Natural History Art in Awesome Interiors

Holly Becker of decor8 posted an exclusive first peek of HK Living this morning, and I was thrilled to see all of the natural history touches in the flat that was featured. As you probably know by now, natural history art is a huge part of what I do, and sometimes I like to think I helped start the trend (though more likely it was just a happy coincidence in timing).


image credit: HK Living

I just love the butterflies above the piano, especially since they remind me of these (Moth Wings and July Butterflies):



It feels good to know that something I'm so passionate about, and that I so enjoy doing, is actually relevant in design today. The fact that people are embracing natural science by bringing it into their homes is just wonderful. I think it's important that we remember the history of how humans have interacted with nature, and natural history art lets us do so in a beautiful way.

What do you think of the natural history trend? Would you incorporate "science" into your decor?

A Beautiful Spring Day

Today is absolutely lovely! I had a fantastic holiday weekend, and just brought the last of my guests to the airport. I now have the house to myself, and I'm resisting the urge to run outside and weed the garden. I have lots of catching up to do, and need to stay on task! I feel a bit like a child kept in school when it's almost summer vacation, but I'll manage.

Dyeing Easter Eggs


I've been keeping myself busy - taking friends to see the botanical gardens at Roger Williams Park, travelling to Philly, hiding/stealing/re-hiding my husband's Easter basket (it's his family's tradition!), flying kites with my nephew at the beach...

Kite Flying


I've also been taking a blogging e-course taught by Holly Becker of decor8 - so far I've really been enjoying it. It is a bit ironic that I've been neglecting my blog somewhat during the first week of the course, but I hope you will forgive me! I've missed sharing new photos, or details about an exciting new technique. It's good to be back, even when it means vacation is over!

Blog Course Homework

decor8!!!

I am thrilled to let you all know that I was featured on decor8 today! For those of you unfamiliar with decor8, it's an amazing design blog authored by the talented Holly Becker. You can also find her on Real Simple and as a guest curator for Domino Magazine's online Etsy gallery.

As a new homeowner with a penchant for decorating, and as an artist, I am completely addicted to decor8 - definitely go check it out.

Here are the images featured, from my Natural History series: