Art Sampler: Reactions and Preferences Requested

I'm always intrigued by one's art preferences. People are often unpredictable in terms of what art they like and buy. It's pretty fascinating to see different art collections especially in relation to the general decor of the homes in which they are housed. Art is vitality important to the way a home feels and of course, the artwork in a home may make one person feel one way and another person feel completely differently. These varying reactions are what makes art so compelling and sometimes so controversial.

With that said, I thought it would be interesting to hear about what you think of the following pieces:

Azurrine - Kate Long Stevenson - Tyler White Gallery

Praia Piquinia 06/08/09 14h01 - Christian Chaize

Aloe - Sally King Benedict

Rooftop Soliloquy - Irene Suchocki

Falling Cloud - Etsy seller Luckyhemlock

Black Bear #1 - Nine Francois - Oswald Gallery

August Shimmer - Karen Stastny - Cole Pratt Gallery

Do you like any of the above? Hate any of them? Which one(s) would you pick to live with? I like all of them, however, if I had to choose (and money was no object, of course) I'd pick the the Black Bear and Sally Benedict's Aloe.

If you aren't so keen on any of the above, please share some art or the names of artists that you love. I'm always eager to discover new ones!

A Bedroom Built Around a Benedict

I've recently been fixated on the paintings of accomplished contemporary artist, Sally King Benedict. Her work is perfect for a few of my clients and my friend Bradley (of the fab fashion blog Luella & June) is also hankering for one of Sally's pieces, so I've been keeping my eye on her online inventory over the past few weeks. By merely viewing her art online, it's easy to tell that Sally is an outstanding colorist. While digitally soaking in the beauty of her creations is a fabulous experience, I'm sure that it's a million times better in person! Hopefully I'll be able to get up close and personal with a piece in the near future and can report back :)

It would be nearly impossible for me to pick a "favorite," however, one piece that I just can't get out of my head is called Cool Water. I love the movement and the fresh color palette...

Cool Water - 2011 - 36" x 48" (framed) - oil, acrylic, and guache on canvas by Sally King Benedict

As an homage to the piece (and a way of visually representing my daydream of owning the piece), I've created a bedroom mood board around the painting...

Serena & Lily Perfect White on walls and Pool on ceiling

Arteriors Duke Iron Glass Chandelier

Horchow Ocean Glass Side Table

Pottery Barn Antonia Canopy Bed

Clayton Gray Sconce de Mer Light

Crystal Base Dome Task Light 

West Elm Mirror-Framed Mirror

Anthropologie Windsor Love Seat

Quadrille Terrace Watermelon on Tint

Williams-Sonoma Home White Hotel Bedding

Wisteria Navy Greek Key Dhurrie

Layla Grayce Regina Andrew Aqua Glass Ripple Lamp

Crate & Barrel Cubix 8-Drawer Dresser

What do you think of the painting? What about the board?

I also wanted to share a few snapshots from one of Sally's recent shows...it's nice to be able to see the pieces on actual walls. There's also a glimpse of a few of her works on paper, which are also gorgeous.

There's Cool Water on the right!