Monday, July 19, 2010

Wave Two

Turquoise is the color of the year for 2010 according to Pantone, a universal color matching system used by architects, interior, home and fashion designers alike. This calming, yet energizing shade of blue-green has been found on everything decor related from dinnerware to bedding and most recently has begun to make a resurgence in paintings, especially modern art!






La Montage interjects a fresh face into the realm of contemporary art, Julie Farley, also known as "Julz". Her art features bold and vivid colors closely akin to a modern day version of French Impressionist Claude Monet's works and especially, a highly abstract take on Monet's well-known oil series, The Water Lilies. Julie mixes various types of acids and chemicals in a comprehensive layering process which result in dramatic splashes of lucid tints and undertones.






The color scheme of Julie's art takes use of vivid copper, ocean-themed blues, sharp turquoise, varying shades of bronze, fiery coral, melon red, bold lime, and dark green earth tones! Julie keeps a record of each chemical formula she creates for each sample board so that you can mix colors and designs to create a custom piece of art for your home or business.

Each sample board featured in the La Montage showroom can be painted to scale per request of sizing preferences based on your art space needs. The combined result of each original piece entices the mind's eye to create for itself an interpretation which evokes tranquility and repose.





Tiger's Eye, (24x48)



Medallion Design on Board, (24x24)




Water Collection (48x48)



Dusk Reflections, (30x40)



Water Collection Series, (16x20)


Sample Board Options



Elle Design is based upon the concept of creative freedom. Melissa McKean, the artist, ensures that each piece is carefully detailed to capture the individual representation of each of her clients and their needs. Elle Design takes cues from the worlds of fashion, theater, and home/resort living to seemlessly blend the trends along with her unmistakable and timeless touch. Below are samples of her most recent art which can only be found exclusively at the La Montage Showroom!







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