Earthy, Elegant, Sophisticated… the 2025 Color of the Year
How My New Botanical Art Complements Behr’s “Rumors”
As an artist inspired by the natural world, I’m thrilled to share my latest collection of botanical paintings that beautifully align with Behr’s 2025 Color of the Year, “Rumors.” This rich ruby red, with its grounding brown undertones, is making waves in design and decor for its elegance, warmth, and timeless appeal. Let’s explore how this trending hue enhances my artwork and why it’s the perfect addition to your space
The Allure of "Rumors"
According to Behr’s vice president of Color and Creative Services, Erika Woelfel, “Rumors reflects a new wave of optimism and freedom to express.” This sophisticated red isn’t just bold; it’s versatile, offering an aura of luxury and status while remaining approachable. Its nostalgic nod to ’90s aesthetics has been reimagined for modern interiors, making it a standout choice for accent walls, furnishings, and yes—original artwork.
Wendy Jacob from House & Home describes “Rumors” as delivering “a deep charge of energy” while remaining tempered enough to feel comforting and livable. Imagine the visual pop this hue can bring to a cozy home office, dining room, or living space, either as a wall color or through curated elements like art. As Behr’s research highlights, small pops of red catch attention and create a sense of cohesion and elegance.
Warm, inviting, Deep Reds in My Botanical Paintings
In my new series of botanical paintings, I’ve used soft, neutral palettes with accents of deep reds like burgundy, merlot, and paprika. These tones not only harmonize with trending dark red but, also enhance its warm and inviting character. Each piece is crafted with natural materials and techniques, such as layering floral, leaf, and fern images to create depth and movement. The result is artwork that feels alive, as plants swaying gently in the breeze.
Here are some highlights from the collection:
Double Take, an original botanical painting by M. Burger. This matted and framed artwork features layered floral and fern images in wine, burgundy, cream, white and grey.
“Double Take”: This framed piece features layered floral and leaf designs in wine, burgundy, and golden cream tones. Its ‘double exposure’ effect adds depth, making it a captivating focal point for any room.
Breezy Burgandy Botanical (Original mixed-media painting, 15” x 17.5” framed in a contemporary minimal black frame. A small pop of red in a room catches viewers’ attention and makes a space feel more elegant and cohesive.
“Breezy Burgundy Botanical”: This serene mixed-media artwork captures the gentle sway of nature in motion. Layers of translucent leaves emerge in soft golds and deep burgundy hues, evoking the feeling of a light breeze passing through a quiet garden. The use of botanical forms creates a delicate interplay between light and shadow, highlighting the fleeting beauty of the natural world. This original piece, with its ethereal atmosphere, is ideal for bringing a touch of nature-inspired tranquility into any space. Signed by the artist, the artwork measures 15" x 17.5" and is ready to bring an organic sense of calm to your home or office.
Fern Fantasy: A modern semi-abstract botanical mixed-media painting
Fern Fantasy, a contemporary, semi-abstract painting with a harmonious blend of deep red, soft pink, purple, warm brown, and muted blue captures the ethereal beauty of ferns and delicate foliage. Created on paper, this art work incorporates layers of paint, printmaking techniques, and pastel for a textured, dream-like quality. The overlapping leaves and botanical shapes blur into one another, evoking a sense of movement and depth, as though the plants are bathed in filtered forest light. This framed piece offers a subtle infusion of color that complements contemporary, rustic, or eclectic interiors, enhancing spaces with its organic and calming presence.
Botanical Art and Trending Reds, such as Rumors Make the Perfect Pair
Nature-inspired art has a timeless quality that complements any interior style, from contemporary ecclectic, minimalist Japandi to modern farmhouse. Adding touches of rich, earthy red to botanical art amplifies its beauty, creating a balance between bold expression and soothing design. As Sarah Fishburne from The Home Depot notes, “Today’s consumer is past latching onto everyone else’s style…” and ready to embrace hybrid expressions of individuality. My artwork aims to do just that, offering pieces that resonate personally while enhancing a room’s aesthetic.
Discover More on My Website
I’ve designed this collection to coordinate effortlessly with trending colors like “Rumors,” but these pieces are just the beginning. On my website, you’ll find a range of botanical and abstract works, each created to bring joy, harmony, and inspiration into your home or business. Whether you’re looking for a statement piece or a subtle accent, there’s something for everyone.
Bring Original Art Into Your Space
With its luxurious ruby undertones and endless versatility, the trending color is an invitation to transform your surroundings. Pair it with my botanical art to create a space that feels elegant, grounded, and uniquely yours. View more art on my website to explore the collection and see how these pieces and other paintings can elevate your interior design.
Let’s embrace the beauty of nature and the boldness of exciting new color palettes together!