Entertaining with Art: Styling Your Home for Summer Gatherings

There’s something magical about summertime gatherings—the longer days, open windows, and tables filled with friends and family. As you prepare your home for hosting this season, let your art collection play a starring role. At Liza Pruitt Art, we believe art isn’t just for walls; it’s part of the atmosphere, the experience, and the story you share with your guests.


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Let Art Set the Tone

Whether you’re hosting an al fresco dinner or a casual Sunday brunch, art can instantly elevate the ambiance. Choose vibrant, sun-soaked works that reflect the season’s warmth. Think coastal landscapes, floral still lifes, and abstract pieces in bold, saturated hues. These visual cues help create a welcoming and joyful space.

Curate Your Entertaining Spaces

Focus on the rooms where guests gather: the entryway, dining area, and outdoor extensions of your home. A well-placed painting in the foyer can make a first impression, while art in the dining room or kitchen encourages conversation and connection.

Consider pairing artwork with seasonal accents—fresh blooms, rattan textures, linen tablecloths, and citrus elements. These subtle touches complement the art while reinforcing your summer palette.

Mix Modern & Classic for a Collected Look

Blend styles! When styling your home for a gathering, don’t be afraid to mix mediums and aesthetics. A vintage-inspired floral piece beside a contemporary coastal abstract adds interest and a sense of story. It’s this layered, lived-in approach that makes a home feel both sophisticated and relaxed.

Use Art as a Conversation Starter

Great art sparks great conversation. Choose pieces that have meaning to you. Whether it’s a favorite Southern artist, a painting picked up during travels, or a color palette that inspires you. Our artist spotlights often share the backstories behind the works, so don’t hesitate to pass those along when guests ask, “Where did you get this?”

Go Beyond the Walls

Artful entertaining doesn’t have to be limited to framed work. Explore ceramics, custom lampshades by Cielle Home, and decorative objects that bring personality and texture to your table and surfaces. These sculptural and functional pieces add a layered charm that guests will notice.

Final Touches

As you open your home to loved ones this summer, let your art collection be a part of the celebration. From the smallest vignette to the boldest gallery wall, every piece tells a story—and summer is the perfect season to share it.

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Explore our current collections at Liza Pruitt and find the perfect piece to bring your summer gatherings to life.