{"id":4410,"date":"2016-09-05T17:08:20","date_gmt":"2016-09-05T21:08:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dawnbanning.com\/newsblog\/?p=4410"},"modified":"2016-12-06T20:36:08","modified_gmt":"2016-12-07T01:36:08","slug":"nesting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.dawnbanning.com\/newsblog\/nesting\/","title":{"rendered":"Nesting"},"content":{"rendered":"

Nature\u2019s vibrant colour emerges with autumn upon us.<\/h4>\n

In the gentle hush of fall, light softens as daylight shortens. Crickets chirp as the busy hum of summer fades to the quiet rhythm of fall.<\/h4>\n

\"DSC03117\"<\/a>\u00a0Autumn 8×10 oil on board.<\/h4>\n

In Canada, focus shifts from outdoor to indoor pursuits. Garage sales pop up as houses are purged. Nature\u2019s influence is ever present when homes are \u201cspruced up\u201d and refreshed.\u00a0This time of year, dwellings often undergo home improvements in preparation for winter.<\/p>\n

My Auntie Beth lovingly called it \u201cnesting\u201d<\/h4>\n

.\"DSC07087\"<\/a>“Winter Trail” 20×24 oil on canvas<\/h4>\n

Fall is also the season when artist\u2019s studio phones ring non-stop.<\/p>\n

\u00a0In recent weeks over half a dozen clients all in the midst of reno\u2019s have been actively seeking art and advice. Projects range from new builds and major renovations, to minor ones. I commend them for including art collection in a renovation budget, too often art is an afterthought.<\/h4>\n

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\u00a0A few tips in preparing your space & adding to your collection.<\/h4>\n