With it's flowing lines and organic shapes inspired by flowers and natural forms, Art Nouveau (1890-1910) is a big inspiration within my work. It depicts movement and magic and harmony with surroundings.
According to the philosophy of the style, art should be a way of life. For many Europeans, it was possible to live in an art nouveau-inspired house with art nouveau furniture, silverware, crockery, jewellery, cigarette cases, etc. Artists desired to combine the fine arts and applied arts, even for utilitarian objects. Art nouveau and it's decorative style was utilised within the fairgrounds very ornate fronts.
Alphonse Mucha
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| The Seasons 1896
I love the colours that Mucha uses in his work, time after time I am drawn to girly muted pastels. I also like the fact that Mucha uses outlines within his work yet they don't appear harsh because they are also muted mocha or greys. I also like his choices of theme, for example, the months, the times of day, the seasons. All themes that conjure up numerous ideas for imagery and colour palette.
Salon des Cent 20th Exhibition (1896)
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Similar colours used within my own sampling
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