sometimes, a greater impact can be made when you take things away. take art for instance — a single, simple piece of artwork can speak volumes all on its very own. its negative space can be jarring, and eye-catching all on its very own. and so affordable, too — one of something is less expensive than lots, right? i think starting small with something you truly love can be the best way to start collecting art, and if it never grows beyond that one precious piece, c’est la vie — it will speak to you, and in the end that’s all that really matters when it comes to something so subjective as art.
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Thank you, Victoria! I agree with you on simplicity!
This post has such a lovely atmosphere to it. A little darkness is so powerful.
This post couldn’t come at a better time for me. After a month long road trip in nature, I came home to a house i couldn’t stand! Too many things! I’ve spent this past week majorly decluttering and these photos are encouragement to keep going.. they are a gorgeous reminder of why LESS is more. I love what you said about the negative space around artwork. Thank you for your constant inspiration.
i’m so happy to hear that, valerie! thank you so much!
I’m commenting on this post late (just found it on pinterest!). But I couldn’t agree more with the comment above! After a lovely time away at the beach, I was so claustrophobic upon my return home. I have done the same intense decluttering. Thank you for these lovely inspirational photos!!