Today's Inspiration - Rosemaling

God dag everyone! (That's "Good day" in Norwegian)

I had mentioned in my previous post about how my recent viewing of Frozen led to some new inspiration. I want to go in depth in the traditional Norwegian art called rosemaling. 

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A little background for you: Rosemaling is Norwegian for "rose painting" or "decorative painting," and the art-form is just that--traditional decorative paintings featuring roses and other flowers, as well as large "comma scrolls" and other types of filigree. There are various types of rosemaling, all named after the region of Norway from which it originated.

Probably my favorite variation is the Os rosemaling style. The following is a description of the Os style:

Typically backgrounds are white or red. Designs include geometric shapes such as cubes and squares, and architectural motifs such as churches or fine houses. Flowers, both symmetrical and asymmetrical are grouped on stems. Heavy line detail on leaves. Transparent, bright colors,and saw-toothed borders are used.

I love the bright colors and geometric shapes used for Os rosemaling, but in all honesty, it's hard to find examples of rosemaling that I don't like!

But how does this relate to Frozen? Well, other than the fact that the film takes place in a fictional kingdom in Norway, the traditional rosemaling form can be seen throughout the film! If you have yet to see it (and I really suggest you do!), watch how the snow and ice moves, especially when coming from Elsa.

I hope you've learned a little about rosemaling and the beauty of the traditional art. Do a quick search on the internet, and you'll find some gorgeous examples, even within a record-breaking Disney film! I'll leave you with two of my favorite concept art pieces from Frozen.

 If you have seen the latest Disney film, what did you think?

Gobble Gobble!

Hello friends!

I hope December finds you well and warm from the full Thanksgiving bellies. Just a little tidbit on my holiday: this year we were missing my aunt and uncle, who were visiting other family in Alabama. Instead of going all out, we just went out...to the movies!

My family and I enjoyed watching Disney's latest film, Frozen, and then went to a wonderful restaurant called The Keg. I forwent the traditional turkey dinner and opted for some delicious steak instead...and let me tell you, it was so worth it! We wined and dined, catching up with each other even though my family and I all see each other on the regular (we're a Southern family...there's always something to say!). It may not have been the traditional route, and I did indeed miss my aunt and uncle, but I have to admit it was quite nice! No cooking, no dishes, no clean-up at all...that's my kind of holiday! Plus, being out in public keeps the family from getting into arguments, haha.

My lovely Thanksgiving inspired something in me, but I'll be expanding more on it tomorrow. Meanwhile, leave me a little note below and tell me how your Thanksgiving went! What are you thankful for?