Celebrating Wayne Thibaud

I fell in love with Wayne Thibaud's work in a graphic design class in college. I loved the movement, whimsy and joy. His shadowing are a heightened coloration of the actual colors that would be present. Often the shadows are opposite on the color wheel than the color of the items. This can create a visual vibration of the pieces, giving the pieces the sense of what it would be like to eat all those sweets!



I have curated a collection of art below that reminds me of the Thibaud aesthetic- both is subject and technique. Each piece features a simple design, bright colors, contrasting color shadows and have a luscious food theme.


Cat Pope Fine Arts on Etsy- great Alabama artist!

Root beer float by JMW portfolio on  Etsy



Macroons by JoJoLaRue on Etsy

Fruit cream desserts by Komarovart on Etsy

great storage

Storage, we all need it.  Using storage well is the key to keeping a neat space and having a visually clear space. I am always in persuit for great storage ideas. Here are some of my latest finds!
The first is a Felt Storage box from Etsy- as you notice there is a zipper. This zipper allows you to unzip the container when not in use and roll it up! It is brilliant to be able to break your storage done to storage.





Felt coin pouch from feltistry- great for small storage- coins, lipgloss, solid purfumes!






Thick industerial felt makes fantastic bowls, like the ones at feltplanet on Etsy!

Fabrics for men- the perfect recliner

A recent study found that women recognize color variations more than men and men recognize pattern variations more than women. This could be explained by the primitive brain needing to hunt by recognize animals and gathering with recognizing ripeness for fruit and vegetables.

 

I have been thinking a lot about this and how it could pertain to design. Additionally, how to take this knowledge and harness it in working with men and women clients, both couples or singles. Recently I took this in consideration while working with a client couple on fabrics for a family room. I choose colors in her palette with a variety of patterns for him.

This Magnolia Fabrics is reversible.

Duralee taupe branches on a blue sage background

 

 

Below is my pick for his recliner. I love the combo of houndstooth and a men's silk tie print. It has the feel of a Dapper Dan made modern. The houndstooth is perfect for the recliner and the "tie" fabric would make a perfect lumbar pillow. Love the cool brown and light blue-green in both of these fabrics. As always, if you would like more information on this fabric, you would like to order it, please contact me! I love doing online consultations.

 

Durable KravetSmart and pretty cotton/ poly blend fromJF showroom