August 11, 2026August 14, 2026By Hudson Valley Style Magazine

The Forest Has Been Waiting for You: A Hudson Valley Nature Photo Story About Mindfulness, Wildflowers and the Pleasure of Paying Attention

A mindful hike through the Hudson Valley begins with one wonderfully simple proposition: pay attention. Let the trail decide what deserves your gaze. Let sunlight interrupt the mental chatter. Let scent become memory. Let a mushroom become interesting enough to earn five whole minutes of your life. Research around forest bathing continues to connect […]

August 11, 2026August 14, 2026By Hudson Valley Style Magazine

Wall Art That Works: Maxwell Alexander’s Fine Art Photography for Boutique Hotels, Wellness Spaces, and Private Collections

Art doesn’t decorate a room. It sets the room’s nervous system. Across boutique hotels, medical spas, wellness clinics, and private collections throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond, a single body of fine art photography is quietly redefining what hospitality wall art can do. The work of Maxwell Alexander — photographer, publisher, and Editor-in-Chief of […]

Turn Your Living into a Relaxation Oasis with These Simple Home Decor Tips - Presented by Simplida Fine Art – World's Finest Wall Art

March 20, 2022April 2, 2022By Hudson Valley Style Magazine

How to Create a Relaxing Oasis in Your Home with These Simple Home Decor Tips

How do you relax after a long day? Relax a bit at home. However, what if the ambiance or vibe of your home isn’t as inviting as it should be? Sleeping in your bedroom or cooking in the kitchen are two common choices. How do you unwind and relax? Where is your favorite spot? […]

March 11, 2022April 2, 2022By Hudson Valley Style Magazine

Do You Have Too Much Stuff? A Checklist for Your New Minimalist Lifestyle

Having too much stuff might sound like an oxymoron to some people but the reality is that too much of anything can be a bad thing. In fact, this is pretty much the central maxim of minimalism! What you learn as a minimalist, is that the more you cut back on unnecessary ‘stuff’ and […]

March 5, 2022November 12, 2023By Hudson Valley Style Magazine

How to Incorporate Therapeutic Artwork Into Your Home Décor

When you think about decorating your home, you probably picture colorful throw pillows, an array of rugs, and perhaps a bed cover or two. All those elements play a huge role in home décor, but there is another element that is just as important. How to Incorporate Therapeutic Artwork Into Your Home Décor by […]

Practical Tips for Choosing Artwork for Your Hudson Valley Office by Designer Maxwell Alexander

February 25, 2022March 5, 2022By Hudson Valley Style Magazine

Practical Tips for Choosing Artwork for Your Office by Designer Maxwell Alexander

Whether your business is a medical office, an engineering firm, or a high-tech organization, the right artwork can make the space look great. But great art does far more than just perk up your walls and cover up the empty space. Art has the power to motivate, to enlighten, and to transport – that […]

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March 21, 2021March 24, 2021By Hudson Valley Style Magazine

Helpful Home Decorating Tips for Your New York City Apartment

When making plans for a home decorating project, it is important to sit down and write down your ideas and goals. Without a plan the experience may become confusing and frustrating. There are many details to work out when planning to decorate your home such as theme, materials and intentions for the space being […]

5 Essential Steps to Choosing Wall Art – with Designer Maxwell L. Alexander

January 12, 2021January 9, 2022By Hudson Valley Style Magazine

5 Essential Steps to Choosing Wall Art – Interior Design Tips

A blank wall can be dead space, especially if you’re not going for a minimalist style. You might want your home to look homey and vibrant, and you might have already decided that the blank wall needs to be filled with some kind of art. But how do you choose the piece? Here are […]