When you think of the 1950s and black and white film, you MUST always travel in time back to Humphrey Bogart and the American Film SUPERSTAR. He is a cultural icon, and is one of the most well known actors of all the film industry.

Ranging from pale pinks, to moody reds; none the matter they all had one thing in common. Lead!

It’s all about Dior’s New Look!!! Bouffant dresses and white gloves.

Everyone is quite aware of the Studebaker’s role in the history of the 1950s, it’s bubbly personality is all to familiar.

Here’s an example of Piet Mondrian’s famous colour blocking work, yes that’s the name of the guy who you’ve seen continuously throughout you’re life but never knew the master mind behind it. This art form was very popular during the fifties, and continues to be one of the major art styles we use today in display.

My weekly inspiration this week are the many changing colours of the leaves this coming Autumn. Every year I look forward to the vibrant reds, yellows, and plums that fill the tree lined streets of my commute. They’re a signal of my favourite foods, weather, and colours. Enjoy this Autumn!

One of the most profound inspirations in my life recently has been religion, specifically Buddhism. It has become a foundation for me to build a stable and beautiful house on. Without these guiding principles I would be a person rooted in hatred and ugliness.

Charlie Chaplin is a famous silent film star from the 1920s, his hilarious shorts brought contagious laughter to everyone who was entertained by him.

One colour I saw frequently in the 1920s and in art deco design was a deep violet, a colour that would pair flawlessly with the gold used during the time period.

An example of art deco furniture, a beautiful cabinet with extensive wood inlay and characteristic designs from 1920s.