On this blog, I've repeatedly emphasized the importance of artistic works when it comes to decorating. (See article Art and Design)
I've always wanted to hang an oil painting in my dining room, but it was too expensive, so I decided to create one myself using Photoshop, a computer program. At first, I was disappointed because I really wanted a painting by an artist, but due to the cost, I had to settle for using Photoshop. Once the painting arrived, I hung it in my dining room. Every time I saw it, I was reminded that I couldn't afford the painting I really wanted. But later on, I grew to love the fact that I had created it myself and that it had personal touches of my own. In the end, it was worth more to me than any painting I could have bought, and I regret not making it even larger. I suppose this is how a true artist must feel. Because of the psychological impact it had on me, it became another one of my PSYCHOLOGICAL BOMBS. To create it, I simply copied and pasted images and pieced them together to make the painting. By doing it myself, I was able to include personal elements, such as the candle chart in the lower right corner that represents a very important moment in my life, making the painting something very personal.
If you're interested in making a similar painting, you could start by using my painting file as a guide. Once you have the file, you can send it to a company that specializes in turning images into paintings.
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There's nothing quite like admiring your own work of art, so remember that if I could do it with all my limitations and with dedication and time, you can too.
Art is very important when it comes to decorating. Combined with lighting and textures, it can enhance any space. Here are some examples of artworks that I like.
