Eyre Tarney Wall Art: Artist Collection & Original Works

Okay so I’ve been totally obsessed with Eyre Tarney’s work lately and honestly it started because a client asked me about adding some of her pieces to their living room and I went down this rabbit hole. Like I spent three hours one night just scrolling through her collection when I should’ve been watching that new Netflix show everyone’s talking about.

The Thing About Eyre Tarney’s Style Nobody Tells You

So first thing you gotta know is that her work isn’t like those mass-produced canvas prints you see everywhere. The textures are actually insane when you see them in person. I ordered two pieces to test them out for a project and when they arrived I was like oh okay this is totally different than the website photos suggested. The brushwork has this really visible quality that photographs just don’t capture properly.

Her color palettes are super specific too. Like she uses these muted earth tones mixed with these unexpected pops of rust or deep teal and it shouldn’t work but it does? I’ve been trying to figure out how to describe it to clients and the best I can come up with is like if a French countryside met California desert vibes. Which sounds pretentious when I write it out but whatever it’s accurate.

Original Works vs Prints – What You’re Actually Getting

This is where it gets interesting because there’s like three tiers to her collection and the pricing is all over the place depending on what you‘re looking at:

• Original paintings – these are the one-of-a-kind pieces and they’re gonna run you anywhere from $800 to $4500 depending on size
• Limited edition prints – usually runs of 50 or 100, signed and numbered, around $200-$600
• Open edition prints – unlimited quantities, most affordable at $75-$150

I actually bought one of the limited editions for my own apartment last month because I couldn’t justify an original for myself right now but wanted something special. The print quality is really good though like you can see the texture of the original brushstrokes replicated in the printing process which is cool.

How to Tell What You’re Looking At

This confused me at first because her website organization is kinda all over the place. If you see a piece listed with edition numbers like “24/100” that’s your limited edition. Originals will specifically say “original acrylic on canvas” or whatever medium she used. And the open editions usually just say “fine art print” without any numbering mentioned.

Wait I forgot to mention the paper quality thing. So I spilled coffee on one of the print samples I ordered – not like deliberately obviously I’m not a monster – but it actually didn’t absorb into the paper the way regular prints do. She uses this archival cotton paper that’s got some kind of coating I think? My client’s toddler also touched one with sticky hands and it wiped clean so that’s a real world durability test right there.

Sizing and Space Planning Because That’s Always the Hard Part

Okay so this is gonna sound weird but I’ve developed this whole system for figuring out what size Tarney piece works in different spaces. Her work has this presence that’s bigger than the actual dimensions if that makes sense.

For a statement wall in a living room you’re probably looking at her larger pieces which go up to like 48×60 inches. But here’s the thing – even her medium sizes around 24×36 can hold their own because of how she composes the pieces. There’s usually one focal point that draws your eye so it doesn’t feel small even if it technically is.

I had this client with a really awkward hallway space and we went with three of her smaller 16×20 prints in a horizontal line and it completely transformed the area. Sometimes you gotta think outside the “one big piece over the sofa” approach you know?

The Collections I Actually Recommend Starting With

Her “Coastal Abstracts” series is probably the most versatile if you’re not sure what direction to go. I’ve used pieces from this collection in everything from modern farmhouse style homes to really contemporary spaces. The neutrals work with basically any color scheme.

But if you want something with more personality the “Desert Bloom” collection is insane. More color, more movement, more dramatic. I put one of these in a dining room last fall and every single person who walks in comments on it. It’s got these coral and terracotta tones mixed with sage green that just works.

Oh and another thing – her “Urban Landscapes” series is really underrated. These are more architectural and geometric but still have that organic hand-painted quality. Perfect if you’re working with a more masculine space or someone who thinks they don’t like abstract art.

Actually Buying the Pieces – The Process

So her main website is the primary source but she also works with a few galleries. I’ve bought directly from her site twice now and from a gallery once. The gallery experience was fine but honestly more expensive because they add their markup obviously.

When you’re buying originals she usually has them available for immediate purchase but sometimes pieces are marked as “available on commission” which means she’ll create something custom in that style. I did this for a client and it took about 6-8 weeks but we got exactly what we needed size and color-wise.

Shipping is where you gotta pay attention. The prints ship rolled in tubes which is standard and pretty affordable. Originals ship stretched on frames in custom crates and that shipping cost can be like $200-$400 depending on size and where you’re located. Nobody warns you about that upfront.

Framing Options That Don’t Look Basic

Okay this might be controversial but I almost never frame her prints with glass. The texture and matte finish looks better without the glare in my opinion. I use simple wood frames in natural oak or black depending on the piece and space.

For her originals on canvas I usually do a floater frame. It’s that style where the canvas sits inside the frame with a gap around it so you can see the painted edges. Her edges are always finished nicely so it’s worth showing them off.

My cat knocked over one of her framed prints last week – heart attack moment – but it was totally fine because I use the lightweight frames with that sawtooth hanger setup. Which is good because I definitely don’t trust my hanging skills enough for heavy duty wire systems honestly.

Price Negotiations and Sales Because We’re All Thinking It

So here’s the deal with pricing. The open edition prints are basically fixed price and you’re not gonna negotiate those. Limited editions sometimes go on sale during holidays – I’ve seen 15-20% off during Black Friday and end of year sales.

For originals there’s sometimes wiggle room especially if you’re buying multiple pieces. I had a client who bought three originals at once and the gallery took like 10% off the total. But you gotta ask because they won’t just offer it.

She also does this thing occasionally where older collection pieces get marked down when she’s making room for new work. Sign up for her email list because that’s how you’ll hear about those sales first. I got one of her pieces for 40% off last spring that way.

Caring for the Work Long Term

This is actually way easier than you’d think. The prints don’t need anything special except keeping them out of direct sunlight which would fade any art over time. I have one in a room with south-facing windows and I just made sure it’s on the opposite wall.

Originals are acrylic based mostly so they’re more durable than oil paintings. No special humidity requirements or anything weird. I did ask her directly about varnishing once and she said her originals come with a protective finish already applied so you don’t need to do anything extra.

Dusting is literally just a dry microfiber cloth every once in a while. Don’t use any cleaners or water. That’s it.

Mixing Her Work With Other Artists

This is where I’ve experimented the most honestly. Her pieces play really well with photography which surprised me. I did a gallery wall recently with two of her smaller abstracts mixed with black and white landscape photos and it looked way more cohesive than I expected.

She also pairs nicely with more graphic minimalist work if you want contrast. Like I put one of her organic flowing pieces next to a really geometric line drawing and the combination was chef’s kiss.

What doesn’t work as well is mixing her with really busy patterns or other colorful abstracts unless you’re very intentional about it. Too much competing for attention you know? I learned that the hard way in a bedroom design that just felt chaotic.

The Investment Angle If You Care About That

Look I’m not an art investment advisor obviously but her work has been steadily increasing in price over the past few years. Pieces that were $1200 three years ago are now listed at $1800 for similar sizes. So if you’re thinking about it as an investment thing that’s worth considering.

The limited editions sell out pretty regularly especially the popular colorways. I tried to get one from her “Morning Light” series last year and it was already sold out in my preferred size. Had to go with my second choice which ended up being great but still.

Her originals obviously appreciate more if that’s your thing. But honestly I think you should buy what you actually love looking at not what might be worth more in ten years.

Custom Commission Process Real Talk

Did a custom commission through her for a client’s office space and here’s how it actually went down. You fill out this questionnaire about size, color preferences, mood, intended space. She sends back some rough concept sketches – like really rough just to show composition ideas.

Then she creates the piece and sends progress photos which is cool because you can see it developing. She did ask for 50% deposit upfront and the rest on completion before shipping which is pretty standard.

The whole process took about two months from initial contact to delivery. She was really responsive over email which helped because my client kept changing their mind about colors. Worth it though because we got exactly what the space needed.

One thing – she’s not gonna like recreate an existing piece exactly. The commission is more about creating something new in her style with your parameters. Some people don’t get that and expect an exact copy of something they saw which isn’t how it works.

Where Her Style Actually Works Best

I’ve placed her work in probably 15 different homes now and some patterns have emerged. Her pieces absolutely shine in spaces with natural light and neutral walls. White walls, cream walls, even light gray – all perfect backdrops.

She works surprisingly well in spaces with wood elements too. Like that mid-century modern credenza everyone has? Her work looks amazing above it. The organic shapes complement the wood grain in this really satisfying way.

Where I’ve had less success is in really traditional spaces with lots of dark wood and formal furniture. It’s not impossible but you gotta be more careful about which pieces you choose. The “Urban Landscapes” collection tends to work better in those situations.

Oh and small spaces actually benefit from her work more than you’d think. A single statement piece can make a tiny apartment feel more curated and intentional. Did this in my own place actually before I moved to the bigger apartment.

The Pieces I Keep Coming Back To

There’s this one piece from her “Ethereal Horizons” collection that I’ve recommended probably five times now. It’s got these layers of white, cream, and pale blue with hints of gold. Works in literally every space I’ve tried it in.

Another favorite is from the “Terra” series – more earthy with rust and ochre tones. This one’s perfect for adding warmth to cooler-toned spaces or complementing existing warm wood furniture.

And there’s this one unexpected piece that’s more green-focused from “Garden Memories” that I put in a bathroom once and got so many messages about. People don’t think about art in bathrooms enough honestly.

Anyway the point is her range is actually pretty wide so there’s usually something that works even for picky clients. Which is saying something because I work with some very particular people trust me.