This Portland Artist Recreates Landscapes on Reclaimed Wood
Mishal Omar — May 23, 2016 — Art & Design
Portland-based artist Cathy McMurray sells her reclaimed wood artwork on the website Etsy and manages to capture beautifully charming nature scenes in her work.
Each piece of art takes the shape of a circle as it is painted onto sliced trees, allowing for a rustic and unique backdrop to showcase the beautiful landscapes painted on. McMurray's reclaimed wood artwork mostly focuses on surreal interpretations of the natural world -- including a deer in the woods, a serene moonlit pond and several mountain landscapes.
Her charming reclaimed wood artwork has already resulted in partnerships with popular brands such as Urban Outfitters. With her creative platform and inspiring, surrealist landscapes, the artist manages to invoke a sense of wonder in her work that would be difficult for most to achieve.
Each piece of art takes the shape of a circle as it is painted onto sliced trees, allowing for a rustic and unique backdrop to showcase the beautiful landscapes painted on. McMurray's reclaimed wood artwork mostly focuses on surreal interpretations of the natural world -- including a deer in the woods, a serene moonlit pond and several mountain landscapes.
Her charming reclaimed wood artwork has already resulted in partnerships with popular brands such as Urban Outfitters. With her creative platform and inspiring, surrealist landscapes, the artist manages to invoke a sense of wonder in her work that would be difficult for most to achieve.
Trend Themes
1. Reclaimed Wood Decor - The trend focuses on creative reclaimed wood artwork decor options to fill in eco-conscious and unique furniture spaces.
2. Sustainable Art Partnertships - Artists partnering with eco-friendly brands to create a partnership of sustainable art, design and fashion.
3. Small Business Etsy Success - Small and artisanal businesses finding success through providing handmade and original artwork on online platforms, like Etsy.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Companies involved in eco-conscious and unique furniture options that would incorporate creative reclaimed and recycled artwork options.
2. Art & Design - Artisanal partnerships with eco-friendly brands to create sustainable art pieces for innovative home design options that are both beautiful and functional.
3. E-commerce Platforms - Providing support to small and artisanal businesses in creating an online platform to market and sell their handmade and original creative artwork.
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