Dark, Moody, Mysterious Meets Optimistic, Creative Expressive

Harnessing the power of colour when done well oozes confidence and optimism. 2019 has seen a dark, moody, colour palette move into the home. Entire rooms, kitchen cabinetry and architectural features are being painted in bold, saturated forest greens, midnight blues and even black. Making a comeback too is the ’60s curve’, in the form of rounded arches, curvaceous, voluptuous furniture and organic, abstract artwork.

Cleverly matching a dark moody interior and a bold, expressive piece of art will not only add a colourful accent and focal point to a room, but the broad, gestural brushstrokes will echo the ‘curve’ seen elsewhere, ultimately making the home feel both inviting and relaxed. 
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Kirsty Black Studio: A colourful world of inventive narrative
Kirsty Black is a contemporary New Zealand abstract artist based in Maraetai, Auckland. She aims to create joyful works that engage viewer, leading them on a journey of individual interpretation. To Kirsty abstract painting is liberating and she would like it to be freeing for the audience too.

Paintings range in price from: $600 to $3000 and are available directly form the artist’s studio or from selected galleries. Commissions welcome.

Images: 
Vagabond Jaunt: A vagabond jaunt was much more her scene!

Daffodil Punch: Granny indulged, rather enthusiastically in the Daffodil Punch. It reminded her of the good old days (plus she had some help).

Buttercup Breeze: A convivial, gentle number - the perfect pre-prandial indulgence.

Rock Pool Treasure Hunt: The festivities kicked off with a good old-fashioned rock pool treasure hunt.