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monday moodboard 04

monday, moodboard, inspiration, art, designIt’s a brand new week! I’m slowly gathering steam and some weekday inspiration. This week’s moodboard is inspired by neutral hues and deep navy blues, all easy on the eyes and pretty to look at. Sometimes I unintentionally pin images with a similar or complimentary color palette, and I seem to have done that with these interior/home decor photos — white walls, shades of blue and honey-colored wood. Lately I’ve started being more intentional about saving color palettes that get a reaction out of me. This is one of them. I’ve also been really drawn to simple black and white works of art like these pieces from French illustrator Amélie Fontaine. Enjoy this Monday moodboard!

+ all images can be found on my pinterest here

wells street art festival recap + thoughts on the future of kate zitzer art

chicago, wells street art festival, art, painting, artiist, kate zitzerchicago, wells street art festival, art, painting, artiist, kate zitzerThank you so very much to everyone who came out to Chicago’s Wells Street Art Festival on June 11th and 12th. As usual, I was completely blown away by the positive response I received. Your enthusiasm for my art means the world to me, and I truly appreciate your support! If you’re reading this after seeing my booth at the fest, hello I’m so happy you’re here! Feel free to order from my Etsy shop, and I’m also available for custom paintings or local pick up so just shoot me an email or comment below if you’re interested.  Read More

interior inspiration | nursery

nursery, baby, gender neutral, inspiration, interiorsnursery, baby, gender neutral, inspiration, interiorstop | left | middle | right

I’m back today with an update on and inspiration for the nursery! We’ve had some major changes in this room in the last few months. We pulled up the old hardwood floors, installed carpet, replaced old baseboards and trim, installed a new window and painted the walls a creamy, neutral white called Frost by Behr. We were originally planning on painting this room a soft minty green but made a swap at the last minute. We’ve gotten some of the other big to-do’s taken care of too – purchased the dresser and changing table, put together the crib, ordered blackout shades and installed a closet organizer. It’s pretty close to being done! I can’t wait to show you the finished product in a month or so.

As far as decor, I love a mix of white, wood, grey and blue as you can see in these photos. I knew that would be the base for the room as well as a lot of natural materials in their raw state (unfinished wood shelving and handwoven baskets). I wanted the room to flow and match the rest of the house which was my main goal. From there, I searched for mint green/teal accents to make the room more gender neutral. I wanted items that would work with future babies too, regardless of their sex. We also spent a lot of time debating the whole rocker verse glider thing. Hey moms, what’s your preference?nursery, art, prints, gender neutral, inspirationFor months I’ve been on the lookout for beautiful prints that can add some bright pops of color and inspiration to our little one’s nursery. I’m sticking with a primarily light and white palette in the room but I want to bring in some pops of color and a bit of boho with the artwork and accessories. Here are a few of my favorites – I really can’t stop going back to Olivia Raufman’s Goodnight World print and Britt Bass’ Honey Calcite print! I may need to paint a few things as well!

crayons | penguin | artist | abstract | goodnight | numbers

monday moodboard 03

monday, moodboard, inspiration, artJust a little eye candy for you today from beautiful bedrooms to works of art to colorful accessories for around the home. Let’s start with these beautiful bedrooms – so many great pops of color. Just add a couple of dashes of bright yellow like that dresser or those bed linens and a room can simply come to life. I also quite love this dynamic weaving with its layers of fringe and handmade stoneware tiles, or how about this work of art titled Indigo Bloom from Greige Design? Gorgeous, right? One specific designer that is really inspiring me right now is ceramicist Anna Eaves. Her pieces are simple yet stunning. And I can never have enough unique pots for my plants! More soon. For now, enjoy this Monday Moodboard!

+ all images can be found on my pinterest here

 

2015 art festival summer season recap

kate zitzer art, painting, inspiration, art fest, chicago, ravenswood artwalkWow what a whirlwind few months! I showed my art all over the city this summer. I had such a great season and my success is owed to everyone who came by to show their support. So from the bottom of my heart thank you! Read More