VISIBLE BRUSHSTROKES

If you read this blog frequently, you've probably noticed that I'm very partial to painting as an artistic medium. Having been trained primarily as a painter during my undergraduate studies, I have a deep understanding and appreciation for the use of paint on canvas. I'm of the opinion that painting techniques can be applied to almost any area of life, the most obvious being personal style. [Click images to enlarge.]

If I had to describe my wardrobe in one word, it would be "painterly". I enjoy the contrast between colors and textures, and arranging a composition out of multiple elements. I like to think of each outfit as a work of art!

This outfit is unmistakably painting-inspired, due to the print of the tunic. The bold primaries and visible brushstroke print evoke some of my favorite paintings which literally take the action of painting itself as their subject.

Joan Mitchell, Yves.

A very active De Kooning.

Lichtenstein's graphic take on the painter's mark.

I also wore this tunic/sweater combination in my first ever outfit post on Artfully Awear.

This is my second favorite pair of boots. My favorite green engineer boots have not yet made it onto the blog which is quite a travesty!

I'm wearing a Moth sweater from Anthropologie, Blue Tassel tunic, DKNY leggings, and Franco Sarto boots.

[painting images from stevenalexanderjournal.blospot.com, xradiograph.com, and mikeettner.com, respectively.]

THINK PINK

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this post is all about pink. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in our country. As with any cancer, early detection is key. Raising awareness is the best way to support a cause, and there are lots of ways to do so. [Click images to enlarge.]

For more information on how to get involved, visit Susan G. Komen.

Also check out the Ralph Lauren Pink Pony fund.

I'm wearing a Jil Sander chiffon dress. This is one of the only pieces in my wardrobe where I feel that wearing shoes takes away from it.

And since we're thinking pink, here are some of my favorite pink artworks:

Andy Warhol, Cow Wallpaper

John Baldessari, Person With Guitar

Willem DeKooning, Pink Angels

Donald Judd, Stacks

Coming up in November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a cause very dear to me. I'll be running in the Race for Breath in Virginia Beach on November 6. Click the link to sign up or to find other ways to get involved.

[Art images from chrysler.org, academics.smvct.edu, artnet.com, and the Hirshhorn, respectively.]