MADArt - the art of Megan Aroon Duncanson

Megan Aroon Duncanson grew up in Alaska, in a remote village without the conveniences of modern life. It was pretty cold there, she talks about how they had to cut a lot of firewood for their stove to keep warm. And as soon as she finished high school she headed for Hawaii and then Florida - because they're warm!

Art has been part of her life as long as she can remember, from drawing with a pencil to painting with a brush. She sold her art while still a student, and as a partner in her husband's home building business, but not full-time until recently.

I think it's a blessing for all of us that she now devotes herself to her art, both the creative side and the business side. Hopefully she will continue to produce more inspired artworks, as well as working to make them available to the public (us!) in the increasing variety of items with her designs that are already on the market.

Her goal is to bring happiness and joy into people's lives through art - something she's well on the way to achieving big time. Just take a look at the sample above, doesn't it make you happy?

Now, if you think these colors and designs look good as works of art, but you don't really want an art gallery in your home, how about these amazing home furnishings? This is how to really appreciate inspiring art - on useful items!

I love throw pillows and blankets. They make even the most boring old couch look like a fun place to sit, or snuggle, or relax watching TV. I might need to clear a bit of space, but these would certainly brighten up my living room!

And then there's the bathroom. Shower curtains make a huge difference in a bathroom. I have dolphins right now, but when they get old I'm going to check out these exciting possibilities. Trees would look pretty good I think!