Christmas isn’t a season. It’s a feeling. – Edna Ferber
A decade ago we would wander past retail front windows, celebrating the holiday season and searching for Christmas art ideas. We’d make an occasion of it – bring the family or join in with friends. Today we mostly wander solo around Pinterest, interacting with strangers and seeking inspiration from those online who share a similar love of all things Christmas.
Do any of you still go out to admire the Myer and David Jones Christmas window displays? Apparently DJs in Melbourne received a thumbs down this year while Myer received much acclaim.
Whether you enjoy the artful celebrations at the shops or prefer browsing all things crafty online, we think it’s time we all brought a bit of that fancier festivity home. And nothing is more fancy and festive than a beautiful Christmas art print. The bonus is, you get to choose what style best suits your home’s interior – traditional, vintage, minimalist. Here are nine ideas to help get you into the spirit.
1. We wish you a contemporary Christmas
Not a fan of the glitz and glam? Prefer to keep it subtle? Choose a fine piece that hints at the season without being all silly about it.
SUBTLE: Not a red or a green to be seen on this refined yet colourful ‘Noel Deer’ art piece.
2. It’s beginning to look a lot like retro
We always tend to get nostalgic at Christmas, so if you loved the 60s and 70s, it’s time to own the fun with a funky retro print.
FUNKY: Look back at yesterday while celebrating today with this ‘Retro Christmas Trees’ print, wonderful for a hallway, office or teenager’s bedroom.
3. I’m dreaming of a Scandinavian Christmas
Forget that it’s Summer outside with a gorgeous Scandinavian art piece that may as well have come directly from the North Pole. Build your own Winter wonderland (without the daggy cotton wool!) in your own home.
WONDER: Let Winter cool your home with this spirited ‘Seasonal Snowfall’ print, a perfect complement to a white or beige interior.
4. Have yourself a merry minimalist Christmas
If tinsel is not your cup of tea or you really don’t understand the appeal of a plastic tree, consider purchasing a stunning, bold print that will suit your minimalist decor. Blokes will love this one too.
STARRY NIGHT: Monochrome is a minimalist’s dream at Christmas, so this ‘Christmas Stars’ artwork is the answer.
5. All I want for Christmas is flowers
Every occasion is the right occasion for flowers, so why celebrate Christmas without them? You could probably get away with hanging this almost abstract artwork all year round.
FESTIVE: If you love all things red, this ‘Christmas Petals’ piece will lavish your home with floral cheer.
6. O come all ye vintage
If you’re seeking joyful and triumphant, revive your home with old worldly art stylings. Think simple. Think French. Think festive.
BEHOLD: This ‘A Very Vintage Christmas’ art print will give your home a classic French twist.
7. Silent night, holy tradition
If you’re keen for all who visit your home to appreciate the true meaning of Christmas, consider gifting yourself a piece that reminds us of the birth of baby Jesus. Bringing this work of art out every year sure beats building your own nativity scene.
AWAY IN A MANGER: Let God’s love into your home with this powerful print ‘The Nativity’.
8. Do they know it’s inspirational?
Never again forget it’s Christmas time, with something inspirational to decorate your home or office. All you have to do is believe.
BELIEVE: Bring this ‘Something Wonderful’ print into your home to spread the wonder and magic of Christmas.
9. Merry Christmas baby
There’s no need to decorate every room in the home with Christmas cheer, but it’s important to include children. Afterall, Christmas is all about family, isn’t it? And the little ones love it the most.
CHILD’S PLAY: This ‘Christmas Eve’ piece will add hope and light to a kid’s room in the lead up to Christmas.
Expand your Christmas art collection then pack it away with the tree, ready again for next year. It’s the most festive thing you’ll ever do. Best of all, year in year out, it will never cease to impress family and friends. Even you will be surprised!
