Interiors Inspiring the Dutch Floral Series

Interiors That Inspired my Most Recent Collection

It's no secret that I love collecting interior design books and magazines (see this post for all of my prized coffee table picks). Studying current trends and how designers create timeless, elegant spaces that people can enjoy for years to come has always been pertinent in my artistic process. Understanding certain color and pattern combinations play a role not only in how we look at our homes but also in how I look at my art.

The Dutch Flower Series by CoCo Zentner is available to Purchase - 9 Watercolor Paintings of Floral Arrangements

When creating The Dutch Flower Series, I not only studied the Dutch Masters but also current interiors and palettes in order to modernize this historical subject matter. Below is a conglomeration of interiors by well-known designers, like Mark D. Sikes and Paloma Contreras, that helped influence the compositions and colors of this body of work.

Interiors That Inspired Artist, CoCo Zentner, Recent Art Collection The Dutch Floral Series

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With my upcoming collection (more on that to come 🤫!), I’ve been doing a lot of reflection on what inspires me as an artist. When I was in college, I interned for @neworleansauction during a summer stint. I would spend hours cataloguing &

A dose of chinoiserie with high gloss pink…can’t get much better than that! 💖 interior by the talented @amiecorleyinteriors

Can’t wait to show y’all this life-size commission I’ve been working on ❤️ it’s going to be quite the showstopper in its new home 💃

‘Leontine Lady’ was created specifically for International Women’s Day - depicting a strong, brave, & empowered female. The carefully thought-out pattern & palette in this painting was inspired by the chartreuse, aqua, &

Anyone else constantly daydream about having a designated home office 🙋&zwj;♀️? These blue built-ins (@benjaminmoore Blue Heather) stopped me in my Pinterest rabbit hole tracks. 💙🤍 Design by @ericabryantdesign for @kateknowleshome. Photo by @mandy

Are you shocked to hear that I’ve spent over $100 on a single paintbrush? 😮To me, any business should invest in the best materials to be successful, & art is no different.

Many people are surprised why artwork can be so expensive. And whi

Crazy to think around this time last year we were living COVID-free lives. @will_rob_ & I were in Colombia visiting two very close friends right before the outbreak, not knowing it would be the last vacation for awhile.

The colorful colonial bui

*Beautiful master bedroom designed by Mark D. Sikes featured in House Beautiful.*

‘Lilac Love’ by CoCo Zentner — ‘*Lilac Love’ by CoCo Zentner*

*Beautiful study designed by Paloma Contreras in Kips Bay NYC 2019.*

‘A Formal Fiesta’ by CoCo Zentner — ‘*A Formal Fiesta’ by CoCo Zentner*

*Love this New Orleans interior designed by Melissa Rufty - she combines color & pattern so well.*

‘All That Jazz’ by CoCo Zentner — ‘*All That Jazz’ by CoCo Zentner*

*Vibrant living room designed by Krsnaa Mehta featured in House Beautiful.*

‘Just Because’ by CoCo Zentner — ‘*Just Because’ by CoCo Zentner*

*Tropical Palm Beach sunroom designed by Allison Paladino featured in House Beautiful.*

‘From A Friend’ by CoCo Zentner — ‘*From A Friend’ by CoCo Zentner*

Suzanne Kasler's Kip Bay Showhouse in Palm Beach 2020 - Salmon Pink Walls

The Dutch Flower Series by CoCo Zentner will be available on October 15th

Our Fall Favorites:

What We Are Reading:

If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I love to discuss my favorite audiobooks & current reads. This book was by far one of the most moving books I’ve come across in 2020. I cried, I laughed, and I even dreamt about it. If you end up reading it, I’d love to know your thoughts!
For my favorite recent interior design books that have been released, you can shop them below!

What We Are Eating:

This delicious dish has become a fall delicacy in our household and keeps Will and I coming back for more every time we make it. Definitely a crowd pleaser meal (PS - if you don’t have a Dutch oven already, this is one of our favorite kitchen utensils that will last forever)!

What We Are Watching:

Thank goodness football is back and gracing our televisions or else I’d have a very unhappy husband! Other than NFL being a constant in our household, I recently had ACL surgery and am coping by finally watching Game of Thrones! I know, I’m behind the times, but wow, was I missing out!

Shop Our Favorite Fall Finds by Clicking Below:

Mark Sikes More Beautiful Book is Worth it! (Copy) (Copy)

James Farmer 'Arriving Home' Book is Beautiful And Worth Every Penny (Copy) (Copy)

Marie Flannigan "The Beauty of Home" Is an Exquisite Book to Add to Your Collection (Copy) (Copy)

The Things We Cannot Say - One of the Best Books I've Read in 2020 (Copy) (Copy)

Designing History by Michael Smith describing the Obama's Admin in the White House Interior Design (Copy) (Copy)

Cultivated by Christin - Favorite Book in 2020

Color me Floral - Fall Favorite Books in 2020

Want to know what I’m up to on the every day? Follow along on Instagram at @cocozentner_art or on my Pinterest page. I love to post what inspires me, behind the scenes of my painting process, and my pup, Maudie!

I hope the beginning of this new autumn season brings you joy, laughter, and hope!

Until next time,

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