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  1. Why Dallas Neighborhoods Flourish with Local Art GalleriesLocal art galleries are essential to Dallas neighborhoods because they make art part of ordinary public life. A familiar storefront can anchor a block, give…
  2. How to arrange a trio of paintings with asymmetryA three-painting wall can feel lively without looking accidental. The trick is to create a clear visual path between unequal works, allowing shifts in height,…
  3. A collector’s guide to works on paper in AustraliaWorks on paper bring a distinctive presence to a wall: the grain of a sheet, the pressure of a line and colours that can feel both delicate and immediate.…
  4. Bring Bold Colour into a Neutral Room with the Right ArtworkA neutral room breathes. Linen sofas, whitewashed walls, blonde timber floors and a quiet wool rug give a space the kind of easy calm that suits how many…
  5. Why a single statement piece outperforms a wall of small artWalk into any recently renovated terrace in Paddington or a new build in Brisbane's inner west, and you'll likely spot the same design dilemma playing out on…
  6. How to Tell If a Painting Is Truly Museum QualityBuying a piece of art that will anchor an interior for decades requires the same scrutiny a curator brings to an acquisition file. Museum quality is less about…
  7. Best mediums for humid bathrooms and outdoor spacesHumidity can expose weaknesses that remain hidden in a dry room. Bathrooms collect condensation, steam, splashes and temperature swings; Australian patios,…
  8. Selecting artwork that holds an open-plan living area togetherOpen-plan living areas have become the heart of the modern Australian home. From renovated Queenslanders in Brisbane to waterfront apartments in Sydney and…
  9. Why sculptural art works well on console tablesSculptural art brings three-dimensional presence to surfaces otherwise dominated by flat objects. A console table, whether tucked into a Sydney hallway,…
  10. A Designer Guide to Mixing Wood Tones in Frames and FurnitureWalk into a beautifully appointed home in Mosman or Cottesloe and you will notice something subtle at work: the timber floor, the dining table, the picture…