Beauty is all around us. All physical manifestations have the characteristics of design which are line, form, mass, color, and texture. How these physical manifestations are expressed determines the level of beauty we see in them.

Since the early eras of mankind, he has made special concentrated efforts to produce certain things that focus meaning, significance, beauty, spirituality, history, time, et cetera. Over the millenniums these works became more focused, concentrated, intelligent, sophisticated, and relevant to everyday living. With growth that which we call beauty and art came into being.

Thus, there is a history of art being used in residential spaces for the human being. There is a basic need or desire for such in it’s home space.

Art today can be and is expressed in many different medias and with many different messages and many different levels of quality. What we usually think of as art for residential environments is an intellectual ( hopefully ) expression of beauty and emotion.

I like to think of art as the spices and herbs of residential interior design which give it flavor, ambiance, and personality as well as beauty and good design.

The art we select for our homes is a reflection of our intellect, emotions, tastes, life styles, and character.

Our tastes ( what we choose ) for our interiors designs is like water in that it always finds, settles, and stays at it’s own level.

Works of art today sell for up to about half of a billion dollars. I cannot afford to spend that much money for art in my house, and I am supposing the same is true for most of you who read this blog. However, there is no excuse for anyone to not have works of art in their home environment because of finances.  From pictures in periodical publications to posters to local artists to galleries to international auctions, there is always some thing available for any budget for anyone who seriously wants works of art for their home.

When selecting and purchasing works of art, let the intellectual level and aesthetic level determine it’s artist merit.

Food for thought.