Journal

Laura Deane 24/10/24 Laura Deane 24/10/24

The emotional depth of Mark Rothko’s colour fields

Mark Rothko, is one of the most renowned figures in 20th-century abstract art. His signature style of large, vibrant colour fields became a powerful mode of expression, communicating profound emotional experiences through form, colour, and space. Rothko’s paintings are a journey into the depths of human emotion, and are some of the most impactful and memorable works I have ever seen in real life.

Laura Deane 31/7/24 Laura Deane 31/7/24

Discovering the Pioneering Spirit of Hilma af Klint

A trailblazer in abstract art, predating the likes of Wassily Kandinsky, Kazimir Malevich, and Piet Mondrian. A deep dive into the life and work of Swedish artist Hilma af Kilnt.

Laura Deane 21/3/23 Laura Deane 21/3/23

An art buyers guide to collecting

Starting to collect art can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Ultimately, the art you choose for your own home has to speak to you alone – but to find art that really works with your interiors, can be tricky. And in my opinion, until the art is hung at the end, a space just doesn’t feel finished. Here are some tips to help you get started:

Laura Deane 14/12/22 Laura Deane 14/12/22

Arts and Crafts: A return to the well made and handcrafted

The Arts and Crafts movement from 1866 – 1910 rejected modernity in favour of a romantic revival of medieval and folk aesthetics and traditional hand made techniques. Its impact was far reaching, and it continues to influence craftsmen and interior designers to this day. I did a deep dive into the history recently and have shared a few key learnings here.

Laura Deane 31/10/22 Laura Deane 31/10/22

Drummoyne Apartment: New Styling Work Notes

I recently did some styling work for my friends Carla and Craig Waghorn from Design Artistry on a recently completed apartment renovation they did. Then it was just up to me to add the finishing touches for the photoshoot. Here I share notes on my styling process and list all the objects and sources I used.

Laura Deane 30/5/22 Laura Deane 30/5/22

How to define your interior style

For me, style is a creative story in a visual form. It's a visual representation of what I like, what's meaningful to me and how I feel. This definition is true for both fashion and interiors, and other creative forms too.

Simply put, style is the expression of what you like. So that begs the question, what does style mean to you? Let’s figure it out…

Laura Deane 18/3/22 Laura Deane 18/3/22

Notes on colour psychology

Whether you are completely redecorating or looking to make a small change in your home, choosing the right colour scheme can be very difficult - especially when you want different rooms to create different moods.

The bedroom, for example, should make you feel calm and relaxed, where as the dining room should make you feel more lively and sociable.

Here I break down 6 different colours and what they each mean.

Laura Deane 4/11/21 Laura Deane 4/11/21

How to choose the right wallpaper for your home

I am of the belief that there is a wallpaper design out there for everyone, and every home and it shouldn’t be something to shy away from. Here, I share all things wallpaper, with a few easy tips and tricks to keep in mind to help you transform a plain boring room into a dramatic style statement.

Laura Deane 30/9/21 Laura Deane 30/9/21

Flamingo, Ma and Gossip: Notes from my desk this month

I’m always on the hunt and looking for perfect gifts to buy, great places to eat, and under-the-radar brands to shop. So when it comes to what’s new or the cool and obscure, I often turn to my friends and colleagues for their advice and brilliant recommendations. Moving forward, each month, I am going to share the top three things I am currently loving, including the books I’m reading, clothes I’m buying, the films I’m watching, and the voices I’m listening to. Click through to read more.