Becky Vizard  featured in Neiman Marcus Christmas Book...

We are beyond excited that our good friend Becky Vizard of BViz Design (see her gorgeous pillows in the post below) has been selected as designer of one of eight fantasy gifts for the Neiman Marcus 2011 Christmas Book

 see interview with Becky here

"Ever wish you could cross your arms, bat your eyes, and escape to a serene place all your own? Well, your wish is our command. Our "Dream Folly" is inspired by the classic 1960s TV show I Dream of Jeannie. Starting with a sturdy 18-foot-diameter yurt—a structure invented centuries ago by ancient Mongols—"Dream Folly" is the ideal simulation of a genie's posh bottle. The purveyor of this haven is Rainier Yurts. Founded over 100 years ago, the Seattle-based company first provided tents and camping supplies for prospectors headed north for the Alaskan Gold Rush. Today, many would agree that procuring your own "Dream Folly" is the equivalent of striking gold. The structure consists of a mixed-grain interior lattice system, a Sunbrella® exterior lining, and a plexiglass door and dome. The roof is made from vinyl-coated polyester with an acrylic top coat for extra durability. But it's the interior that goes beyond your wildest, most decadent dreams. Let's start with the pièces de résistance: a bevy of one-of-a-kind, down-filled pillows from renowned designer Rebecca Vizard. For the uninitiated, Vizard built a workshop in her rural hometown of St. Joseph, Louisiana, where she and a group of craftsmen create these plush accessories—all by hand—from the finest textiles. To give you an idea of the remarkable workmanship, artisans meticulously remove embroidery and trim from antique garments, tapestries, and scrollwork, dating as far back as the eighteenth century. These exquisite "appliqués" are then hand-embroidered onto velvet cases and accented by sequins, beading, and hand-bordered metallic galon and corded trim. In addition to the pillows, Vizard designed every detail of this space and selected colors to evoke the bubbles of a warm, soothing bath. The room's other noteworthy embellishments include linen wall coverings by Coleman Taylor Handpainted Textiles in Montgomery, Alabama, and a custom, handcrafted crystal chandelier from New Orleans-based Julie Neill Designs. Since we're in the business of granting wishes, you can choose a different color scheme and decor from the ones depicted here. But why bother? There's no improving upon perfection. Simply ask for this dream getaway, and we'll have it installed on your estate grounds in the blink of an eye. For every retreat sold, Neiman Marcus will donate $5,000 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The "Dream Folly" stands 12'5" tall with an 18' diameter. "

Ann Connelly Fine Art and BViz Design at Watkins Culver Antiques & Design in Houston...

The lovely ladies of Watkins Culver - Nelta Culver and Kim Nathan along with Becky Vizard of BViz Design.  Watkins Culver's showrooms are located in the Bissonnet/Kirby corridor of Houston and they can also be found online at www.watkinsculver.com

Beautiful antiques, BViz antique textile pillows, botanicals by gallery artist Winifred Ross Reilly and paintings by Elise Morris

Painting by gallery artist Elise Morris.  Hand blown mirror glass flowers by  gallery artist James Vella

Framed hand blown mirror glass flowers 

Framed mirror glass flowers - detail

Watkins Culver custom seating with antique Fortuny pillows by BViz and hand cut antique and
vintage paper butterflies by gallery artist Caroline Coe

The Annex at Watkins Culver - more gorgeous antiques, pillows by BViz, artwork by gallery artist Jamie Meeks

Becky Vizard of BViz Design.  

Becky scours Europe and the Near East in search of amazing antique textiles that are 

then handmade into pillows in her hometown of St Joseph, Louisiana.  Her pillows have adorned the pages and 

covers of major shelter magazines and can be found in beautiful interiors the world over. 

Check out her website:  www.bviz.com

A lovey BViz Suzani pillow

A collection of BViz Suzanis

Beautiful pink BViz Suzani pillow 

The gallery is excited to announce that we have just completed installation of the artwork for the new Renaissance Hotel at Bluebonnet. 

We were so pleased to have been selected as the art consultant to develop artwork concepts for all the major public and meeting spaces and for the opportunity to work alongside the fantastic team of Wampold Companies, Gensler Architects/Houston and Marriott Design in Bethesda.  


We invite you to stop by the hotel to experience what we believe is one of the most exciting new spaces in Baton Rouge.

This week at the gallery.....

Hand blown mirror glass flowers by gallery artist James Vella

An exhibition of works by gallery artist David Humphreys......