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.

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22 comments:

  1. Andrea Reh2 March 2010 at 13:34

    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

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  2. Karena2 March 2010 at 14:50

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

    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  3. Kelly Green2 March 2010 at 14:57

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

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  4. Gwen Driscoll2 March 2010 at 15:02

    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.

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  5. shopgirl2 March 2010 at 18:15

    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.

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  6. Maria Johns2 March 2010 at 19:23

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

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  7. Kate2 March 2010 at 21:20

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

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  8. Karen 2 March 2010 at 23:44

    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

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  9. FairyFiligree3 March 2010 at 00:44

    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....:)

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  10. myletterstoemily3 March 2010 at 01:56

    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

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  11. Molly3 March 2010 at 11:27

    so so beautiful!!! thanks for sharing!

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  12. carla rothberg3 March 2010 at 12:06

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

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  13. 72 and sunny4 March 2010 at 03:55

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

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  14. ATHENEA Fine Art4 March 2010 at 04:16

    Beatiful!!!
    Best Reagards!

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  15. Laura Trevey4 March 2010 at 10:23

    Love the Zig Zags! So fun and colorful!

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  16. Unknown4 March 2010 at 12:40

    They totally fit your amazing aesthetic! Very nice-

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  17. Outdoors On Parade4 March 2010 at 13:56

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

    www.oopnorwood.blogspot.com

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  18. Moments and Treasures5 March 2010 at 00:28

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

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  19. MaroDe5 March 2010 at 09:09

    I love mixing contemporary with traditional too! Great art!

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  20. Jen of MadeByGirl5 March 2010 at 16:36

    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

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  21. the NEO-traditionalist7 March 2010 at 08:09

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

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  22. carla10 March 2010 at 22:41

    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.

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