When it comes to sourcing artwork and accessorizing client projects (and my own personal home), one of the first places we start sourcing decor is from small makers. We have such an appreciation for the art of handcrafted goods, and it really can level up a home from feeling like it’s filled with “things” to feel more personal and special.
Living Room from Project Crest/ Photography: Laurelwood Creative
Local Maker: Nicolas Bijan Pourfard/ Mushroom Lamp
From ceramics to textile art, to murals and investment art, sourcing small instead of the big box stores can breathe life into a space and gives the opportunity to inject personality into your home. It also opens up an opportunity for you to have a relationship with the objects and the person who made those objects, which all in all makes a home feel more meaningful. I truly enjoy meeting the maker, learning about their history, their process, and their business, and being able to make face to face contact when picking up the product.
Bedroom from Project Gregory/ Photography: Charlotte Lea
Local Artist: Karina Bania / Painting
Bedroom from Project Sitio/ Photography: Charlotte Lea
Local Maker: Upton Home /Textile canvas art/
Lucky for us, San Diego has no shortage of creative makers of all types. You can even spot some of these local creatives in some of our projects, old and new. So if you’re in San Diego and want to know a good list of local artists and makers, this is the blog post for you! Even if you aren’t in San Diego but need a home décor inspiration boost, we’ve got you covered!
1. Clay and Craft / 2. Karina Bania / 3. Mr. Blue Skye / 4. Upton Home / 5. N. Bijan Design /
6. Norden Goods / 7. Skoby Joe Ceramics / 8. Make Ceramics / 9. Betty Larkin /