Two years ago on May 9th, 2023, I underwent a lumpectomy for breast cancer. This month, I’m working on the largest commission of my career. Life unfolds in the most unexpected ways.
From Hell to the Heavens
How to Decorate with Abstract Art (and How to Make Your Own Abstract Art in Online Art Classes)!
Believe it or not, abstract art can fit into almost any home’s decor. Whether your home is modern and minimal or cozy and traditional, there’s a way to choose an abstract art piece that will complement your own style. After creating many custom abstract art pieces over the years, I wanted to share my tips for incorporating some art into your own home.
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Art Howard County 2017 - Juried Exhibition
UPDATE: My piece "Wood and Lace" received "Honorable Mention!"
I'm so excited!! I was accepted into my first juried art show, "Art Howard County 2017" juried by Thomas Engleman, Gallery Director and Professor of Visual Arts, Howard Community College. All three of my submissions were accepted and are for sale. Contact me for more information: dee@lenehanstudios.com or 410-707-9246
The show takes place at the Howard County Center for the Arts and is put on by the Howard County Arts Council. The show runs from November 3-December 15th, 2017. The reception (which I will sadly miss) is November 10th, 6-8pm. (8510 High Ridge Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043, 410-313-ARTS)
Be sure to take some time and check out the incredible works on display and support your local art scene!
DC Design House
This year I am privileged to say that I contributed to the fabulous room, "Chic Retreat" by Barbara Brown Interiors at the DC Design House.
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"The 9th annual D.C. Design House opens to the public October 1, 2016. Each year, one local home has every single room redesigned by local interior designers and architects.
Located at 2509 Foxhall Road, NW, this year's house is a whopping 11,242 square feet, and most recently served as a temporary house for the French ambassador while his real home was under construction. The home has five floors, seven bedrooms, three kitchens, eight full bathrooms, an infinity pool, a wine cellar and sauna.
All furnishings and accessories in the house are for sale -- and so is the home itself, which is listed for a cool $10.8 million, according to the Design House website.
Proceeds from this month-long event benefit Children’s National Health System. The house closes Oct. 30." -NBC4
Barbara Brown Interiors designed the "Chic Retreat" which is on the top floor. A lady's study/retreat/reading room has been expertly curated with chinoiserie inspired accessories, custom designed and built furniture, and features soothing colors and textures, but not without the occasional surprise. I was asked to create chinoiserie monochromatic vignettes on the walls as well as verre eglomise surfaces for both the writing desk and built in cabinet top.
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