Tuesday 2 March 2010

Debra Dawes Paintings







I am a little besotted with these paintings by one of Australia's leading abstract artists, Debra Dawes. I love the clean, geometric lines and of course the vibrant colours. I think they would look wonderful mixed with some more traditional still life pieces. I enjoy mixing artwork styles in a home. Collecting and displaying fabulous art is another area where we can express our own unique individual style.

22 comments:

Andrea Reh said...

These paintings are stunning - I can imagine a pink one sitting nicely in the room featured below! I'd love to know the name of the gallery in the picture.↲Andrea xox

Karena said...

Dawes work is fabulous. i love it!! You are right it is good to mix it up.

Karena
Art by Karena

Kelly Green said...

Beautiful and striking paintings - reminds me of Ruby Green fabric too! KG

Gwen Driscoll said...

Anna,

These are just amazing. Thank you for the introduction. I just love your blog and know how hard you've worked to get here. Congratulations on all your success! It's fun to watch. Hope you are well.

shopgirl said...

I love abstracts too and these abstract pieces are incredibly happy looking. I like that she uses a lot of pinks in her paintings. I don't see that too often.

Maria Johns said...

These are fantastic so bold and lively! and I love your idea of mixing them!

Kate said...

They are great! I'd love them on a cushion

Karen said...

I love these! So vibrant! Very geometrical! I have the perfect spot for the one with the pink chevrons! Thanks for introducing me to Debra's work.
Karen

FairyFiligree said...

Great ideas for colour combinations and interior styling there! I always value the eye for colour which artist can use with such verve! It is a great eye-opener. Take a peek at my blog - I have used (& linked to your blog) the picture of a dear old friend of yours. See if you find him....:)

myletterstoemily said...

not being a modern art fan, i could still totally
see one of these beautiful paintings next
to my traditional art. if i were very careful.

thank you for sharing,
lea

Molly said...

so so beautiful!!! thanks for sharing!

carla rothberg said...

i agree anna. i also think a few of these would look great together in sort of a grid formation.

72 and sunny said...

I can totally see why! the colors and patterns look like your interiors translated to the canvas!

ATHENEA Fine Art said...

Beatiful!!!
Best Reagards!

Laura Trevey said...

Love the Zig Zags! So fun and colorful!

Unknown said...

They totally fit your amazing aesthetic! Very nice-

Outdoors On Parade said...

How stunning! We would love one of these in our windows!

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Moments and Treasures said...

These are so fresh. They would be so versatile and extremely easy to use.

MaroDe said...

I love mixing contemporary with traditional too! Great art!

Jen of MadeByGirl said...

OOh I've never heard of Debra before...this is very refreshing. It reminds me of FABRIC...and very feminine too.

Jen Ramos
madebygirl.blogspot.com

the NEO-traditionalist said...

What beautiful work she does! I love abstract art and her color palettes are to die for! Thanks for sharing with us! XO Katie

carla said...

Hi!

I love that you featured Debra Dawes in your blog. She was actually my lecturer and advisor at Sydney College of the Arts for 3 years. She's just as lovely as her paintings.