White (Niagara Falls Obscured by Mist) 2006. Lightbox and filters. This piece re-creates the light at a moment when the falls was obscured by its own mist.
Sunset (South Texas) 2003. Fluorescent lights, filters. This piece recreates the exact color and intensity of the sunset on June 21st 2003.
William Forsythe: Three Atmospheric Studies. 2005. These lights, based on a Cranach painting in the sky, were used in the second act. Other lighting schemes were based on Turner and Newton. Light installation for the Forsythe Dance Company. Frankfurt, Germany. Fluorescent lights and filters.
West (Sunset in my Motel Room) 2007. 9 channel synchronized video installation with 9 TV monitors. This piece imitates the natural illumination of the fading evening sun by means of the light projected from a group of video monitors reflecting off a white wall. Each of the nine monitors stacked in rows of three, cycles through thirty stills from the film The Searchers, the images dissolving into a new set of stills once a minute.
Night Sky, Over The Painted Desert. 2004. Dimensions variable, Eighty-five light fixtures and 401 incandescent lamps. The light fixtures represent the molecules of a pigment mix (4 different pigments) that matches the color of the night sky over the Painted Desert, AZ. Installation at the Whitney Museum.
‘Moonlight’ and ‘Moondust’ installations at Venice Biennale 2009. Moonlight – installation of colored filters in the windows. Green, blue, and yellow window panes create patterns of light that move across the floors as the sun shifts. Moondust – light sculpture of incandescent bulbs that hang from the ceiling. Images viahere.
Orion 2008. Painted glass globes and LED’s. 17 painted glass globes creating a map of the main stars in the Constellation ORION.
Spencer Finch was born in New Haven, Connecticut in 1962. He lives and works in Brooklyn creating art and installations using a variety of different media. His installations record the invisible world, capture specific moments in time and use scientific data as the basis for his lyrical art.
Just look at some of the pieces I’m showing you here. His ‘Composition in Red and Green’ uses Isaac Newton’ study of gravity and optics. ‘Abecedary’ is based on Nabukov’s therory of a coloured alphabet applied to Heisenberg’s uncertainly principle – what does that even mean?! Either way it looks so incredibly beautiful and poetic. Not to mention his ‘Sunset’ fluorescent lights & filters installation which recreates the exact color and intensity of the sunset on 21st June 2003 in South Texas. Crazy!
Mr Finch, you are one interesting character. Your art and your way of viewing the world ignite a curiosity and a sense of wonder in me. Would you like to come over for dinner one night? I make a mean pasta, just ask my friend Ben.
Sunlight in an Empty Room (Passing Cloud for Emily Dickinson) 2004. 100 fluorescent lights, filters, clothespins. This work re-creates the effect of a passing cloud in Emily Dickinson’s back yard in Amherst, Massachusetts, based on an August afternoon. The bank of three types of fluorescents generates a simulation of the daylight, and the hanging filters of the “cloud” shift the color and intensity of the sunlight to replicate the shadow cast by a cloud.
Sky (Over Coney Island) 2004. Balloons, Helium and String. Installation at Miami Beach. These balloons (a specific violet balloon inside a cobalt balloon, inflated to 23cm) precisely re-create the color of the sky over coney island on one November day.
Composition in Red and Green. 2000. Apples, carpet, motor, wood, and Plexiglas. An homage to Isaac Newton, this piece drops red apples every five minutes from a motorized chute hanging from the ceiling. Among other things, this installation is an exploration of two subjects to which Newton devoted considerable study; gravity and optics.
Abecedary (Nabukov’s Therory of a Coloured Alphabet Applied to Heisenberg’s Uncertainly Principle) 2004. Ink and watercolour on paper. Used Nabokov’s system of a colored alphabet to transliterate 9,251 characters from Heisenberg’s Uncertainty Principle text. Ummm… WHAT? Anyway, it’s pretty.
Shades of Blue. 2008. Ink on Paper.
Walden Pond (Morning Effect) 2007. Paper collage consists of varied hues of the water and ice from twenty different spots on the shore of Walden Pond. Each of the colors were matched to a Monet Painting. The images are annotated with the time of day the color was noted, the location from which the observation was made and the direction of the gaze.
A few month ago now, I was at a dinner party with a bunch of close friends. We had a lot of fun and, as is the case with all good dinner parties these days, we ended up watching a few YouTubevideos on the laptop around the table. {Insert eye-roll here!} It’s crazy what the technology is doing to our social interaction these days, right?! As much as this is probably not a very cool thing to do, I’m so glad we did it as I got to see this amazing video which I finally decided to share with you today. It’s done it’s rounds and I’ve even seen it on TeeVee since, but I don’t care – it’s so good that, even if you’ve seen it before, it’s definitely worth watching again.
The video is of Kseniya Simonova, a Ukrainian sand animator. She was the winner of ‘Ukraine’s Got Talent’ in 2009 {I know that could potentially sound dodgy to some of you, but please stay with me}. Kseniya uses a giant light box, dramatic music, imagination and ‘sand painting’ to interpret the invasion and occupation of her country from 1941-1945 in World War II.
This performance has received almost 15 million hits on YouTube. I suggest you set 8 minutes aside to watch it as I have a feeling that you won’t regret it. It is just so beautiful and powerful that it actually made me cry. True story.
Top image – Stencil at Bondi Beach, Sydney. Bottom left – Valentines Day, stencil at Bondi Beach. Bottom right – Bondi FM stencil, Sydney.
London, Shoreditch – Paste Ups.
Marsha Meredith is a Sydney based artist who’s work focusses aroung the theme of Peter Pan life in the bubble around Sydney’s Bondi. I first came across Marsha when someone sent me the link to her facebook fanpage. Ever since then I’d been meaning to contact her to set up an interview but never quite got around to it, until Marsha e-mailed me directly with a little submission of her work. It was meant to be!
Although most of her work can be seen around Bondi, Marsha’s paste-ups have travelled the world to the cities such as New York, London, Paris and Sao Paolo. Her stencil art has graced the shop windows of Seafolly, Urban Uprising and Beach Road Hotel, the walls ofBondi FM, Bondi Beach promenade and special commissions fromSydney University to name a few.
For more information, please check out Marsha’s Flickr pageand herportfolio. You can also join her ever-popular facebook fanpage 2026for regular photography, art and music updates.
A huge thank-you to Marsha for this interview and for being a part of yellowtrace.
x dana
Images of Marsha’s stencil work on canvas.
Left – Stencil on wood. Right – Stencil on canvas.
Hello 2026, welcome toyellowtraceand thank you for taking the time to e-chat. Could you please give us a quick introduction on yourself?
I’m an artist and art director, originally English, now living in Tamarama.
When did you first decide to become an artist? Do you remember the very first piece of art you created?
I never consciously decided to be an artist, but have always had the urge to create and communicate. I painted a lot as a child, no idea what the first piece was – probably a potato print, but I remember one of my dog when I was 6 on the wall at school.
What are you seeking to portray in your work? What is fundamental to your practice – your philosophy and your process?
My work to date has been about the ‘peter pan’ lifestyle in bondi where I live – and the conflict or choice between community and personal values. The next project will bring something different, but I try to communicate a truth so that the work resonates beyond the visual.
Paris, Paste Ups. ‘Street Art Without Borders’ Project.
More Paste Ups from ‘Street Art Without Borders’ project in Paris.
Can you describe your typical day of work?
My favourite days are working on my deck in the sun with the sea sparkling behind me and some good tunes on. Usually I have several projects on the go, and there’s always art to drop off or materials to collect, shoots to organize, printers, meetings, emails etc. I wake up and go to sleep with my laptop on the bed. Sadly not enough time is actually spent on good stuff.
What was one of your biggest lessons learned since starting out as an artist?
I’ve only scratched the surface, but I am discovering where the journey of non commercial creativity will take me. In contrast to my work as an art director you get to explore and express deeper and sometimes darker areas. I guess you learn about yourself in the process, and luckily it seems to connect with people.
Besides that the biggest lesson has been the value of time, and being productive with it. Like most things, if you want to do them, you’ll find the time wherever you can.
Marsha’s collaboration with Conspiracy Theory.
What are some of your main sources of inspiration? Are there any specific references you are drawing to regularly – books, websites/ blogs etc?
Is there something professionally you would like to try that you haven’t done yet?
So many things. But letterpress is high on the list. I’m keen to use more traditional techniques.
What has been your favourite project so far?
I guess the Pin Up girls series. Its was fun involving my friends, and I was pretty happy the results of integrating tagging, spraypaint and decayed surfaces with photography and screen printing. Tagging can be so beautiful typographically, and often viewed so negatively. The combination of the themes of vandalism and beauty feels powerful and fragile at the same time.
Images from ‘Pin Up Girls’ exhibition. Giclee Print. (Ummm, what is giclee?)
What are you working on at the moment?
I’m on holiday, but as soon as I get back I have been commissioned to do 2 walls in great locations in Bondi, a store opening for Seafolly and a pop up art exhibition for the Banksy movie at the Dendy in Newtown with Urban Uprising, plus more entries for exhibitions in Melbourne and internationally.
I’m also about to commence on a new series for a solo exhibition in spring. I have a couple of ideas floating round in my head, but haven’t quite decided yet.
What’s next – can you share with us your vision and some of your goals?
I’d like to lock myself away somewhere quiet so I can work more. Its always a struggle finding the time. All the work I have done to date has been a crazy headless rush to produce. I would love to spend longer on some huge more painterly canvases. I’m also starting to work on richer surfaces, – decayed metals, vintage books, old wood etc.
I’m also excited about doing more outdoor work that becomes a real part of the community I live in. And I’ve got some thoughts of on some pretty cool lifestyle products and a twisted fashion range too. We’ll see.
Seafolly window at Bondi Junction, Sydney.
Top two images – Christmas window for Beach Road Hotel, Sydney. Bottom left – Urban Uprising Christmas window. Bottom right – Seafolly in Chatswood window.
Let’s Get Personal:
What are the qualities you most like about yourself?
Integrity. Productivity.
What are the qualities you most like in others?
Kindness, character, humour, quirkiness, style
Apart from your work, what other interests or hobbies do you have?
My work seems to encompass them all. But I enjoy hooking up with other artists on Flickr. I love the way the world is re-organizing through your interests. Shooting decayed buildings, spaces and street art. Industrial furniture, vintage clothes and jewellery.
What are some of your favorite local galleries and shops {music, fashion, books, accessories, furniture vintage, other bits and pieces}?
Earl’s Gourmet Grub {what a name!} is an artisanal deli and gourmet market that opened in May 2010 in Los Angeles. The restaurant was designed by FreelandBuck, with contemporary technology to fit an old-world sensibility inspired by its food.
That stunning ply wall with custom digital pattern, the shifting ceiling forms… I’m speechless.
Top – Imperial steel typewriter, $95 (awesome!) Bottom left – Sydney bus destination blind, original distressed condition – ok, this one is sold so don’t shoot me, but it looked too good not to include in here. Bottom right – 1950s Housie Housie (bingo) set, complete and in original box, $30.
Top – Cut glass sweets stand, $20. Bottom left – Small vintage cream bottles, $10 ea. Bottom right – West German chemist beakers, assorted sizes sizes, $10-$15 ea.
Top left – Workmans wire-cage lamp, $70. Top right – Pair red studio lights(matching pair, safety checked), $300 each. Bottom left – Orange “K” Planet desk lamp, SOLD (oopsie!) Bottom right – Original Singer industrial desk lamo, $180 (yes please!!)
Top of the morning to you all! I hope everyone had an ace weekend. I have to say that I am pretty sad that the World Cup is over for another four years. I’m not sure what I’m going to do with myself without the 4am wake up calls to watch superb nail-biting games, wearing ill fitting jerseys and sporting blood-shot eyes from the lack of sleep and way too much adrenaline… I suppose I could now put all that energy towards much needed exercise.
Anyway, apart from watching football {or soccer, or whatever you call the game} I made a little discovery over the weekend via the good ol’ twitter which I wanted to share with you today. I’m talking about explore the kerb, a little place that sells retro loveliness from modern design classics, vintage and industrial home-wares. Explore the kerb do not have a showroom – all items are located in Coogee in Sydney and can be inspected by appointment. You can contact them through their website if you would like to see more photos of anything before you go and see them.
Explore the kerbwas founded in 2009, after 10 years of collecting and rummaging. Everything they sell is reused – some things are found on the kerb, others are bought and refurbished. Regardless of where they come from, all items receive a little bit of love – they are made beautiful again and as such are given a second chance to shine.
Above and below are a few of my favourite pieces. For more information, go ahead and check out their website, blog, facebook andtwitter.
Top left – Vintage meat safe with porcelain handles, $195. Top right – Market box wooden shelves, $60. Bottom – Small pine form unrestored, $40.
Top left – 70s swivel dining chair, $20. Top right – 50s bar stool, $50. Bottom left – 40s bevelled mirror, $80. Bottom right – Caramel light shade only, $20.
Top – Marcella double bed quilt, $125. Bottom left – 70s round cotton tablecloth, SOLD (sorry!) Bottom right – 70s cotton blend 48′ cover, $10 per meter.
Top – 40s Wooden Draft Set, complete and in original box, $30 (cool!) Bottom left – Vintage steel toy ferris wheel, SOLD (otherwise it would totally be mine, dammit!) Bottom right – Maileg rabbit doll, Made in Denmark, $30.
Things are never quite what they seem when it comes to Sandrine Estrade Boulet genius illustration work. I don’t know about you, but finding these images made me smile and my day seemed instantly brighter. How funny is the illustration of “Adam”? Hilarious!
Sandrine makes me happy to live on this planet amongst such clever people.
Two little ladies, one huge event - Sarah Thornton & Brooke Johnston in front of The CarriageWorks which is the home of The Finders Keepers market.
Selection of images from The Finders Keepers at The CarriageWorks. Such a brilliant venue, no?
I am so excited to be able to share with you yet another interview with the people who inspire me, and today we get to e-meet Sarah Thornton & Brooke Johnston, the co-founders of The Finders Keepers markets. The Finders Keepersis an independent design and art markets dedicated to supporting new and emerging designers, artists and musicians. Brook & Sarah’s aim is to connect with others through their resources and projects. Awesome! But before I get into it, I have to tell you (another) funny little story.
Have you ever had one of those conversations where you thought you had come up with the most amazing business idea ever? You know the type of conversation I’m talking about where you and your friend, or whoever you are talking to, start to get really excited as though you’d discovered the cure for cancer. Well one such conversation took place between me and a friend just over a year ago. We came up with a bright idea that Sydney needed a fantastic design market where people could buy hand made original designs in an inspiring atmosphere with great food, awesome music, art exhibitions etc, etc, etc. The two of us were totally pumped, we talked about it for a little while and even tried to think of perfect venues that would be interesting all year round. And then I got on the net (as I do) and very quickly discovered that someone else was already doing it. Say what? I showed it to my friend and our conversation went something like this…
Oh, The Finders Keepers… That’s such a bloody great name…. Oh and look at their graphic and their flyers, that’s so cool…. Oh, they’ve been running for a little while already… How come we’ve never heard of them? Oh, what? They are at The CarriageWorks. That’s only the most amazing venue for a market… Ok so… Well… I guess we better let that idea go cause these girls have got it covered… Yeah you know I’m probably far too lazy to pull something like this off anyway… “Yeah me too.” Ok then… Sweet… Man, I totally love that name – The Finders Keepers. It’s brilliant…
The Finders Keepersis a bi-annual event which started in Sydney in 2008, followed by Brisbane in 2009, with Melbourne markets launching in October this year. The event has a strong media following and has been featured in countless major print and online publications, including local papers and street press. In 2009, Brooke & Sarah were listed in the SMHthe(sydney)magazine’s top 100 most influential people for design and architecture. Hello? How amazing is that?! It is very clear that this dynamic duo is going from strength to strength, consistently growing all aspects of their business. By the way, this event is a “little” side project for them as Brooke & Sarah both have full time jobs. Blimey! I think we have a couple of overachievers on our hands here people. You can find out more about The Finders Keepers on their website, their great blog, or become a fan onfacebookand follow them on twitter.
Thank you Brooke & Sarah for being a part of yellowtrace. Keep up the ace work and see you at the next markets.
x dana
Finders Keepers Sydney Markets held on May 7th & 8th 2010 at CarriageWorks. I blogged about that giant knitted background in the images right here. Photos by Gary Compton and Scott Brown from angryPixel. More photos here and here.
Hello Brooke & Sarah, welcome to yellowtrace and thank you for taking the time to e-chat. Could you please give us a quick introduction on yourselves?
Sarah: Hi I am Sarah. I am married 27 and have 2 cats who I absolutely adore. I love design, art, music, films and anything creative.
Brooke: Hello, I am Brooke a jewellery designer I am very passionate about creative Australian Design.
How did the idea for The Finders Keepers come about? How long did it take to get it off the ground?
Sarah: The idea came about basically after a conversation about Brooke’s jewellery label she had just launched and how she was feeling frustrated and burnt out. We were talking about the pro’s and con’s of markets in Sydney and the lack of opportunities for emerging designers. The idea came about after several wines and lots of excitement and we started not long after.
Brooke: We started in June 07 as Hope Street Markets and then launched FK in Dec 08. It took around 6 months of initial planning before we started. We felt there was a lack of opportunity for emerging designers in Sydney at the time. We identified a real need for something designers could use as a platform to sell their work. We wanted to bridge the gap between local weekend markets and expensive trade fairs.
What was the single most important goal behind The Finders Keepers? Have any of your goals evolved since launching the business?
Sarah: The single goal was to create and atmosphere that was: A. supportive and encouraging for emerging designers. B. Creative & Innovative & C. Fun and inspiring. I think we have managed to always stick to that!
Everything has evolved since we started with only 20 stalls and under a different name. Now we run larger scale event in 2 states supporting over 150 designers and we’re moving into a third state this year supporting designers all around Australia, and our website has grown and developed naturally as a resource for inspiration & connection.
Brooke: Establishing a community to bring like minded people together in an inspiring environment and also to help designers and artists develop their businesses.
I think our goals haven’t changed at all we just have developed more aspirations and have learnt to dream big, because things have just happened.
Sydney Spring/ Summer Markets 5th & 6th December 2009 held at The CarriageWorks. Photos by Prue Upton. More photos here.
Can you describe your typical day of work?
Brooke: It usually consists of lots of running around and lots of meetings. It depends on how close to an event we are but generally we do a lot of planning and prep work. We also work a lot on our range Find me Keep me.
Sarah: Friday’s Brooke and I work on the Finders Keepers, some days its all meetings and running around! Some times its working through stall applications, proposals or our range. Every week changes!
Monday’s I work with our assistant Frankie, largely on the website, marketing, admin and any other pressing work that needs to be done.
What was one of your biggest lessons learned since starting out?
Brooke: Be very wary about who you collaborate with. Always assess the compatibility. Always stick to your systems – you created them for a reason!
Sarah: I would say a lot of it has to do with taking on too much work at one time, learning to outsource or who can help you or letting things go. After years of trying to do it all ourselves we have learnt to give up areas in which we don’t need to take on.
Creating our systems means these things can be taken on more easily, that we can let go and know that they are still going to work out well! It’s also really nice to be able to grow our team.
What are some of your methods to staying motivated, focused, and expressive?
Brooke: I think collaborations help, working with people with a fresh approach on design.
Also every time another event comes around there are always new designers or artists that inspire and excite us.
Theming our events also I think is an effective way to stay motivated. It gives us a chance to really throw ourselves into creating something different.
Sarah: Also on a personal level, I try and keep myself inspired and motivated constantly. Usually if I am getting stressed I like to take time out, get a cup of tea and read some design blogs or catch up on some websites that I find inspiring. I am a crazy list maker, and when things get too stressful, I will sit back and write down everything that is in my head and prioritise what needs to be done and in what order. I also spend a lot of time on my calender and planning out the year and then delegating or looking at who can help us get the best results.
Brisbane Autumn/ Winter 2010 Markets held at The Old Museum. Photos byMark Lobo and Alischa Herrmann. More images here.
What are some of your main sources of inspiration and some of your influences? Are there any specific references you are drawn to regularly – books, websites/ blogs etc?
Sarah: I am very much an online person and one rather impatient when it comes to reading sometimes so its all about pretty pictures for me! I am addicted to social media – I like to keep favourites on twitter and facebook feed for daily updates.
I love reading blogs, online mags and design and art based websites. I have a whole list I keep bookmarked and visit regularly.
Brooke: Blogs are definitely something that I refer to on a regular basis for inspiration and ideas. DesignSponge, decor8, d.shape journal and wee birdy are just a few from the long list of blogs I subscribe to. However nothing beats a beautiful hard cover book to flick through when you’re having a creative block! I also like to collect postcards, artworks, clippings from magazines and the like to put up around my studio for extra inspiration.
Who or what are some of your influences? What other business people, entrepreneurs, peers and creatives in general do you admire?
Brooke: I really admire the guys fromSemi-Permanentand also the girls from Frankie Magazine. These two partnerships have had very humble beginnings, much like us! I can relate to their stories a lot.
Sarah: We loved working with Jess Scully recently at Creative Sydney. I really admire the work that she does and is an amazing influence to us. We are inspired by Object Gallery & Gaffa Gallery and the work they have done in Sydney. We are also inspired by the guys behind Renegade Craft Fair & Handmade, who we only recently discovered are very similar things to what we are doing but in the USA!
Gorgeous artwork and illustrations for The Finders Keepers flyers. Clockwise from top left – 1. Spring/Summer 08 Sydney flyer by Kareena Zerefos (check out my interview with Kareena right here), 2. Spring/Summer 09 Brisbane flyer by Courtney Brims, 3. Sydney autumn/winter ’10 by Madeleine Stamer, 4. Autumn/Winter 09 Sydney flyer byCatherine Campbell, 5. Spring/Summer 09 Sydney flyer by Kevin Tran, 6. The latest flyer for Brisbane by Steven Rhodes.
What are you most proud of so far?
Sarah: Essentially we are most proud of getting our ideas off the ground, and where we are today. Being recognized in the top 100 most influential people in SMH’s the (sydney) magazine was an amazing achievement for us making a milestone in Sydney. We’re now inspired and ready to take on the rest of Australia.
Brooke: Making the transition to another state and being able to translate our vision clearly. It’s extremely humbling knowing that the public understand what we do and appreciate it as well.
What’s next – can you share with us your vision and some of your goals?
Sarah/ Brooke: We are very excited to announce that Finders Keepers is launching in Melbourne in October. Which has been a year in the making and a great milestone for us.
We’re also very excited to be working with Gaffa Gallery on the Arcade Project in September and working on different areas besides the Markets. Taking Finders Keepers to a different level which it’s a great move forward for us.
Sydney Morning Herald, Style Section – Feature on The Finders Keepers & Sydney Markets – May 2010.
Let’s Get Personal:
What are the qualities you most like about yourself?
Sarah: Motivated. Being as motivated as I am can mean work gets done, no procrastination. I feel as the benefit of this is I don’t compromise my work which means good end results. It can also be painful, as I can be stubborn and will work til all hours of the night!
Optimistic. I feel like this has been a work in progress but I always aim to be optimistic and look on the positive side of things, it really helps things move forward. Being negative is just time wasted and achieves nothing!
Visionary. I am an ideas machine, which at first was just overwhelming but I am learning to write ideas in a book and keep the away until a time I can use them effectively. There is not enough time in a day! I am trying to harness my visions and ideas, it’s a quality about myself I am learning to love more and not be afraid of.
Brooke: I second that I move quickly and can always rely on myself to get something done, there’s 24 hours in a day, I’m not a procrastinator!
What are the qualities you most like in others?
Sarah: I admire others who have passion, determination and drive. As I see this as an important factor for my own inspiration!
I admire genuine passionate people who are humble human beings with a heart of gold.
I love creative spirits, I crave to be around others who spark ideas and inspiration in me, its contagious!
Brooke: I love someone who makes me laugh and can make light of a dull situation. Also being non-pretentious and genuine is a really nice quality to find in someone.
the (sydney) magazine – Top 100 Most Influential people of Sydney for 2009 – Finders Keepers feature December 09. Amazing!
Object Magazine – Finders Keepers feature – October 09.
Apart from your work, what other interests or hobbies do you have?
Sarah: I really loved hearing a term lately that you don’t have to have a work/life balance where everything is one way or the other. I believe it’s all in my lifestyle, everything relates and compliments each other! I love food, good wine, good music, inspiring atmospheres, beautiful interiors, good company and lots of laughs. If I am not working, I am usually at a café, the pub, at a bookstore, shopping, spending time with friends and family and being creative.
Brooke: I love anything retro, I have a slight obsession with homewares/ bric-a-brac. I am constantly looking for new additions to my vintage and retro collection.
What are some of your favorite local galleries and shops {music, fashion, books, accessories, furniture vintage, other bits and pieces}?
Brooke: In Newtown – South End Café, Black Star Pastry, Bloodwood {from Dana – see my previous post about Bloodwood right here}for a beautiful cocktail and A kick on the Inside in Erskineville. I also love Emmas on Liberty in Enmore, I’m an inner west girl!
Sarah: in addition to Brooke’s list (we’re both inner west girls!) Berkleouw Books café in Newtown, always quiet and lovely. Melbourne – Little Creatures Dining Hall, Cookie & Black Pearl for amazing cocktails.
Sydney Spring/ Summer 2009 at The CarriageWorks. Photos byGary Compton.More photoshere.
What is your most treasured belonging?
Brooke: Probably my Great Grandma’s quartz and silver ring which I now own and wear and love very much! And my cat Rooey!
Sarah: Can I say my MacBook?? Probably my cats too – Izzy & Miffy.
It’s not very cool, but I really like…
Brooke: Staying in on a Friday night – cooking dinner and drinking wine. In other words being a home body.
Sarah: Collecting toys & dolls. I love Kokeshi dolls, and also have a small collection of Japanese vinyl toys from my travels and some cute stuffed toys. Still have to surround myself with cutesy things.
Your favourite joke?
Sarah: Not so good with re-telling jokes, I always miss the punchline!
Brooke: Cant go past the old knock knock joke, it’s a classic!
How would you like to be remembered?
Sarah: As an inspiration and that someone who helped make a difference.
Brooke: Being the co-founder of Finders Keepers!
This stop motion video created byangryPixel for The Finders Keepers’ “Making it Happen“ panel talk at Creative Sydney in June this year. The video shows just a few of the numbers that create The Finders Keepers markets in Sydney are presented over a day-long setup. Filmed in CarriageWorks foyer, May 2010. Video Capture: Lukasz Karluk. Post Production: Scott Brown. Music Composition: Eli Murray (Track: gentleforce – “Learning to Forgive”)
Annabelle Adie is a French artist, designer, stylist and a creator. Her work is not limited by any one medium or a subject – she creates pure beauty using anything from fruit and flowers, ceramics, lipstick, ice…
I’m afraid that’s all I can tell you about this incredible talent and her stunning work. All that’s left to do now is to admire all images I picked from her website. As you can tell – I was having trouble narrowing down my selection. Can you blame me though? I honestly think that each image is more beautiful then the next…
What is it with all the crazy talented people in this world?
The Ceramic House is situated in an early 20th century building in Madrid. Designed by the Spanish architect Héctor Ruiz-Velázquez, this former attic is transformed into a living space with multiple levels.
Now, this would have to be one of the most impractical apartments in history. Ok, perhaps that’s “a bit” of an exaggeration, but I’m slightly disturbed by the massive void around the bed on the upper level. Whether or not child and/ or pet friendly spaces are a consideration for you, how about arriving home or going to the bathroom in the middle of the night after a big one, if that’s the sort of thing you’re into (and if you are, I’m not here to judge). I could take it so much further with comments about the void around the bed, but I won’t cause this is a family show. I’m also quite concerned about the miniature living space and that teeny tiny bathroom.
Having said all that, I still find this apartment extremely beautiful, elegant and stylish. So I think I’m just about ready to give in to the fantasy especially as this is a concept interior of sorts. It was done in response to the brief set-out by ASCER (Asociación Española de Fabricantes de Azulejos y Pavimentos Cerámicos – Spanish Association of Tile and Ceramic Flooring Manufacturers) for the creation of a new living concept, where “the ceramic receives special treatment which turns it into the indisputable protagonist of the space.”
