Colour Class at Farrow and Ball

The other week I was invited to Farrow and Ball’s showroom on Yonge street to take part in a colour therapy class. I actually hadn’t even been into the showroom since they moved a couple blocks north from their original spot (which was dangerously close to Black Camel), so it was a perfect excuse to go visit and see the new colours and new space.

And did I mention already that this wasn’t your typical kumbaya kind of colour therapy class? It was led by the Toronto-born and NYC-based fashion designer Tanya Taylor, whose work is celebrated for her bold use of colour, whimsical prints and playful feminine flair (and her accommodating approach to plus sizes to boot!)*…Read More

Artist Project ’16 Picks

I was very happy to return to the opening of The Artist Project last night. Sourcing art for clients is one of my favourite things and I love meeting the artists and seeing so many different types of pieces all under one roof.  This blog post would have taken me days to put together if I were to share all of the pieces I loved, so here are some highlights:

Adrienne Jackson, Mushroom Cloud, 30×30, $1,350.00

There were so many gorgeous abstract pieces at the show that I fell in love with but this is one of my favourites for its palette of pink, gold, black and white.

Samantha Sandbrook, I*heart* Graffiti: Romeo and Juliet- love story, $4950

This large heart-shaped piece is definitely a showstopper, due to its unusual shape and large scale. And can we talk about that soft blush colour? I can picture this oil and resin heart hung in a loft with all white furniture. It’s romantic and whimsical in an edgy way.…Read More