix of colors and the uniformity of the black frames. Stopping by from Mod Mix Monday. Have a great week!
    -Marie

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  22. UnknownOctober 24, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    OH' MY GOSH CHIC GORG. LOVE. DID I SAY LOVE! winks-jen

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  23. NelleneOctober 24, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    Great wall collection. I actually like the b/w just as much as the gold abstract art. The wall gives off a happy vibe which is awesome! LOVE your lamps too!

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  24. Be Colorful CoastalOctober 24, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Way to make that wall come to life. I couldn't put my finger on what wasn't clicking for me in the first photo but it seemed a bit random. Then this change up made it all flow and have purpose. Isn't it amazing how one thing can change a room? I really really like that art work. Now I am hoping you do a post on what techniques you used. Thanks so much for linking this to Motivated Monday at BeColorful
    Pam

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  25. Elise EnghOctober 25, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    The gold painting is my favorite! You are right- it brings the wall to life. What medium did you use to make the artwork? I'm a bit of an artist too, so I can't resist asking :)

    http://growcreative.blogspot.com

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  26. Ashley @ A {Blonde's} DIY LifeOctober 25, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Thanks so much! You all are TOO sweat! I'm honored so many of you love my new art work as much as I do!

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  27. Tatum @ Tatum's TakeOctober 25, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Your art looks great! Everything about the wall art and the decor on the table all work together wonderfully! I love all of the colors.

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  28. AnonymousOctober 27, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Wow, that looks fabulous! Good job!

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  29. AnonymousOctober 27, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    I love your wall, you give me a idea for my home, thank you for share it. Have a nice day from spain under the rain!

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  30. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum}October 27, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    The whole corner of the room looks fabulous!! I love the gallery wall and lamps!

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  31. Miss CharmingOctober 27, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Wonderful look! Very stylish. The art goes so well together and I'm loving the lamp shades.

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  32. debbie--http://refreshrestyle.com/October 27, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    Love it, especially with the lamps!
    Debbie

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  33. Heather{Our Life In a Click}October 27, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    Wow! Looks great!! Love the gold!

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  34. South Bay StudioOctober 27, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    I really like how you have them arranged on the wall. Nice...
    Kathi

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  35. Michelle @ Delicate ConstructionOctober 28, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    This is great! Thanks for sharing last week!
    I featured you this week!
    Hope to see you link up tomorrow!
    Michelle
    http://delicateconstruction.blogspot.com/2011/10/delicately-constructed-features_27.html

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  36. UnknownOctober 28, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    love the new art piece!!! definitely pulls everything together!!

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  37. Handy Man, Crafty WomanOctober 29, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    You found the POP! Very pretty! Thank you for sharing and linking to Wicked Awesome Wednesday!

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  38. UnknownOctober 29, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    WHOOP-T-WHOOP you are featured today on COM in the Saturday Spotlight Talent Show. Congrats.

    winks, jen

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  39. Sassy Sites!October 30, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    I LOVE your wall! And those lamp shades!!! Oh my goodness! Everything is gorgeous! :) Thanks for linking up to Sassy Sites FFA party! Have a wonderful Halloween weekend! XOXO!!

    Marni @ Sassy Sites!

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  40. RoeshelOctober 31, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Great job, Ashley! I love the new picture in there ~ just what it needed. The entire area is so pretty! Love it!

    Roeshel

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  41. micheleOctober 31, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    the lamps are fabulous!

    visiting via lifemadelovely and invite you to my giveaway here:

    http://hellolovelyinc.blogspot.com/2011/10/rachel-ashwell-on-creating-authentic.html

    warmly.

    michele

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  42. OnegirlrunsNovember 1, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    i missed out on the linky party but i have to say, yours is one of my faves! it's so chic and personal. and i LOVE your accessories! very good taste, you have!

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  43. AnonymousNovember 16, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Wow! I love the new piece of art you made. It really does make the whole wall pop!

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  44. Heather OApril 4, 2012 at 1:35 PM

    Nice room! Question - what do you have behind your couch to use as the "shelf?" I've been looking or a type of sofa table, and like how yours is very thin..

    Thanks,
    Heather

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I'd love to know what you think! Thanks for reading!

~xoxo a blonde ~

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