This week, we’re thrilled to welcome featured Ballard Designs artist Anne Bohne to the show to discuss her creative journey, the inspiration behind her coastal and Southern landscapes, and how she translates hand‑painted art into textiles and home decor.

Anne shares the inspiration behind her techniques (why she loves watercolor for its immediacy and acrylic for looser washes), ways to collect and live with art, and playful ideas—like painted mats and wrapped frames—that make artwork feel personal and playful in a home.

Key Takeaways:

- Watercolor is forgiving and portable; acrylic on raw canvas or Birch board yields lively effects.

- Layer florals with geometric or block motifs for balance—look to antique textiles for inspiration.

- Start collecting with what delights you (prints included); rotate art through rooms to refresh a space.

- Painted mats, fabric‑wrapped frames, and bespoke framing add playful, personal touches.

What You’ll Hear on This Episode:

00:00 Welcome & Introductions

01:00 Meet Anne Bohne — background & early influences

02:30 College show that launched her career

04:00 Working in textile/surface design with Beth Lacefield

07:00 Favorite mediums: watercolor, acrylic, and Birch board

11:00 Translating art into repeat patterns and fabric

15:00 Landscapes, light, and color inspirations from the Southeast

20:00 Animal portraits—joyful, looser watercolor sketches

24:00 Collecting art: university shows, prints, and commissions

30:00 Size, scale, and framing (floater frames, painted mats)

36:00 Current color & pattern trends: terracotta, muddy greens, florals vs. geometrics

43:00 Creative framing ideas and DIY touches

49:00 Nurseries, commissions, and how art grows with a family

55:00 Where to find Anne’s work & follow her

Also Mentioned:

- Anne Bohne on Instagram: @annebohneart

- Anne Bohne’s website & shop: annebohneart.com (originals, prints, commissions)

- Shop Anne’s Exclusive Art Collection with Ballard: https://bit.ly/3LbXarZ

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Happy Decorating!

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