Art Expert

Sep 29, 2015

Betsy Helmuth discusses the importance of art in a room, offers tips on decorating a new apartment, and choosing art and mirrors for visual interest. She answers a listener's question about framing oddly shaped art and announces a new YouTube channel and social media links.

0:00 Introduction to premium membership
1:31 Importance of art in a room
2:02 Listener question: First steps in decorating a new apartment
4:10 Choosing art and mirrors for visual interest
7:46 Not every wall needs art
9:37 Listener question: Framing oddly shaped art
14:56 Custom family portraits from Ukraine artist
17:24 Announcement of new YouTube channel and social media links
18:38 Closing remarks 

- Art should be 50 to 75 percent of the length of the furniture piece it's above for proper proportion and visual balance.
- Mirrors can be a versatile and affordable alternative to traditional artwork and should reflect something interesting in the room.
- Temporary artwork, like blown-up personal photos or Etsy commissions, can be a great placeholder until you find a more permanent, meaningful piece.

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