Fine Art: Agnes Rathonyi, Part 2

 Update on recent beautiful Modern Art from Canadian artist, Agnes Rathonyi. The "apples" below were a gift for my birthday.  I am beyond thrilled ❤😍

the Blue colors match!

Below is a small sampling of beautiful works by Agnes  R. owned by other family members.

Wish List!

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Fine Art: Agnes Rathonyi

A few of my sibling & hubby's awesome and vast collection of Canadian Agnes Rathonyi fine Art is below. 

Sis and hubby have curated their collection so well that we are among others who have also begun collecting Agnes' artwork based on the tasteful collection they've displayed at their home.   

one of my favorites

Zephaniah 3





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My Agnes Rathonyi Art Collection Increaseth

Summertime had my sisters sending me pictures of our fave Canadian Artist's various works during a yearly festival which they were attending.

 I texted about this little piece of original art which had my favorite shade of green in it. 
Alas, I was told that it was bought by someone else by the time my Sibs got around to inquiring about its price and availability on my behalf.  Darn. 

I had a feeling that one of my sisters had purchased it for herself as she also likes the same shade of green.  I was right --- she did purchase it -- for ME!!!!  It was my belated Birthday gift which she gave on Christmas eve.  I was beyond stunned and happy.  She and her hubby are soooo generous. Praise the Lord!  Here it is on our Art Gallery wall.

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Fine Art: How to Buy Wisely

art by Agnes Rathonyi

This is a practical and helpful article by kristikohut studio.

Kristi Kohut's Art is on my bucket list: Modern. Bright. Colorful.  Beautiful.

This month, I will be looking and possibly shopping for Fine Art.  Articles such as this are always good for reference.


MAKE A HOUSE A HOME: HOW TO BUY FOR YOUR PERSONAL SPACE

Art is personal, and nowhere is that statement truer than when you’re decorating your home. And selecting work isn’t just about whether you like the flowers or faces in a particular painting. Artworks are, ultimately, objects in space that work in concert with the objects, surfaces, and barriers around them. Here’s some tips for hitting the picture nail on the head.

Keep placement top of mind

First, where will the work go? You can either shop for work by looking to fill a particular space, or by being open to what art speaks to you and then figuring out where it will go. While the latter sounds more romantic—and a personal connection is one of the most important reasons to invest in art—you might find it less overwhelming to keep your space in mind as you shop.

Know your dimensions

Consider both the height and width of the available wall space. Is it in a corner, bookended by windows, above a bed frame, or adjacent to other artwork? It’s important to give other architectural features or furnishings room to breathe: if the available space is 6 feet wide, you may want a foot or more left free on either side of a frame. If you don’t feel like you have an intuitive eye for scale, use blue painter’s tape to mark out a rectangle on a wall and see how its boundaries engage with the surrounding space.

Protect against sunlight

Generally speaking, you can never have too much natural light at home. But the sun can cause the same damage to art that it does to skin. UV rays fade colors, and even the daily heat from a sunny window can cause work (especially paints and glues) to crack. While it’s certainly ok to further enhance the mood of a sunny room with art, prioritize walls that don’t receive direct sunlight—somewhat counterintuitively, that can actually be the walls that hold the windows. Be sure you know the full spectrum of light on a given wall throughout the day so you can help your artwork live its longest, most vibrant life.

Factor in color

Speaking of vibrancy, don’t forget to account for the color palette of your space. Works of art are always in conversation with their fellow paintings, photographs, prints, and sculptures. But wall color, furniture fabrics and finishes, accent decor, and even the floor will also have some say in  how your artwork presents itself. And be sure to factor in the tone of the mat, as well as the color and texture of a frame in addition to the hues of the artwork.

IBIZA abstract painting

Don’t forget about the mood

Last but not least, let your feelings come into play. Though we’re not advocating for impulse buys (but if that’s your style, no judgement!), one of art’s greatest gifts is the way it impacts our mindset. Think about how you currently, or hope to, feel in a certain room. Do you wish to cultivate calm in the bedroom, conversation in the dining room, and focus in a study or den? Choose works that align you with the way you like to use your space.

pc: Hapiart, FB

HOW TO BUY FOR YOUR PERSONAL SPACE

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My Sister: Courier of Good Things

Sis and family flew into town for a family wedding. She hand-carried a delicate, big Jade Plant   onto the plane for me,  thus making it quite special.  I think I shall name it "Camilla" (after one of her beloved deceased dogs). May it live long and prosper!


Sis propagates Jade plants and sells them locally.

Interesting note: 
she leaves the plant(s) on her front porch for the Buyers to pick up. She watches the transaction in the comfort and safety of her own home via security cameras. 

On her return home, she had a large, gorgeous original oil painting by Agnes Rathonyi whom she saw in person at the WI art fair. They padded and packed the precious Artwork securely, checked it in, prayed for the Lord's protection, and had her hubby be first in line at the baggage claim area upon landing at the airport. 

love at first sight!

packing painting good and tight

arrived safe and sound!

I intentionally did not mention to Sis beforehand of a friend who lost a precious original painting she had brought over from her trip to Italy. Maybe it was the airline's lax security measures at the baggage claim area or our friend's own neglect/fault, but it was gone, gone, gone. 

Sis gave me yet another Jade plant -- for my birthday!  This time my Hubby was the courier after his trip to her neck of the woods (NW USA).

Crassula Ovata, AKA Jade Plant

How to Grow Jade Plants

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