5.16.2012

Thommy Conroy: Fabled & Hanging Art In Your Home

Some topics come up time and time again. The topic of selecting and once selected, how to hang or display art is often discussed among designers and art lovers and collectors. I thought it would be great to revisit this topic and also discuss a local artist who just had an opening, Thommy Conroy of Lawrenceville. According to his website, "Thommy Conroy lives and works in Lawrenceville. He helps people plan their parties and affairs, decorate homes and stores, and enjoy art and gardens. When he isn’t working with flowers, dressing windows, or planning galas, he makes paintings, silk screens, and practices calligraphy." In my opinion, Thommy's show last Friday at Mendelson Gallery(http://www.mendelsongallery.net/Site/Welcome.html) on Ellsworth Avenue in Shadyside was well worth a visit. The small gilded gnome sculptures were oddly welcoming and the vibrant paintings evoked a feeling of the past. I found myself getting lost in the dream-like gazes of the subjects. Any one of Thommy's paintings would be a welcome and conversation provoking piece in your home. For more on Thommy and his art, visit: http://thommyconroy.com/aboutthommyconroy.

Photos, interesting frames and works of art shouldn't be scattered throughout your home without any sense of ryme or reason. Creating a small "gallery" wall in your home is the most interesting way to hang random pieces. Break up large scale paintings or photos with smaller to medium scale items. It's also appealing when you hang various types of frames together. For instance, metal and wooden frames of any finish look interesting and create a more unique look when grouped together. For more advice on hanging Thommy's or any art and to read the blog in it's entirety, click on the following link: http://weisshouse1943.blogspot.com/2011/01/advice-for-hanging-art-and-photos-in.html. Visit our website http://www.weisshouse.com/products?cat=4 to view our collection of art (new & vintage).

Check out the photos below to view some of Thommy Conroy's work from his show at Mendelson Gallery: Fabled







1 comment on "Thommy Conroy: Fabled & Hanging Art In Your Home"
  1. Thanks for sharing the post.This post is really nice and gives so many useful ideas how to hang the picture in the right direction.We are normally confused that in which direction we have to hang the picture.Thanks for sharing such a useful post.Really nice..

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