Not all artists’ paintings tell a story, but most of the abstract pieces I create at the art gallery do. They are usually based on things I’ve experienced – past and present, or things that I perceive for the future. When I painted this abstract piece two years ago, I... Read More »
For those who do not understand the purpose behind abstract art pieces, like those at my art gallery, the works may seem to be too busy, too colorful, too…abstract. Because of this, I’ve made it my mission to help everyone grasp the beauty behind each and every painting! Understanding... Read More »
Living in a city like Memphis that strives to help those in need, makes finding charitable organizations to give back to an easy task – and one that I enjoy immensely. Whether I am donating a painting for an auction, giving away a portion (or all) of the proceeds from... Read More »
Cold temps have you down? Me too. Being stuck inside for the winter months doesn’t have to be a drag, though. Any room can be transformed into a place that brings excitement and joy. Think of all the man caves in the world that are filled with memorabilia from favorite... Read More »
While I love to visit with excited homeowners looking for the perfect piece to put above their mantle, I also enjoy helping business owners brighten up their work spaces with my abstract pieces. Liven up bare walls with colorful abstract oil paintings from Memphis’s downtown abstract art gallery. Paradise Café... Read More »
To some, abstract art may seem like colors randomly thrown onto a canvas, but to artists and those who appreciate the craft, it is so much more. Sue Layman’s art gallery isn’t just filled with abstract art, it’s filled with stories. In Sue’s own words: “Every piece of abstract art... Read More »
Tips on livening up your home New Year’s resolutions: lose weight, eat healthier, spend more time with family, read the Bible more…the list goes on and on. But, what about your home? Doesn’t it deserve a New Year’s resolution, too? Of course it does! Livening up your space doesn’t have... Read More »
Two little elves visited Sue Layman Designs art gallery last month to bring holiday cheer to South Main! Santa’s helpers, Sarah and Murray, decorated the art gallery’s storefront for the Downtown Memphis Commission’s Window Wonderland Storefront Decorating Contest. With Sue’s creative direction, the duo used the window as their canvas... Read More »
Aside from creating beautiful pieces of art, Sue enjoys giving back to the community. One of her favorite organizations is Ballet Memphis, a group that has created, presented and taught the art of dance for more than 25 years, and Sue recently had the opportunity to host a fundraiser for... Read More »
The holidays are right around the corner, which means it’s time to start checking those holiday gifts off your list! Original artwork can be a wonderful gift to give, especially a piece by a local Memphis artist chosen especially for your loved one. Maybe you have a family member who... Read More »