Conjuring up creativity is important for a wide variety of professionals, including talented artists like Sue. Before she sits down to paint in her Downtown Memphis art gallery, she has a few tips and tricks to ensure she is ready and focused before dipping her paintbrush into her oil paints.... Read More »
2018 has flown by! As we look toward 2019, the new year is a wonderful time to make plans and resolutions – and also a good time to update our homes with the newest trends! Let’s take a look at some of Sue’s favorite decor ideas predicted for 2019. Local... Read More »
Creatives collide with event at Sue Layman Designs On Friday, Oct. 12, Sue and Marco Alexander teamed up for an event titled “Crossing Grounds,” to spotlight their artistic talents. Sue, a painter, and Marco, a musician and designer, brought together Memphians from different walks to the Sue Layman Designs art... Read More »
Sue has an amazing talent of creating thought-provoking pieces of abstract art. Each work tells a story and conveys a wide range of emotions through her distinctive use of colors and patterns. Now, for the first time, Sue is selling prints of her paintings on her website. Talk about an... Read More »
Every painting artist Sue Layman Lightman creates tells a story. The Downtown Memphis art gallery owner uses empowering brilliant colors and daring geometric shapes to express her inner thoughts and feelings. The result? Beautiful contemporary masterpieces like “Hand of God,” which was one of the very first oil paintings that... Read More »
The South Main Arts District in Downtown Memphis began hosting South Main Trolley Nights nearly two decades ago. The last Friday of every month, music fills the streets and stores, and art galleries and small businesses stay open late to celebrate the tradition, offering discounts, drinks and food specials to... Read More »
Colors are IN, so 2018 spring decor is more vibrant than ever! As seasons change, so do trends. Do you want to add more color to your home this year? Let’s look at how we can reflect the budding inspiration of spring in our own homes this season. Accent pillows,... Read More »
Every host dreams of having a lavishly decorated house that their guests will talk about at every gathering in the future. What if I told you that there is a way to have the best table decor that won’t break the bank? The thing I loved about decorating trends in... Read More »
When shopping for art for your home or office, there are several factors to consider. Details like brush strokes that capture a mood, colors that complement the space, and a size that is proportional to a wall are important considerations when searching for the perfect statement piece. However, even after... Read More »
Can you believe it? Sue Layman Designs is celebrating its 10th anniversary! A little over a decade ago, Sue decided to downtown in search of a more creative environment. When trying to decide what to do with the first floor of the three-story townhouse, Sue thought it would make for... Read More »