Low Country Giclee

 I just love the Low Country of South Carolina and Georgia. I recently added this Low Country marsh giclee to my ever-growing art collection. I purchased the print on etsy, Diane Minuni. 

I only wish I was looking at this view right now.

A giclee is a technology for fine art or photograph reproduction using a high-quality inkjet printer to make individual copies.

Low Country Art, y'all!

So Happy to SEA You...

With the start of June, I was well overdue to change the door hangings, and these oyster shell wreaths are perfect for a southern summer.

Each oyster shell wreath is topped with a navy and white polka dot ribbon and bow. The navy and white say summer to me.

I also topped the real oyster shell wreath with the same blue and white polka dot ribbon.

The oyster shell wreaths are by ArtbyCynthiaKolls. I adore her art pieces from ornaments to door hangings. Each is a work of art and so well detailed.

Come SEA me, y'all!

Coastal Art {Jean McKee}

If you read Uptown Acorn regularly, you already know I love the quaint town of Ocean Springs, MS and Hillyer House located on Washington Avenue. I have been a fan of Jean McKee's coastal paintings for years and was happy to add one more of her pieces to our growing collection of Southern artists.

I adore the colors in this one --- shades of blues, browns, oranges. A swamp scene fits perfectly into my Southern, coastal lifestyle.

Here it is at night (I do love a picture light.):

From the website:
Creating realistic, bold, colorful painting is Jean McKee’s passion. Her distinctive artwork typifies the local scenes where she finds inspiration; like the serene image of a row of sailboats docked for the night or a nostalgic image of community gathering places.

In addition to original pieces, Jean does commission work for individuals, businesses, and designers. Her work can be found in many galleries along the Gulf Coast and has hung in galleries from Memphis, Jacksonville, and New Orleans. Jean has participated in more than 300 outdoor shows in the south and has been chosen to paint the poster designs for 12 outdoor festivals.

Email: jeanmcart@gmail.com

Telephone: 251-621-8867

I am a fan. I think you'd be too.

See more of her artwork in my home:

Southern Birds

Cheers to 46!

Giving Thanks for Local Artists

The Weekend That Was

See ya Later, Alligator

Two Alligators & A Palm Tree

Jean McKee, y'all!

Giving Thanks for ... {Local Artists}

New Orleans and the surrounding areas are filled with very talented artists. J & I love to support local artists, and we have filled our Uptown home with unique, one-of-a-kind, hand-painted creations from several local greats.

Thanks for Martin Welch.

Thanks for Jax Frey.

Thanks for Carol Hallock.

Thanks for Jean McKee.

Thanks for Lisa Papa.

Thanks for Rayne Housey.

Thanks for Brian Bush.

Thanks for Tehle McGuffee.

You can view more of my Giving Thanks series all November:

My Readers

My Job

The New Hazelnut

My Right to Vote

My Southern Style

Miss Ella {Book Signing}

Fresh Flowers

Our Veterans

Friends & Soirees

Acorn Door Decor

Work Anniversary

Simon of New Orleans

Bittersweet

Hearth by Nest

Thanks for Local Artists, y'all!

Giving Thanks for ... {Simon of New Orleans}

Yet another "thumbs-up" for Hazelnut, one of my favorite shops on Magazine Street. 

This evening, Yvonne Spear Perret, author of Simon of New Orleans, and Simon (pronounced sih-MOH) Hardeveld himself were signing copies of Yvonne's newest coffee table book. It was really a treat to meet Simon and hear his French accent.

If you are a New Orleanian or visitor to New Orleans, you've seen the prevalence of his signs around town. His unique style is easily recognizable. His signs are bright, colorful, and cheerful.

One of Simon's most requested sayings, "Be Nice or Leave" is one of my favorites.

You can get more copies of Simon of New Orleans at Hazelnut. If you are out of town, Hazelnutters are happy to ship. The book is perfect for anyone "who knows what it means to miss New Orleans."

I still cannot believe that with all the iconic New Orleans products I own, I do not have a Simon piece. I may have to add one to my life very soon.

You can order your copy of Simon of New Orleans, HERE.

You can view more of my Giving Thanks series all November:

My Readers

My Job

The New Hazelnut

My Right to Vote

My Southern Style

Miss Ella {Book Signing}

Fresh Flowers

Our Veterans

Friends & Soirees

Acorn Door Decor

Work Anniversary

Thanks for Simon, y'all!