Start With Art - Cailíní Coastal x Gray Malin

I suspect most of you reading this already know of Gray Malin, but for those of you who don’t, Gray is a world-renowned fine art photographer who came to fame for his, now iconic, aerial coastal landscapes.  Gray has built an international lifestyle brand which, in addition to his art, includes three NY Times bestselling books, home décor and fashion products, a children’s furniture collection, and collaborations with dozens of iconic brands including Disney, Veuve Clicquot, Laduree, AWAY luggage, and the Beverly Hills Hotel, to name a few.

Credit: Gray Malin

I met Gray 5 years ago, while I was working in PR.  I was a huge fan of his work, and had a complete fan-girl moment when we first met, but Gray was so kind and warm and indulged me as I fired off questions about his career.  He told me how he got his start selling his art at the Melrose flea market in West Hollywood, then One Kings Lane sold his art (which was major for him at the time), and little by little he grew his business to become the empire it is today.  Gray is a wonderful and inspiring example of what you can achieve with a lot of hard work, talent and passion. 

 We have six pieces of Gray’s art in our home.  You can see a couple of our pieces styled here in my daughters’ nurseries from a past collaboration I did with Gray.  Gray asked if I would be interested in collaborating again for his Start with Art campaign – which is all about designing a space around art. Of course, I said yes!  Art is one of the most transformational accessories in a room and it doesn’t need to be hung on a wall to look amazing. 

Check out the Gray Malin blog to see how I styled our new bar cart using Gray’s “Lady in Lilly” print from his Palm Beach collection…and Cailíní Coastal accessories, of course!

Credit: Cailíní Coastal

I’ve rounded up some of my favorite Gray Malin pieces, including some of the art we have in our own home!

NEW ZEALAND COLLECTION 

Gray just released a stunning new collection of art from New Zealand and these coastlines are absolutely breathtaking.

Credit: Gray Malin “Cape Reinga Lighthouse”

BEACH TOWELS

Yes, Gray also has Beach Towels!  I love this chic and plush Bermuda towel.

Credit: Gray Malin

CORAL CASINO COLLECTION

Gray’s work from Coral Casino in Santa Barbara (which is one of my husband’s and my favorite places on earth – we got married in Santa Barbara) might be my all-time favorite collection of his.  It’s fun and colorful and I love the vintage beach vibes.

Credit: Gray Malin “Cabana Girls”

CAPRI OUTDOOR UMBRELLA

This chic blue and white stripe Capri Outdoor Umbrella is top on my list for our new home!

Credit: Gray Malin 

Gray offers hundreds of photos from locations all over the world…literally, all over. He’s photographed every continent!  Whether it’s where you currently live, where you’re from, a place you love to visit, or a place you dream of visiting, you’re sure to find a piece that is meaningful to you.  To view Gray’s full art and product collection visit www.graymalin.com and be sure to check out his Instagram for an abundance of coastal home inspiration.  Gray’s Lake Michigan home remodel is a must-see!

Xo Meg