indie art and design - directory + blog for australian independent artists, designers + craftspeoplehttp://www.indie.com.au/atom/feed2008-07-22T01:22:12+10:00version 1http://www.indie.com.au/post/indie+community/groups+events/openings+exhibitions/version+1.html2008-07-24T09:37:35+10:002008-07-24T10:18:46+10:00stripeycat
We first discovered Sydney-based artist & designer Claire Suzy Stannard when she exhibited her contemporary jewellery & accessories at Hope Street Markets back in May. We were impressed then, and we're thrilled now to announce that Claire is having a solo exhibition titled 'Version 1' at Gallery Adagio (Glebe) in September. indie art & design is proudly sponsoring 'Version 1' & looking forward to posting an artist feature closer to the date!
Claire Suzy Stannard has always been fascinated with the flawlessness of geometric art & the purity of the etherial Platonic Form, eternal & beyond the reach of the mundane world of error and compromise. Her recent work explores the ideals of balance and symmetry in modern design. Displayed in 2- and 3-dimensions, Claire's work uses a variety of media including wood, perspex & recycled materials (commonly created then discarded by modern society) to create sculptures & wall-pieces that invite the viewer to partake of the geometric aesthetic.
The result is a playful exploration that resembles part 70s sci-fi movie set, brutalist forms from the old soviet block and some 1950s modernism for good measure.
'Version 1' opens on Friday 19th September, from 6pm - 9pm & continues until 6th October at:
We're already looking forward to the opening! (These images look fantastic, so I can't wait to see more of Claire's work on show...)
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We first discovered Sydney-based artist & designer Claire Suzy Stannard when she exhibited her contemporary jewellery & accessories at Hope Street Markets back in May. We were impressed then, and we're thrilled now to announce that Claire is having a solo exhibition titled 'Version 1' at Gallery Adagio (Glebe) in September. indie art & design is proudly sponsoring 'Version 1' & looking forward to posting an artist feature closer to the date!
Claire Suzy Stannard has always been fascinated with the flawlessness of geometric art & the purity of the etherial Platonic Form, eternal & beyond the reach of the mundane world of error and compromise. Her recent work explores the ideals of balance and symmetry in modern design. Displayed in 2- and 3-dimensions, Claire's work uses a variety of media including wood, perspex & recycled materials (commonly created then discarded by modern society) to create sculptures & wall-pieces that invite the viewer to partake of the geometric aesthetic.
The result is a playful exploration that resembles part 70s sci-fi movie set, brutalist forms from the old soviet block and some 1950s modernism for good measure.
'Version 1' opens on Friday 19th September, from 6pm - 9pm & continues until 6th October at:
We're already looking forward to the opening! (These images look fantastic, so I can't wait to see more of Claire's work on show...)
]]>designer bunnies for charityhttp://www.indie.com.au/post/indie+products/homewares/ornamental/designer+bunnies+for+charity.html2008-07-22T23:00:44+10:002008-07-22T23:35:52+10:00stripeycat
Throughout July, Melbourne's Husk boutiques are celebrating the beginning of the new season with a SPRING BUNNY EXHIBITION! 30 curious critters have been specially "dressed up" by friends of Husk including Willow, Kate Cebrano, Easton Pearson, Bouvier and Michi Girl. (I first spotted Michi Bunny dressed up to the nines in one of Michi Girl's afternoon emails. Michi Bunny is a vision in pink ruffles, complimented by pearl earrings.)
Bunnies all dressed up by Jasmin Wall of Husk (left), Michi Girl (centre) and artist Matt Eddelbuttel (right).
I don't know how you'd choose from so many personalities! However, artist Matt Eddelbuttel's creation (pictured above) certainly caught my attention. I just love his little hat!
EP Bunny by designers Easton Pearson - available through silent auction at Husk.
The bunnies are on display throughout July in the three Husk boutiques - located in Melbourne City, Toorak & Albert Park. They are availble to purchase through a silent auction - so you'll have to visit your bunny regularly to make sure he/she will be coming home with you!
Konnichi Wa Husk Bunny by designer Brigid McLaughlin - available through silent auction at Husk.
Look! Konnichi Wa Bunny by designer Brigid McLaughlin has her very own wooden Japanese sandals... too cute! I wonder how she can hop in those?
Driving Miss Bunny by artist David Bromely - available through silent auction at Husk.
The Spring Bunny exhibition is being held in support of the Cup Half Full charity which helps young people in need. Proceeds from the sale of the 30 fashionable friends will assist Husk in placing 30 kids through the Cup Half Full program which provides an accredited barista training course and follow up work experience. So when you bid on your favourite bunny, you are also supporting a very worthy cause!
So hop to it & bounce into Husk to admire these one-of-a-kind creations & maybe choose one to be your own! Husk is located at: Melbourne - 176 Collins St, ph. 03 9663 0655 Toorak - 557 Malvern Rd, ph. 03 9663 0655 Albert Park - 123 Dundas Pl, ph. 03 9690 6994 ONLINE - www.husk.com.au
Love Tattoo Bunny made by Stacey, friend of Husk - available through silent auction at Husk.
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Throughout July, Melbourne's Husk boutiques are celebrating the beginning of the new season with a SPRING BUNNY EXHIBITION! 30 curious critters have been specially "dressed up" by friends of Husk including Willow, Kate Cebrano, Easton Pearson, Bouvier and Michi Girl. (I first spotted Michi Bunny dressed up to the nines in one of Michi Girl's afternoon emails. Michi Bunny is a vision in pink ruffles, complimented by pearl earrings.)
Bunnies all dressed up by Jasmin Wall of Husk (left), Michi Girl (centre) and artist Matt Eddelbuttel (right).
I don't know how you'd choose from so many personalities! However, artist Matt Eddelbuttel's creation (pictured above) certainly caught my attention. I just love his little hat!
EP Bunny by designers Easton Pearson - available through silent auction at Husk.
The bunnies are on display throughout July in the three Husk boutiques - located in Melbourne City, Toorak & Albert Park. They are availble to purchase through a silent auction - so you'll have to visit your bunny regularly to make sure he/she will be coming home with you!
Konnichi Wa Husk Bunny by designer Brigid McLaughlin - available through silent auction at Husk.
Look! Konnichi Wa Bunny by designer Brigid McLaughlin has her very own wooden Japanese sandals... too cute! I wonder how she can hop in those?
Driving Miss Bunny by artist David Bromely - available through silent auction at Husk.
The Spring Bunny exhibition is being held in support of the Cup Half Full charity which helps young people in need. Proceeds from the sale of the 30 fashionable friends will assist Husk in placing 30 kids through the Cup Half Full program which provides an accredited barista training course and follow up work experience. So when you bid on your favourite bunny, you are also supporting a very worthy cause!
So hop to it & bounce into Husk to admire these one-of-a-kind creations & maybe choose one to be your own! Husk is located at: Melbourne - 176 Collins St, ph. 03 9663 0655 Toorak - 557 Malvern Rd, ph. 03 9663 0655 Albert Park - 123 Dundas Pl, ph. 03 9690 6994 ONLINE - www.husk.com.au
Love Tattoo Bunny made by Stacey, friend of Husk - available through silent auction at Husk.
"DESIGN DEMYSTIFIED: Inspiration Uncovered" is a window installation which can now be seen at Kids in Berlin (North Melbourne). The installation is part of PROJEKTA 57, a "mini festival" of PopUps involving five independent Melbourne galleries/shops in Victoria St. PROJEKTA 57 is a part of the Melbourne International Design Festival, and the other PopUps are at Bamakko, Famous When Dead, Lumbi, and designloop.
For DESIGN DEMYSTIFIED: Inspiration Uncovered, four Melbourne designers have created elements of their workspace within the Kids in Berlin window, accompanied by Matt Solomon's photographic exhibition of the designers' studios. The installation features some of our indie faves: Angela White (Sew Your Own), Liz Jones (Betty Jo Designs), Anna Blandford (Anna Laura), and Madeleine Beatty (Madz has Runaway). Peep into the KIB window to catch a snapshot of each designer's studio - their tools of trade, favourite materials and the miscellaneous articles they surround themselves with to inspire and influence their creative journey.
You can even meet Liz, Anna, Madeleine & Angela in person at in store "Meet the Designer" demos! Details are as follows:
Friday 18th July, 3-6pm: Madz has Runaway
Saturday 19th July, 2-5pm: Betty Jo Designs
Friday 25th July, 3-6pm: Anna Laura
Saturday 26th July, 2-5pm: Sew Your Own
I'm a big fan of all four labels, & I think it would be a wonderful opportunity to gain a little more insight into the efforts, techniques, individuality & inspiration behind these indie businesses... So if you're in Melbourne, make sure to get along to Kids in Berlin sometime between now and Sunday 27th July! As many of you probably know, KIB is a fantastic boutique, and is well-known for stocking indie labels. Owner Jenny Sabine says "that the DESIGN DEMYSTIFIED: Inspiration Uncovered window intallation fits beautifully with the aim of Kids in Berlin to promote and support emerging independent designers". Kids in Berlin is located at 472 Victoria St, North Melbourne, 3051.
Special thanks to Liz Jones for sending through the window pics!
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"DESIGN DEMYSTIFIED: Inspiration Uncovered" is a window installation which can now be seen at Kids in Berlin (North Melbourne). The installation is part of PROJEKTA 57, a "mini festival" of PopUps involving five independent Melbourne galleries/shops in Victoria St. PROJEKTA 57 is a part of the Melbourne International Design Festival, and the other PopUps are at Bamakko, Famous When Dead, Lumbi, and designloop.
For DESIGN DEMYSTIFIED: Inspiration Uncovered, four Melbourne designers have created elements of their workspace within the Kids in Berlin window, accompanied by Matt Solomon's photographic exhibition of the designers' studios. The installation features some of our indie faves: Angela White (Sew Your Own), Liz Jones (Betty Jo Designs), Anna Blandford (Anna Laura), and Madeleine Beatty (Madz has Runaway). Peep into the KIB window to catch a snapshot of each designer's studio - their tools of trade, favourite materials and the miscellaneous articles they surround themselves with to inspire and influence their creative journey.
You can even meet Liz, Anna, Madeleine & Angela in person at in store "Meet the Designer" demos! Details are as follows:
Friday 18th July, 3-6pm: Madz has Runaway
Saturday 19th July, 2-5pm: Betty Jo Designs
Friday 25th July, 3-6pm: Anna Laura
Saturday 26th July, 2-5pm: Sew Your Own
I'm a big fan of all four labels, & I think it would be a wonderful opportunity to gain a little more insight into the efforts, techniques, individuality & inspiration behind these indie businesses... So if you're in Melbourne, make sure to get along to Kids in Berlin sometime between now and Sunday 27th July! As many of you probably know, KIB is a fantastic boutique, and is well-known for stocking indie labels. Owner Jenny Sabine says "that the DESIGN DEMYSTIFIED: Inspiration Uncovered window intallation fits beautifully with the aim of Kids in Berlin to promote and support emerging independent designers". Kids in Berlin is located at 472 Victoria St, North Melbourne, 3051.
Special thanks to Liz Jones for sending through the window pics!
Midnight Morning - a limited and handcrafted publication combining the distinct work of Haline Ly, Matt Huynh and Will Loeng.
TONIGHT is the launch of exciting new book + exhibition "Midnight Morning". We first discovered the talented Matt Huynh & his alter ego STiKMAN Comics through the Hope Street Markets back in June 2007. I love his experimental graphic novels - he has produced sooo many great artworks (which have appeared on all sorts of things - from clothing & magazines to tattoos & vinyl toys), and is also represented by the Jacky Winter Group. Matt has collaborated with fellow members of the Popperbox collective of Sydney-based artists, Haline Ly and Will Loeng, to produce a new & never-before-seen illustration series celebrating shared experiences of love and devastation.
"Midnight Morning represents the fruition of a long standing personal ambition to work alongside two of my favourite artists on a fiercely independent, self-initiated project. My admiration for both Haline Ly and Will Loeng's insightful work has only intensified since my exposure to their profound artistic ethos has guided this exploration of affirming themes, new techniques and illustrative styles beyond my individual reach." - Matt Huynh.
I'm really looking forward to seeing more work by Haline Ly and Will Loeng... Haline was born in Suresnes in France and migrated to Australia in 1986. Her work is full of colour, characters & critters and she also sells selected artworks, toys & badges through her online store www.claretduskymoonpie.com.
Will has taken part in collaborative exhibitions including From Here, Sincerely (2007), Extra Cheeese (2007), Copy Cats 2 (2007) and Fields of Conversation (2007). He is inspired by the delicacy of Art Nouveau and his works have also appeared in shop windows and interiors, magazines, websites, clothing, posters and an upcoming album cover. (For which band, I wonder?...)
The Midnight Morning book is also available from www.popperbox.com/midnightmorning for AUD $40. It features a hand-pressed dust jacket cover, 15 mini-posters, measures 280x280mm and is beautifully printed onto 325gsm paper stock.
To commemorate the release of the book, Midnight Morning will be launched with a concurrent show at Rococo Productions' warehouse exhibition space. For one night only, original artwork from the book wil be displayed and will be available for sale alongside a selection of the artists' other artwork, books & prints. All three artists will be there to meet us fans, discuss their work & sign editions of the book.
Midnight Morning - a limited and handcrafted publication combining the distinct work of Haline Ly, Matt Huynh and Will Loeng.
TONIGHT is the launch of exciting new book + exhibition "Midnight Morning". We first discovered the talented Matt Huynh & his alter ego STiKMAN Comics through the Hope Street Markets back in June 2007. I love his experimental graphic novels - he has produced sooo many great artworks (which have appeared on all sorts of things - from clothing & magazines to tattoos & vinyl toys), and is also represented by the Jacky Winter Group. Matt has collaborated with fellow members of the Popperbox collective of Sydney-based artists, Haline Ly and Will Loeng, to produce a new & never-before-seen illustration series celebrating shared experiences of love and devastation.
"Midnight Morning represents the fruition of a long standing personal ambition to work alongside two of my favourite artists on a fiercely independent, self-initiated project. My admiration for both Haline Ly and Will Loeng's insightful work has only intensified since my exposure to their profound artistic ethos has guided this exploration of affirming themes, new techniques and illustrative styles beyond my individual reach." - Matt Huynh.
I'm really looking forward to seeing more work by Haline Ly and Will Loeng... Haline was born in Suresnes in France and migrated to Australia in 1986. Her work is full of colour, characters & critters and she also sells selected artworks, toys & badges through her online store www.claretduskymoonpie.com.
Will has taken part in collaborative exhibitions including From Here, Sincerely (2007), Extra Cheeese (2007), Copy Cats 2 (2007) and Fields of Conversation (2007). He is inspired by the delicacy of Art Nouveau and his works have also appeared in shop windows and interiors, magazines, websites, clothing, posters and an upcoming album cover. (For which band, I wonder?...)
The Midnight Morning book is also available from www.popperbox.com/midnightmorning for AUD $40. It features a hand-pressed dust jacket cover, 15 mini-posters, measures 280x280mm and is beautifully printed onto 325gsm paper stock.
To commemorate the release of the book, Midnight Morning will be launched with a concurrent show at Rococo Productions' warehouse exhibition space. For one night only, original artwork from the book wil be displayed and will be available for sale alongside a selection of the artists' other artwork, books & prints. All three artists will be there to meet us fans, discuss their work & sign editions of the book.
Felt & Ceramic Nesting Owl Eggwarmers by OMA available from moose: art for living for AUD $22 each.
moose: art for living is celebrating it's 2nd birthday! It doesn't seem all that long ago we were congratulating them on turning one... To celebrate, Moose have given us an extra special exclusive discount code which will enable you to recieve 15% OFF everything in the store, including the new category Space, which is all about artful things for living and working areas. Ok, ready? The code is: indiemoose.
The offer is valid from now until the end of Monday July 15th, so why not pop over now to http://www.shopmoose.com.au!
Curved Fish Pendant (Silver) and Arched Abstract Pendant (Brass) by E&D Metallic, available from moose: art for living for AUD $44 each.
While we're on the subject of birthdays, I'd like to sing out a big HAPPY BIRTHDAY to meet me at mikes who turned 3 not long ago, Tabitha Emma who herself turned 22 a few weeks ago, in.cube8r who are having 1st birthday celebrations in store tomorrow (Sat 12th July, 7pm-10pm, all welcome!) and finally a Happy 1st Bloggiversary to Betty Jo's Lino Forest blog. Best wishes to all!
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Felt & Ceramic Nesting Owl Eggwarmers by OMA available from moose: art for living for AUD $22 each.
moose: art for living is celebrating it's 2nd birthday! It doesn't seem all that long ago we were congratulating them on turning one... To celebrate, Moose have given us an extra special exclusive discount code which will enable you to recieve 15% OFF everything in the store, including the new category Space, which is all about artful things for living and working areas. Ok, ready? The code is: indiemoose.
The offer is valid from now until the end of Monday July 15th, so why not pop over now to http://www.shopmoose.com.au!
Curved Fish Pendant (Silver) and Arched Abstract Pendant (Brass) by E&D Metallic, available from moose: art for living for AUD $44 each.
While we're on the subject of birthdays, I'd like to sing out a big HAPPY BIRTHDAY to meet me at mikes who turned 3 not long ago, Tabitha Emma who herself turned 22 a few weeks ago, in.cube8r who are having 1st birthday celebrations in store tomorrow (Sat 12th July, 7pm-10pm, all welcome!) and finally a Happy 1st Bloggiversary to Betty Jo's Lino Forest blog. Best wishes to all!
On tonight is the book launch of The Weekend Artist by local Sydney artist Gerard Smith, better known as "the guy in the art store". If you're in Sydney, why not join the celebrations at:
The Weekend Artist is full of projects designed to release your inner artist. It gives you just enough technical information to create contemporary, achieveable works that would be a bold addition to any home. Gerard has kindly answered a few of our questions to give us some insight into the process of getting published!
I 1. How did the book come about?
GS When I decided to study graphic design, I scored a part-time job at Oxford Art Supplies in Darlinghurst. After a while I began to notice that there was a demand from customers for simple projects that they could do in a weekend and no be embarrassed to hang on their wall. I started to draw up some basic projects and it sort of went from there.
I 2. So how did you get the deal?
GS I literally rang Murdoch books out of the blue and asked them the process involved in getting a book published. They in turn sent me a list of requirements which was quite in-depth. I gave myself two months to put together a proposal, which involved developing more projects, writing sample text and designing the format. I really want to stress that I didn't get this deal through any connections - I come form the least artistic family in the world. If you have the desire to do something you can always make or find your own breaks.
I 3.What was the process like?
GS It was fun, but exhausting. Each project has step-by-step photographs, so I had to make up about 3-4 prototypes for each project because the photographer obviously can't wait for paint to dry. I really enjoyed writing even if some of my more slightly risque puns were cut out by the editor. I did manage to get the word 'piss' (as in piss off) in there which I was quite proud of. I had this silly thing in my head where I wanted to be the first 'how-to' book with a swear word in it!
I 4. What's it like to see your book on the shelf?
GS The first time I went to find the book I went into Borders and asked the assistant did they 'have a book called The Weekend Artist, by some guy called Smith, I think' - I was too embarrassed to tell her it was my book. She said they had one in stock and we went to the shelves to find it. It wasn't there, so she did some more research and told me that it had been stolen! I took that as enormous compliment. I figure if it's good enough to steal, then it's good enough to buy!
I Thanks so much Gerard & all the best for the book launch tonight! Fingers crossed for The Weekend Artist going platinum... can books do that? You'll find copies of Gerard's shiny new book (AUD $34.95) on the shelves of quite a few Australian bookstores, including Oxford Art Supplies (Chatswood & Darlinghurst, Sydney & ONLINE).
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On tonight is the book launch of The Weekend Artist by local Sydney artist Gerard Smith, better known as "the guy in the art store". If you're in Sydney, why not join the celebrations at:
The Weekend Artist is full of projects designed to release your inner artist. It gives you just enough technical information to create contemporary, achieveable works that would be a bold addition to any home. Gerard has kindly answered a few of our questions to give us some insight into the process of getting published!
I 1. How did the book come about?
GS When I decided to study graphic design, I scored a part-time job at Oxford Art Supplies in Darlinghurst. After a while I began to notice that there was a demand from customers for simple projects that they could do in a weekend and no be embarrassed to hang on their wall. I started to draw up some basic projects and it sort of went from there.
I 2. So how did you get the deal?
GS I literally rang Murdoch books out of the blue and asked them the process involved in getting a book published. They in turn sent me a list of requirements which was quite in-depth. I gave myself two months to put together a proposal, which involved developing more projects, writing sample text and designing the format. I really want to stress that I didn't get this deal through any connections - I come form the least artistic family in the world. If you have the desire to do something you can always make or find your own breaks.
I 3.What was the process like?
GS It was fun, but exhausting. Each project has step-by-step photographs, so I had to make up about 3-4 prototypes for each project because the photographer obviously can't wait for paint to dry. I really enjoyed writing even if some of my more slightly risque puns were cut out by the editor. I did manage to get the word 'piss' (as in piss off) in there which I was quite proud of. I had this silly thing in my head where I wanted to be the first 'how-to' book with a swear word in it!
I 4. What's it like to see your book on the shelf?
GS The first time I went to find the book I went into Borders and asked the assistant did they 'have a book called The Weekend Artist, by some guy called Smith, I think' - I was too embarrassed to tell her it was my book. She said they had one in stock and we went to the shelves to find it. It wasn't there, so she did some more research and told me that it had been stolen! I took that as enormous compliment. I figure if it's good enough to steal, then it's good enough to buy!
I Thanks so much Gerard & all the best for the book launch tonight! Fingers crossed for The Weekend Artist going platinum... can books do that? You'll find copies of Gerard's shiny new book (AUD $34.95) on the shelves of quite a few Australian bookstores, including Oxford Art Supplies (Chatswood & Darlinghurst, Sydney & ONLINE).
]]>eco art competitionhttp://www.indie.com.au/post/indie+community/competitions/eco+art+competition.html2008-07-10T01:27:03+10:002008-07-10T01:31:52+10:00stripeycat
We're very excited to spill the beans on a brand new fashion mag about to launch right here in Australia! Peppermint Magazine is all about "fashion for a better-looking world". Fair trade, organic, vintage, sustainable, locally produced, recycled, responsibly-made or environmentally-friendly: it's all a step in the do-good direction... Peppermint Magazine is on a mission to bring you both local & international fashion, footwear, jewellery, art, design & culture - as long as it's fresh, cool and green!
Each issue, one of our very own feature interviews will be printed on those peppermint-flavoured recycled pages!! It probably won't actually be flavoured but it will be a free quarterly publication & we'll tell you much more when the first issue launches later this month... Right now, however, you're invited to enter Peppermint Magazine'sECO-ART competition. A different eco-art theme will be announced each issue and THEME ONE is: "When one tugs at a single thing in nature, one finds it attached to the rest of the world".
The top three entries will be printed in the next issue and the winners also receive some cool prizes including organic tees from Kowtow (NZ), clothing from Fully Stoked and bags & badges from Ooid (NZ)! Entries need to measure 260mm x 400mm vertical at 300dpi & the deadline for theme one is Monday 14th July. For more details, visit www.peppermintmag.com and stay tuned for more minty goodness!
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We're very excited to spill the beans on a brand new fashion mag about to launch right here in Australia! Peppermint Magazine is all about "fashion for a better-looking world". Fair trade, organic, vintage, sustainable, locally produced, recycled, responsibly-made or environmentally-friendly: it's all a step in the do-good direction... Peppermint Magazine is on a mission to bring you both local & international fashion, footwear, jewellery, art, design & culture - as long as it's fresh, cool and green!
Each issue, one of our very own feature interviews will be printed on those peppermint-flavoured recycled pages!! It probably won't actually be flavoured but it will be a free quarterly publication & we'll tell you much more when the first issue launches later this month... Right now, however, you're invited to enter Peppermint Magazine'sECO-ART competition. A different eco-art theme will be announced each issue and THEME ONE is: "When one tugs at a single thing in nature, one finds it attached to the rest of the world".
The top three entries will be printed in the next issue and the winners also receive some cool prizes including organic tees from Kowtow (NZ), clothing from Fully Stoked and bags & badges from Ooid (NZ)! Entries need to measure 260mm x 400mm vertical at 300dpi & the deadline for theme one is Monday 14th July. For more details, visit www.peppermintmag.com and stay tuned for more minty goodness!
Local Perth designers will be making their mark this year with the launch of two exciting new designer markets: Made On The Left (which is on this weekend!), and Perth Upmarket (being held in September).
The lineup for both markets is looking great - there is a long list of designers who will have stalls this Saturday (12.7.2008) at Made On The Left and the lineup for Perth Upmarket is growing every day it seems!
Enthusiasm for handmade crafts & locally designed products is bubbling over in Perth. There are already lots of gorgeous retail boutiques, but up until now there has been a distinct lack of markets specifically for designers' products. It looks will be following hot on the heels of established design markets in other states such as Hope Street Markets (Sydney) & Rose Street Artists Market (Melbourne).
To get a feel for the market mood in Perth, I quizzed a selection of organisers & stallholders... I asked DARA CLEMENS (of Made On The Left): "Made On The Left was founded by a number of Perth designers. How did you find each other & what motivated you to to launch the Made On The Left market?"
"The Made on the Left committee is made up of Sarah, Jacquie, Ali J, Rosanna and myself. We met on the Perth forum thread at Etsy.com and setting up a designer art and craft market along with a complimentary website came up in conversation. To make a long story short we came together to make it happen!
"Open Mines", a triptych by Dara Clemens depicting the open cut mines that are spreading like wild fire throughout WA. Each canvas measures 255×255mm and the work will be availble at Made On The Left Market for AUD $200.
Between the 5 of us we have an amazing variety of skills and have managed to do everything from the press releases (5 different local papers and hopefully a few state ones this week), poster design (Ali J and Jacquie for graphic and Jacquie put the whole thing together), administration (forms, liaison with venue etc) and promotional distribution (leg work around town plus a whole lot of emailing).
Our motivation...I guess we all feel that Perth desperately needs more avenues in which local designers, artists and crafters can display and sell their wares. And that it would be great to have a website that brought together information from around WA, an easy link between sellers and those interested in buying either as an individual or retail."
JUSTINE BARSLEY is responsible for launching Perth Upmarket. The Market will make its debut on Sunday September 14th at the Perth Town Hall. She is looking forward to making it a regular event, so Perth shoppers are in for a treat! (You can also keep up-to-date with Upmarket happenings at their blog). Justine is also the talented work-at-home-mum behind the label Oli B Designs & makes limited edition kids wear such as the funky little bibs pictured above. I asked Justine: "Having moved to Perth just 2 years ago, what do you think is unique about the Perth design scene? How will this be reflected in the Perth Upmarket?"
"Having only moved to Perth two years ago I have found that there are lots of creative people, but they can be a bit hard to find. What I think is unique about Perth is the diverse mix of creative people and the openness of designers to work together. Whilst there are a few quality annual events, Perth has lacked a quality market where designers can showcase their designs on a regular basis and encourage repeat business. Perth Upmarket will bring Perth's talented artists, craftspeople, designers, stylists and gourmets all under one roof."
I also asked a few of the stallholders, "What are you most looking forward to with the launch of the new markets?" BETH WACHLA who creates the friendly, creepy faces above & below for her label The Tiny Little Girl answered:
"I'm most looking forward to meeting fellow indie designers and sharing our hard work with the lovely people of Perth. I think the markets are a sign that Perth is moving forward in having our own identity on the Australian art scene, and that’s a really great thing."
You simply can't go past felt skulls when they're this cute - I feel like jumping on a flight just to grab one for myself next weekend! I'm sure there will be many, many to choose from, but my favourites from the photos above would have to be the orange skull with white moustache hairclip and the blue pin cushion with the white sad face skull. Which ones do you like the best?
LISA MAX is a designer who will have a stall at both upcoming designer markets in Perth. She makes the gorgeous animal cushions pictured above, and answered my question as follows:
"Everything! Designing and selling things is a completely new experience for me and I am not quite sure what I'm doing yet... I'm very much looking forward to meeting other designers and craftsters to see how they work and hear about their ideas and experiences."
ALI J (Alicia Rosam) is a freelance illustrator. She creates products based on her gorgeous & very distinctive illustrations of characters with red rosy cheeks & wild crazy hair. She answered my question as follows:
"This is such a difficult question as I don't have enough fingers to contain my excitement at being able to display my work at these new events. I think what I am most looking forward to is meeting new people and finding some subjects who I can use in future illustrations. I am also looking forward to being inspired and challenged by fellow designers and proud to see how much of the public will come out and support independent handmade design."
Felt Skull Badges by The Tiny Little Girl. I thought these guys should have the last laugh...
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Local Perth designers will be making their mark this year with the launch of two exciting new designer markets: Made On The Left (which is on this weekend!), and Perth Upmarket (being held in September).
The lineup for both markets is looking great - there is a long list of designers who will have stalls this Saturday (12.7.2008) at Made On The Left and the lineup for Perth Upmarket is growing every day it seems!
Enthusiasm for handmade crafts & locally designed products is bubbling over in Perth. There are already lots of gorgeous retail boutiques, but up until now there has been a distinct lack of markets specifically for designers' products. It looks will be following hot on the heels of established design markets in other states such as Hope Street Markets (Sydney) & Rose Street Artists Market (Melbourne).
To get a feel for the market mood in Perth, I quizzed a selection of organisers & stallholders... I asked DARA CLEMENS (of Made On The Left): "Made On The Left was founded by a number of Perth designers. How did you find each other & what motivated you to to launch the Made On The Left market?"
"The Made on the Left committee is made up of Sarah, Jacquie, Ali J, Rosanna and myself. We met on the Perth forum thread at Etsy.com and setting up a designer art and craft market along with a complimentary website came up in conversation. To make a long story short we came together to make it happen!
"Open Mines", a triptych by Dara Clemens depicting the open cut mines that are spreading like wild fire throughout WA. Each canvas measures 255×255mm and the work will be availble at Made On The Left Market for AUD $200.
Between the 5 of us we have an amazing variety of skills and have managed to do everything from the press releases (5 different local papers and hopefully a few state ones this week), poster design (Ali J and Jacquie for graphic and Jacquie put the whole thing together), administration (forms, liaison with venue etc) and promotional distribution (leg work around town plus a whole lot of emailing).
Our motivation...I guess we all feel that Perth desperately needs more avenues in which local designers, artists and crafters can display and sell their wares. And that it would be great to have a website that brought together information from around WA, an easy link between sellers and those interested in buying either as an individual or retail."
JUSTINE BARSLEY is responsible for launching Perth Upmarket. The Market will make its debut on Sunday September 14th at the Perth Town Hall. She is looking forward to making it a regular event, so Perth shoppers are in for a treat! (You can also keep up-to-date with Upmarket happenings at their blog). Justine is also the talented work-at-home-mum behind the label Oli B Designs & makes limited edition kids wear such as the funky little bibs pictured above. I asked Justine: "Having moved to Perth just 2 years ago, what do you think is unique about the Perth design scene? How will this be reflected in the Perth Upmarket?"
"Having only moved to Perth two years ago I have found that there are lots of creative people, but they can be a bit hard to find. What I think is unique about Perth is the diverse mix of creative people and the openness of designers to work together. Whilst there are a few quality annual events, Perth has lacked a quality market where designers can showcase their designs on a regular basis and encourage repeat business. Perth Upmarket will bring Perth's talented artists, craftspeople, designers, stylists and gourmets all under one roof."
I also asked a few of the stallholders, "What are you most looking forward to with the launch of the new markets?" BETH WACHLA who creates the friendly, creepy faces above & below for her label The Tiny Little Girl answered:
"I'm most looking forward to meeting fellow indie designers and sharing our hard work with the lovely people of Perth. I think the markets are a sign that Perth is moving forward in having our own identity on the Australian art scene, and that’s a really great thing."
You simply can't go past felt skulls when they're this cute - I feel like jumping on a flight just to grab one for myself next weekend! I'm sure there will be many, many to choose from, but my favourites from the photos above would have to be the orange skull with white moustache hairclip and the blue pin cushion with the white sad face skull. Which ones do you like the best?
LISA MAX is a designer who will have a stall at both upcoming designer markets in Perth. She makes the gorgeous animal cushions pictured above, and answered my question as follows:
"Everything! Designing and selling things is a completely new experience for me and I am not quite sure what I'm doing yet... I'm very much looking forward to meeting other designers and craftsters to see how they work and hear about their ideas and experiences."
ALI J (Alicia Rosam) is a freelance illustrator. She creates products based on her gorgeous & very distinctive illustrations of characters with red rosy cheeks & wild crazy hair. She answered my question as follows:
"This is such a difficult question as I don't have enough fingers to contain my excitement at being able to display my work at these new events. I think what I am most looking forward to is meeting new people and finding some subjects who I can use in future illustrations. I am also looking forward to being inspired and challenged by fellow designers and proud to see how much of the public will come out and support independent handmade design."
Earlier this evening, we put all our June giveaway entries into a mixing bowl & one lucky name was drawn out... Congratulations to Jen, the lucky winner of our Yradier prize pack! Jen suggested Red Instead handmade as a label she'd like to see stocked on the virtual shelves of the Yradier online store.
A big thank you to all who entered our giveaway - I'm sure Paloma will be delighted by your suggestions & I'll hope to see some of them stocked at Yradier soon. I'll be sure to add each label to our indie art + design directory too!
By the way, I was thrilled to see that Mighty Goods spotted our post & selected Jen Hall's Tokyo Brooches to feature on their popular (US) shopping blog!
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Earlier this evening, we put all our June giveaway entries into a mixing bowl & one lucky name was drawn out... Congratulations to Jen, the lucky winner of our Yradier prize pack! Jen suggested Red Instead handmade as a label she'd like to see stocked on the virtual shelves of the Yradier online store.
A big thank you to all who entered our giveaway - I'm sure Paloma will be delighted by your suggestions & I'll hope to see some of them stocked at Yradier soon. I'll be sure to add each label to our indie art + design directory too!
By the way, I was thrilled to see that Mighty Goods spotted our post & selected Jen Hall's Tokyo Brooches to feature on their popular (US) shopping blog!
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These gorgeous creations are by Melbourne designer Monique Gaspar. She recently launched her label, Look at the Wall, after she was inspired to decorate the walls of her own boy's rooms. She's always loved craft, but working full time as a medical imaging technologist (taking X-rays), she struggled to find enough time. This project, however, expanded quickly into a home-based business which currently offers 10 limited edition designs - each one handmade from a different selection of papers so you know it's unique!
Monique chooses from a vast array of different papers such as handmade and processed papers, magazines, recycled, maps & more... (If anyone wants to find a home for their scrap papers, Monique can put them to good use!)
Monique is very flexible, and is more than happy to work with a specific colour scheme or customise an artwork with a child's name. I'm rather taken with the idea of a series of the same design - each one with different details and colour schemes. You can see above how good the different "Cheeky Monkey" designs would look hanging together.
Look at the Wall collages measure 30 x 30 x 1.2cm and come with a protective polyurethane matte varnish and a sawtooth hanger ready to be hung on your wall. They will surely delight little minds with colours, textures & happy animal friends. Each step of the process has been handmade with love - from initial drawing, to cutting & sanding the wood, then choosing & cutting the paper designs and assembling the collage. Monique likens choosing the complimenting colours to picking out clothes, and considers this the hardest part - not all colours go together!
Cats on a Fence & Hungry Hippos children's wall art by Look at the Wall
Each children's wall art collage is available for AUD $120, from the Look at the Wall web site, and from the following stockists:
These gorgeous creations are by Melbourne designer Monique Gaspar. She recently launched her label, Look at the Wall, after she was inspired to decorate the walls of her own boy's rooms. She's always loved craft, but working full time as a medical imaging technologist (taking X-rays), she struggled to find enough time. This project, however, expanded quickly into a home-based business which currently offers 10 limited edition designs - each one handmade from a different selection of papers so you know it's unique!
Monique chooses from a vast array of different papers such as handmade and processed papers, magazines, recycled, maps & more... (If anyone wants to find a home for their scrap papers, Monique can put them to good use!)
Monique is very flexible, and is more than happy to work with a specific colour scheme or customise an artwork with a child's name. I'm rather taken with the idea of a series of the same design - each one with different details and colour schemes. You can see above how good the different "Cheeky Monkey" designs would look hanging together.
Look at the Wall collages measure 30 x 30 x 1.2cm and come with a protective polyurethane matte varnish and a sawtooth hanger ready to be hung on your wall. They will surely delight little minds with colours, textures & happy animal friends. Each step of the process has been handmade with love - from initial drawing, to cutting & sanding the wood, then choosing & cutting the paper designs and assembling the collage. Monique likens choosing the complimenting colours to picking out clothes, and considers this the hardest part - not all colours go together!
Cats on a Fence & Hungry Hippos children's wall art by Look at the Wall
Each children's wall art collage is available for AUD $120, from the Look at the Wall web site, and from the following stockists:
]]>entries close monday!http://www.indie.com.au/post/indie+community/promotions/entries+close+monday.html2008-06-29T00:32:49+10:002008-06-29T00:32:49+10:00stripeycat
A reminder to all our readers that entries for our June Giveway from Yradier close this MONDAY! (30.6.2008) We have some great prizes by Australian designers innocentgirl (Andrea Innocent), Jen Hall & Trove Designs, so don't miss out on your chance to win!
To enter the draw, all you need to do is suggest an Australian label/artist/designer you'd like to see stocked on Yradier's virtual shelves! Just leave a comment with your suggestion. (A one-word answer is enough, though if you know of a web site for your suggested label, please include it so we can all take a peek!) The winner will be announced in a few days...
Don't forget too, that Yradier is offering all indie art & design readers a 10% discount on online purchases! Simply enter the top secret discount code: indieness on the checkout page. (Offer ends 30.6.2008) Thanks again to Paloma!
A reminder to all our readers that entries for our June Giveway from Yradier close this MONDAY! (30.6.2008) We have some great prizes by Australian designers innocentgirl (Andrea Innocent), Jen Hall & Trove Designs, so don't miss out on your chance to win!
To enter the draw, all you need to do is suggest an Australian label/artist/designer you'd like to see stocked on Yradier's virtual shelves! Just leave a comment with your suggestion. (A one-word answer is enough, though if you know of a web site for your suggested label, please include it so we can all take a peek!) The winner will be announced in a few days...
Don't forget too, that Yradier is offering all indie art & design readers a 10% discount on online purchases! Simply enter the top secret discount code: indieness on the checkout page. (Offer ends 30.6.2008) Thanks again to Paloma!
Attention: New artist & designer markets! The Underbelly 08 Twilight Art Markets, will take place on Saturday 5th July at CarriageWorks (Everleigh, Sydney) as part of the Underbelly Public Arts Lab + Festival (July 3 - 13, 2008). Part band camp, part fringe festival, Underbelly brings scores of edgy, emerging and experimental artists together to collaborate, rehearse, build, workshop and create a diverse program of work. First held in 2007, the Underbelly Public Arts Lab + Festival is set to once again capture the imagination of Sydney.
From 4pm - 11pm on 5.7.2008, the CarriageWorks foyer will be transformed into a marketplace for emerging Sydney artists & designers to sell their wares. Entry to the public is free, and if you'd like to book a market stall, you'll need to be quick!
The deadline for applications is Monday 23.6.2008 - this Monday - so get typing and email markets@underbelly.com.au for further information & an application form. The cost for stallholders is $100 per stall + insurance (TBC). If you have your own public liability insurance, then it's just the $100. I'm looking forward to going myself... If you do book a stall, let me know & I'll stop by to say hello!
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Attention: New artist & designer markets! The Underbelly 08 Twilight Art Markets, will take place on Saturday 5th July at CarriageWorks (Everleigh, Sydney) as part of the Underbelly Public Arts Lab + Festival (July 3 - 13, 2008). Part band camp, part fringe festival, Underbelly brings scores of edgy, emerging and experimental artists together to collaborate, rehearse, build, workshop and create a diverse program of work. First held in 2007, the Underbelly Public Arts Lab + Festival is set to once again capture the imagination of Sydney.
From 4pm - 11pm on 5.7.2008, the CarriageWorks foyer will be transformed into a marketplace for emerging Sydney artists & designers to sell their wares. Entry to the public is free, and if you'd like to book a market stall, you'll need to be quick!
The deadline for applications is Monday 23.6.2008 - this Monday - so get typing and email markets@underbelly.com.au for further information & an application form. The cost for stallholders is $100 per stall + insurance (TBC). If you have your own public liability insurance, then it's just the $100. I'm looking forward to going myself... If you do book a stall, let me know & I'll stop by to say hello!
[weAREtheIMAGEmakers] is a not for profit online publication which promotes australian artists, illustrators, designers and photographers. The site was launched in 2005 & since then, a new issue has been published online every couple of months, each featuring interviews with some of Australia's most talented artists and photographers. The first official WATIM event was last year's 12x12 exhibition at Sydney's aMBUSH gallery and the time has come for a sequel! (WATIM also held the Grrrls group show which we posted about back in February and have supported many others.)
12x12 is back with a fresh new line-up of artists from all over the country, and WATIM is taking this visual treat to audiences in both Sydney & Melbourne. As you'll probably have gathered by now, 12 Australian artists were invited to participate, exhibiting 12 artworks created on 12"x12" canvasses. I'm looking forward to seeing the result - it promises to be impressive!
![The [weAREtheIMAGEmakers] (WATIM) 12x12 exhibition](/files/images/postimages/watim/12x12.gif "The [weAREtheIMAGEmakers] (WATIM) 12x12 exhibition")
