We are all just getting back to work and resettled from the exciting West Coast Art & Frame Show in Las Vegas. It was a fabulous show, with terrific turn out! We all had a great time seeing many of our customers from around the world and meeting new clients.
While we were there we heard several recurring “wishlist” themes from show attendees. Keep reading for the Top 5 most-requested image categories being specified by our clients.
COASTAL – Although sailing continues to be a strong theme, clients are looking for a fresh take on this timeless seascape category.
- “Sail Away” by Lisa Ridgers
- “Turning The Tide” by Liz Jardine
- “Into The Distance” by Randy Hibberd
FLORAL – With the approach of Spring, many people are looking for fresh florals, particularly with a watercolor feel.
- “Fresh Aire II” by Sarah Stockstill
- “From My Garden” by Liz Jardine
- “Glory Days” by Jill Martin
LODGE – Rugged and Rustic are the buzz words for this earthy category.
- “Ponies in the Mist” by Liz Jardine
- “Young Buck” by Liz Jardine
- “Row Boats” by Joseph Cates
METALLICS – While gold is making a big comeback, silver and bronze are also strong.
- “City Nights” by Liz Jardine
- “Tidal Wave in Bronze” by Liz Jardine
- “Liquid Silver” by Liz Jardine
NEUTRALS – After years of heavily-trending vibrant colors, neutrals are very strong.
- PHAX-136_ALT_BlackGrayCream by KC Haxton
- OSTO-421_ALTCROP_GoldTanSilver by Sarah Stockstill
- PHIB_105_ALT_GrayCreamGold by Randy Hibberd
All in all, we had a great tradeshow, and are already busy channeling all the valuable market info and customer requests into exciting and trend-forward new imagery and color palettes, so stay tuned!
If you are a member of the trade and would like information on becoming a Third & Wall member and accessing our online collections, please contact us or call us at 1-206-443-8425 or toll-free at 1-877-326-3925. Our fax number is 1-206-441-4299.
If you are not a member of the trade, please email us to find a retailer near you, or visit our showroom at 312 Ninth Avenue N., Seattle, WA 98109. Our showroom is open to the public.