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The work: Jane Thompson, I Know a Place, 2021. Acrylic, graphite and oil stick on stretched canvas, 122 x 122cm.
A moving exploration into Jane Thompson’s experiences and emotions, ‘I Know a Place’ is an uplifting piece thanks to its spontaneous, gestural marks and bold use of colour. I would love to see it as a feature piece in a neutral living room setting, where its sense of playfulness can bring joy and happiness. Referencing the same pops of colour through soft furnishings and décor items would create a harmonious setting where the artwork is the pivotal piece. – Julia Green, Founder, Greenhouse Interiors
This vibrant balance of colour and texture would add energy to whatever space in which it is hung. Although abstract, it offers the viewer a lovely sense of the familiarity of a landscape. In a large contemporary open plan living and kitchen area with a glass wall to a harbour view on one side, this work would hold its own. I would style this room with a pair of organic, curved sofas upholstered in sand-coloured bouclé on a large plush terracotta-coloured wool and silk cut pile rug. Style with the beautiful curvaceous forms of the Sequence coffee and side tables from Coco Flip in a rust colour and a couple of sleek, mini light fixtures on a track all in white to discreetly highlight the artwork and furniture pieces. – Brett Mickan, Interior Designer, Brett Mickan Interior Design
Bold, bright and punchy, this is calling out to be the hero of a space. I’m picturing this is a neutral room but pulling accents from the colours of the artworks to tie it all together. Sculptural resin and glass vases and objects in tangerine hues paired with cushions and other soft furnishings in grey blues and pink accents will make for one impactful living room. Bring in some of the more natural tones through native florals and greenery. – Jono Fleming, Designer and Stylist