2016: THE ANTIFACEBOOK YEAR
WHAT’S YOUR STYLE? & MORE!
THE 70’S ARE BACK, BABY INTERIOR DESIGN FORECAST
2015
SAYING FAST NO TO FASHION
ART: TRACY SAYWELL
IN THIS ISSUE
ARTISTA MAGAZINE Produced by the Australian Institute of Creative Design
THE 70’S ARE BACK, BABY
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THE ANTIFACEBOOK YEAR
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2016 interior DESIGN FORECAST
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WHAT’S YOUR STYLE?
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LOCAL NEWS, VIEWS & interviews
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70’s
Are Back, Baby
Stylist: Kate Barbaro Model: Teagan Grelck MUA/Hair: Sue Mclaurin Photographer: Elizabeth Grinter
fashion styling
IT is often said that “everything old is new again” and in the world of fashion there are few things this certain. Kate Barbaro
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he revival of the winter
season, and perhaps the
whole of 2015, is ultimately the 70’s but in the most
refined form we’ve seen yet; 70’s Mum is my favourite interpretation of the trend.
The likes of Gucci, Mango, and Yves Saint Laurent all have current collections that
take heavy inspiration from the 70’s with suede, furs, beading, bohemian silhou-
ettes, flares at wrists and ankles, and
fringing at the forefront of their collec-
tions. However, these statement accents are at their most paired back and wear-
able we’ve seen them but are still making quite the impact and aren’t losing their 70’s essence.
Looking at these collections all I can see
is one influential woman who is undoubtedly the common muse. However, she
isn’t Jane Birkin, Jackie O, or Stevie Nicks. No, this woman I know well as she is my
flesh and blood: my Grandmother, well all women of the 70’s really but I’m bias so
sue me. Being a child of the 90’s I didn’t have the pleasure of growing up with a
70’s Mum, however my Grandmother was the greatest style icon I know and has
kept an incredible encyclopaedia of her style throughout the years through the
form of family photo albums and for the
first time in a while I am grateful for her
vanity. Flicking through the albums from the 70’s it is alarming how little things have changed. The gypsy style head
scarves, billowing flared pants, earthy
tones, and textured pieces I now own are
glossily updated versions straight out of a
magazine of what my Grandmother was
decade, it is about finding the mod-
The current Retro Redux is merely just
The 1970’s was a time when self expres-
style icons in our bloodline.
as the garments, prints, and fabrics were
donning 40 years ago.
wardrobe recycling for some of the greatest
“I used to have something just like that
when I was younger!” are words frequently exclaimed after my traditional round of new season shopping from the lady loves of the generations before me. This years
haul was no exception with overwhelming faux fur coats and dusters, flare sleeved dresses, luxe crochet detailing, and
jewels, coins, crystals and tassels invading my wardrobe. I still find it strange,
ernised, refined versions of these clothes.
sion through fashion was easier than ever evolving quicker than we’d seen before and it was accessible to everyone. Fast
forward 40 years and it is extremely ob-
vious that fashion on the runway and on the streets have taken heavy inspiration from women of the 70’s. The bohemian silhouettes, fur, denim, and bold prints
can be found everywhere you look and it’s plain to see that the seventies revival is here to stay for a long while.
yet very warming, that these brand new
trend driven pieces to me have a nostalgic quality and create a real emotion con-
nection for my Grandmother. “I feel like
I’ve wandered 30 years back in time,” my
Nan laughs as she holds my suede button down a-line skirt up against herself. She smiles and it is illuminating, and I can’t help but to smile and agree.
Long gone are the days where I’m
ashamed to be dressed like my Mother
and Grandmother. These women, like so many others, paved and were part of a
union that established so many incredible moments for ready to wear fashion. We are creatures that crave, worship and post all about nostalgia. I know
plenty of you are probably thinking that this trend is not for you but remember that the 70’s Mum look is not so much about wearing all the vintage pieces you can get your hands on from the
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Chic! STUDENT
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he slightly dreamy, romantic 70s and 80s slant on
geek chic will be super hot again this summer and while the look is diverse, check out these sugges-
tion spreads by some of our own students. Remem-
ber to have fun with it — it’s got to be comfortable too (creative geeks are too smart to wear stiff, unnatural clothing, right?).
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Next year, 2016, will be the antiFacebook year of interior design.
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trend forecaster says we’ll be so overwhelmed by
over-sharing, we’ll look for places in our own home to
retreat and be comforted.
“Designers are exploring ways of creating cocooning qualities, products where we
can have social solitude in, where we can
reconnect with ourselves, where we can be
more on our own,” trend forecaster Laura Greenwood says.
“It’s come to a critical tipping point where having shared so much information and with some of that information being
misused, we look forward to taking back
control. We want to control what people see about us and what people know about us especially in our online presence.”
Think chairs that wrap around you and
furniture that encloses you like a safety blanket. They’ll be softly coloured with palettes that reflect wellbeing.
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DESIGN: STUDENT, ROZHAN SORKHAH
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INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS TO WATCH FOR IN 2016
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rom state-of-the art kitchens
eney advises consumers to be inspired by
ing this. Whether it is a backsplash, an in-
modern modular homes to
Berkus encourages shoppers to buy locally
fluid geometry is coming in strong.
to smart appliances, prefab
airstream trailers, this year’s
Dwell on Design conference was not to
be missed. Everything from the latest in
smart home technology to the latest inno-
local finds. LG Studio artistic advisor Nate made and globally crafted goods. Berkus
tricately patterned floor or a countertop,
also states that consumers should not be
#5 Mix Metallics & Metals
with mass produced goods. Consumers
The 1950s and 1970s are hot trends in
a Mongolian lambskin pouf and Moroc-
it is no different in interiors. Midcentury
example. Great resources are for the de-
are popular right now. Get ready to em-
afraid to mix vintage and artisanal items should not miss the opportunity to pair
fashion design collections right now, and
can rug next to a Target coffee table, for
Mod with brass, gold and metallic finishes
sign trade to explore include Nova Fiber,
brace some retro bling.
Saatchi Art.
#6 Make it Sustainable
From decorating compact apartments
#3 Minerals Are In
From the foam in our couches to the the
backyards into glamping adventures,
While polished geodes attached to lucite
on, Dwell president Michela Abrams
to bring nature into every aspect of their
going au natural now. Watch for bowls
of anything that is being manufactured
used as display pieces and unpolished
reinventing and reusing are
pulls.
are beginning to consider
#4 Geometric Tiles
es today.
vations in textile manufacturing could be found in this 650,000 square foot venue celebrating its 10th anniversary. For the rest of 2015 and beyond, here are the
trends that will be driving retail globally...
#1 Bringing The Outdoors In with greenery to turning expansive
consumers are experimenting with how
homes. HGTV’s David Bromstad explained that this means that consumers will be
buying furniture they can use indoors and outdoors. In terms of interior decor, life-
style expert Justina Blakeney shared that
wall decor, accessories and small plant life inspired items are going to be hot.
#2 Source Artisan Goods From tassels and basketry to macrame
and crochet, weaving is in. To embrace
this trend, lifestyle expert Justina Blak-
Source Art, YP.com, Deny Designs, and
foundations that prefab homes are laid
bases have been all the rage, minerals are
noted that sustainability is at the heart
of pyrite on tables, big chunks of quartz
today. Recycling, repurposing,
semi-precious stones turned into door
all things that consumers
when they make purchas-
Decorative backsplashes have gone strong for a long time. Designers are expecting to see consumers gravitating towards
more geometric patterns that feature fluid movement. Cement and even wood are
going to play a significant role in achiev-
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business boomers
Raquel Reels It In A Very BIG congratulations to our recent graduate Raquel Wys who this month WON the ‘Aspiring Young Women in Business’ award at the Gold Coast Women in Business Awards 2015.
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o be successful Raquel had to go through an interview process and was selected from a number of
applicants to the final 3 and then announced the winner for her age group 18-26 years.
From the very beginning of her course Raquel showed a real
passion and commitment to her study. Through a combination of advanced technical, theory-based and specialised practical
components studied in her Interior Design course Raquel was encouraged to express and explore her creative potential.
RAQUEL WITH OUR INTERIOR DESIGN TRAINER, ANNA WHITE
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Our own Interior Design trainer, Anna White, actually nominated Raquel for the award!
Raquel has her own online business — Raquike — and has been
successfully designing and developing her own range of towels and homewares and selling them Australia wide and internationally.
For more information or to purchase one of Raquels designs head to her website:
WWW.RAQUIKE.COM
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What’s Your Style? australian institute of creative design students kick up some amazing looks that stand their own against the world’s best
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t’s rare that world class work
comes from a young padawan,
and yet it seems there’s no shortage of it pouring forth from our
styling, make-up, design and photography students.
From super-edgy to hot chic there’s just
no telling the quality of their work apart
ion, culture and photographic magazines. In the following pages you’ll see just what
they’ve been up to lately. In particular, our fashion styling students are highlighted
in this barrage of talent and enslaught of
torturously good visuals. It’s little wonder our students are landing hot jobs in their creative industry of choice!
from anything you’d see in the top fash-
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LOCAL talent
Our Young Rising Stars OUR CURRENT PART-TIME DIPLOMA OF FASHION STYLING STUDENT, JESSICA SCHMIDT, IS SHOWING US YOU DON’T HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL YOU HAVE FINISHED SCHOOL TO START CREATING YOUR DREAM JOB. Jessica dreams of entering the fashion industry and has recently completed work experience at Style Magazine. At the age of just 17 Jessica has written her very first online blog article for the magazine!!! Check out the link below to read her article all about the newest trend of the season: http://stylemagazines.com.au/beauty/beauty-trend-how-to-strobing
IN 2009, ALICE COMPLETED HER DIPLOMA OF APPLIED FASHION DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY WITH US. HER GOAL FROM THE BEGINNING HAS BEEN TO CREATE QUALITY CLOTHING IN SMALL QUANTITIES. Feminine and quirky, her designs are inspired by trends of the thirties and forties along with colours from everyday life. Alice and her little team of creatives spend their days designing, sewing, knitting and taking photos to fill her etsy shop with love. From design to final detail, all Alice Nightingale pieces are made with love. To think it all began here all those years ago! Alice has begun teaching Beginner and Intermediate Sewing classes at our Brisbane Campus. We are so proud of everything Alice has achieved and are so happy that she has rejoined Australian Institute of Creative Design as a trainer. Make sure you keep up to date with Alice Nightingale’s latest pieces on her website: http://alicenightingale.wix.com/homehtml
OUR 2014 DIPLOMA OF BEAUTY GRADUATE, KATIE, IS NOW THE MANAGER OF “THE SPA ROOM” AND “THE WATERFALL DAY SPA” IN MOOLOOLABA. THE SALONS ARE TWO OF THE MOST ELITE LUXURY DAY SPAS ON THE SUNSHINE COAST. “Thanks to those 12 long hard months at AICD, all of the knowledge and hard work put in by the trainers along with all the amazing support from my fellow college students — I have reached my goal and can truly say I love my job! It has amazed me to see the difference between students who have been trained elsewhere, and your girls and your training is at SUCH a high level this industry needs more of them.”
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Stepping Up With Akira
THREE OF OUR VERY OWN FASHION BUSINESS STUDENTS, COURTNEY BAILLIE, LAURA PLUSNIN AND MADDY FARR, HAVE RECENTLY HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO DO VISUAL MERCHANDISING FOR THE ONE AND ONLY AKIRA.
Japanese design. He has four stand alone boutiques in
Akira Isogawa is one of Australia’s most iconic designers.
stores all around the Valley? Job offers!!! We were abso-
Born in Kyoto Japan, Akira moved to Australia in 1986
lutely blown away (but not completely surprised) that two
where he studied fashion design at the Sydney Institute
of our students received job offers after completing their
of Technology, drawing inspiration from contemporary
assessment. Congratulations, we are so proud of you all.
Australia- one of which just happens to be our neighbour in the Fortitude Valley, Brisbane. So...what do you get when three very talented student groups complete a ‘Store Window’ assignment in Fashion
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Ever wonder what our trainers get up to in their free time? Our Head of Styling trainer Suzie Haines recently gave an interview for U on Sunday entitled ‘Inside My Wardrobe’. Graduating, with distinctions, from a Bachelor of Business Management and Bachelor of Creative Industries from the Queensland University of Technology Suzie has gone on to found an online jewellery boutique and become an active Stylist and Makeup Artist in the Brisbane fashion industry. We couldn’t think of anyone better to be running our Styling department. If one thing is for sure it is that Ms. Haines is ALWAYS on trend and never misses a beat when it comes to upcoming trends in the fashion industry. We hope you enjoy the article as much as we did!
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trainer feature
Inside My Wardrobe INTERVIEWED BY LIZ GOLDING
HOW IS YOUR WARDROBE SET OUT? ARE YOU HAPPY WITH IT?
CAN YOU TEACH SOMEONE STYLE? This is a hard question. Yes, I believe you can learn the fundamentals
We live in an art deco loft apartment, which means our bedroom is
and principles of styling and dressing to your body shape if you are
upstairs and my wardrobe conveniently got its own designated room
prepared to listen and take on board directions from a good stylist
downstairs! My wardrobe is not traditionally set out in garment cate-
or trainer. However I do believe some women and men do have a
gories or by colour tones, like you would expect it to be. I do this on
natural talent and eye for detail.
purpose so I don’t always go to my newest, favourite or easy to style pieces straight away.
DO YOU FEEL THE PRESSURE OF LOOKING GREAT FOR WORK EVERYDAY?
IF YOU HAD $10 000 NOW TO SPEND ON FASHION, WHAT WOULD YOU BUY IN ONE WEEK? Easy, the Sophia Webster Boss Lady pop art heels. The small Givenchy Antigona bag in light grey and majority of the Karla Spectic
Absolutely, my students would let me know within a millisecond if
spring/summer collection. If that doesn’t cap the budget, I would
I was a repeat outfit offender. I own some dresses but most of my
then take my little sister on her own shopping spree.
pieces are separates (tops and bottoms) so I have more ability to mix and match. I try to be as adventurous and innovative with my outfits every single day.
HOW IMPORTANT ARE THE LATEST TRENDS TO YOU?
ARE YOU A JEWELLERY, BAG OR SHOE FREAK? Without a doubt jewellery. I have a small online jewellery boutique called The Armored Club (www.thearmoredclub.com) so my accessory options are endless. However my partner would probably say
Fashion trends are extremely important, its what I live, breath and
shoes though; as my last shopping trip saw 4 new pairs of heels find
teach. However, I do think trends should not completely dictate your
a very good home.
own style and way of dressing. I will wear trends I personally find appealing but pair them with classic pieces that I have in my wardrobe that also compliment my body shape.
WHERE DO YOU BUY YOUR CLOTHES?
WHAT IS YOUR GO-TO OUTFIT FOR SPRING/SUMMER? The LWD (Little White Dress) or LLD (Little Lace Dress), or a combination of both! Imagine that comfortable, well-fitted dress, possibly with spaghetti straps and clinched at the waist, that you can acces-
If I am at the shops of course I impulse buy, but I am a big saver and
sorise with a belt or jewellery, wear with open toe heels for night or
try to make smart investments. I buy majority of my wardrobe on
flats for the weekend.
line and like to support Australian Designers likes, Lover, Alice McCall and SABA just to name a few. I am an avid traveller and really love purchasing pieces while I am overseas. The pieces feel more special and have a great story behind them. SPRING 2015
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LOCAL talent
Don’t Wait ‘Til You Graduate! Styling student, Shannon Doyal, has leap-frogged into her creative career in only her second semester of studies.
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ur multi-talented student
On top of all that she is also finishing off
only pulled for the David
This girl is making dreams a reality and
Shannon Doyal has not Jones spring/summer
15/16 collection and worked backstage at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival, but
is also currently interning with celebrated Brisbane stylist Kimberley Gardner!!!
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her second semester Diploma in Styling. we LOVE it!
To follow Shannon’s journey make sure you check out her instagram page @dakodastyle
make-up tips
$UMMER BEAUTY ON A BUDGET Summer beauty trends shout glowing bronzed beauties, and if like most of us you aren’t blessed with naturally glowing and tanned skin we have the solution — fake it till you make it! But you don’t have to break the bank to make the transition from lackluster winter skin to that gorgeous summer glow... A quick and easy way to make your skin look more radiant is to mix a liquid highlighter/illuminator into your foundation for a subtle all over glow. You can also stipple it lightly to the highpoints of your face after foundation application to give a more intense highlight. Using cream or liquid products instead of powders will give you the most natural and dewy finish to your summer look.
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PHOTOGRAPHY
MAKING THE EXTRAORDINARY
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“To me, photography is an art of observation. It’s about finding something interesting in an ordinary place... I’ve found it has little to do with the things you see and everything to do with the way you see them.” ELLIOTT ERWITT
LOCATION: FINGAL SAND PUMPING PIER PHOTO: STUDENT, SAM COLE
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LOCATION: GOLD COAST PHOTO: STUDENT, STEPHANIE SOLOMON
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LOCATION: GOLD COAST PHOTO: STUDENT, CALEM WRIGHT
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LOCAL NEWS
VIP Design Experience our Interior Design students getting hands on industry experience with the one AND only DARREN PALMER! Darren Palmer is an interior designer, writer and speaker accoladed in Belle as one of
the ‘Mood Makers for 2011’. He is also Contributing Editor of Interiors for Australian GQ magazine and a contributor to Luxury Home Design and other publications.
His design projects grace the pages of Belle, Grand Designs Australia Magazine, Design Decoration Annual and Renovate Magazine to name a few.
This month Darren Palmer took some time out of his busy schedule to work on an ex-
citing new project (which is still too top secret to discuss!) and three of our very lucky Advanced Diploma students, Kym Gervais, Jadie Lawrence and Krystal Major had the honour of assisting with the interior styling and onsite preparation!
DARREN PALMER WITH KYM GERVAIS, JADIE LAWRENCE AND KRYSTAL MAJOR
“...We had three days to unpack, set up and style the interior of a large three bedroom
apartment for a photo shoot, television commercial and behind the scenes coverage for
A Current Affair. Whilst it was extremely hard work, the experience was a privilege to be
part of. It was awesome to see first-hand behind the scenes of a project on this scale and to learn from a celebrity interior designer. It has definitely given me confidence for a career in interior styling.” —Kym Gervais
“There are experiences in life that give views of the future. In these moments we get to see
the whole picture of what we are working toward. Working alongside Alexandra and Darren has been one of these experiences. I was given the exciting opportunity of learning on the job in this eye-opening experience. I am very grateful, to the college and to these two beautiful individuals, whom have given me a taste of one pathway in the interior design profession. From this busy, productive and unique experience I have most of all learned this — enjoy the journey, as it is only just beginning!” —Krystal Major
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KRYSTAL MAJOR
KYM. GERVAIS.
JADIE. LAWRENCE.
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the dark art of remarkable makeup make-up student Christina Chapman unleashes her imagination and her make-up brush with disturbingly good results.
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make-up
“Most of my inspiration comes from the weird and wonderful, but it goes far deeper than that. It was my mother who inspired me to do what I love, my son who inspired me to turn that love into a career, my husband who inspired me to push myself to the limit, and finally, it was AICD who gave me everything I needed to reach my dreams. You need to own who you are, dive head first every time, and always do better than you did the day before. With my work, it’s all in the details. Every character has their own story to tell, and it’s my job to bring that story to life. It’s hard work, but when you love what you do, it’s as easy as breathing.” CHRISTINA CHAPMAN
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make-up
Recently, some of our MakeUp Diploma students had the extraordinary opportunity to work on set for the upcoming “Pirates of the Caribbean” movie.
“EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME”
“I WAS OVER THE MOON”
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he team, led by our own Danielle Fredericks, se-
cretly worked behind the scenes on special effects make-up for various actors in the movie over six amazing weeks.
Pictured below: Students and staff with Peter King — British Os-
car-winning makeup artist who won at the 2003 Academy Awards for Best Makeup for the film The Lord of the Rings, as well as BAFTA Award for Best Makeup & Hair.
“HIGHLIGHT OF MY CAREER”
“AN HONOUR AND A PRIVILEGE”
I had an incredible experience
When I found out I was
Working on Set of Pirates was
Working on the set of Pirates
bean that I absolutely loved... I
the Caribbean I was over the
Having the opportunity to meet
an honour and a privilege but
working on Pirates of the Cariblearnt how to handle being un-
der pressure more and I feel my skills and techniques improved a lot.... It was definitely an experience of a lifetime. JORDAN
working on set for Pirates of
moon. They had an unbelievably talented team on board
and I was stoked that I had the opportunity to work and learn from them. NIKKI BALL
such an amazing experience.
and learn from such talented
and experienced make up artist was truly the highlight of my career so far.
SAMANTHA ROY
of the Caribbean was not only also one of the most amazing and exciting experiences I’ve
had the pleasure of being a part of... It was like my dreams were coming true.
TRACY CURRIE
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CHANGE MAKERS
Change-Making Brand Says
NO Fast Fashion
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arah Hulcombe is a current Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design student at the Australian Institute of Creative Design and the founder of Yellow Thread — a brand for
change! Sarah’s brand Yellow Thread is an ethical clothing label that aims to change the philosophy of ‘fast fashion’ and will offer a 2 year warranty on all items. Sarah’s clothing is designed to grow with children and to be passed on to younger siblings, friends and beyond — featuring adjustable waist bands, removable collars, and easily extendable hem lines. Yellow Thread aims to reduce the number of garments that are made in horrific conditions, bought cheaply, worn for 2 months and then discarded to start the cycle again.
Yellow Thread — a brand for change. CHECK IT OUT ONLINE... WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/YELLOWTHREADJUNIOR
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styling Tips
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Q&A WITH KATE CHARCHALIS
risbane-based stylist and
of comfort and an effortless edge.
Charchalis is talented to say
DO YOU HAVE ANY STYLING TIPS FOR THIS WINTER?
creative consultant Kate
the least. At only 21, this
Australian Institute of Creative Design graduate is currently working as the
creative consultant for DISSH, as well
as keeping busy with multiple freelance
styling projects on the side. Here she spills her styling and beauty tips as well as some online shopping advice!
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL STYLE? Grunge! I know everyone is into boho at
the moment, especially DISSH who I work for, but I just can’t seem to completely get around it. I love styling boho trends but
I feel like I am grunge-alternative at the heart. You will always see me with my
leather jacket normally paired with a vin-
tage tee, deinim shorts and a pair of boots.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE TRENDS AT THE MOMENT? 1. I am digging that the 70s are back! Suede and fringing make me weak!
Its all about the layers! Rug up in dresses/
wrap skirts paired back with flare pants or jeans underneath.
WHAT ARE YOUR ONLINE SHOPPING TIPS? AHH Online shopping, I am a discount
code freak. People don’t realise that there are so many discount codes for big retailers like ASOS, ICONIC and even DISSH! You just need to google your little heart
out and eventually you’ll find codes ranging anywhere from 10% off to 70% off.
YOUR EYEBROWS ARE AMAZING! WHAT DO YOU USE? THANKYOU! I really don’t want the bold brow trend to fade, i love my big brushy brows! I like to spray hairspray onto an eyelash wand and set them in place by brushing them all the way up. TRY IT!
2. I know it hasn’t really hit Australia yet
WHAT WOULD BE YOUR ULTIMATE BEAUTY TIP/PRODUCTS THAT YOU CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT?
that we saw Alexander Wang bring to
I can’t live without my STILLA convertible
me want to dress in all black long layers
leased in Australia yet). My makeup artist
Australia, its coming!
Street, gifted me this dual lip / cheek and
WHAT IS THE ONE ITEM OF CLOTHING THAT YOU CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT?
that is on the rise in the beauty industry.
but I love the dark goth like biker trend his entire Fall collection. It just makes
colour – Gladiola (its from the US, not re-
with a leather vest and chains! Stay tuned
go to girl, Marnie from MECCA at James
I can’t live without my Wittner leather
boots. They are the perfect combination
eye creme. It is a beautiful peachy tone
See more of Kate’s personal style and projects via her Instragram @katecharchalis ARTICLE CREDIT: KLOTHANDKOHL.COM
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trainer feature
Beer, Bread & Buttons we take a peek into the LIFE and work of our Head of Fashion Business, Hilde Heim, who this month travelled all the way to the UK to speak at Mansfield College, Oxford.
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ilde is a busy woman. Aside
Queensland University of Technology. On the
of Fashion Business, she has
published academic article Beer, Bread and
from being our head trainer
also owned a very successful
bridal store since 2004, Hilde Heim Designs, where Heim and her talented team create designer wedding gowns.
Not only that, but after completing her
Masters in Creative Industries in 2014, Hilde decided to go back for round two and is cur-
rently undergoing her doctoral studies at the
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following page is the abstract of Hilde’s latest Buttons, which includes research she recently was invited to share at Mansfield College in Oxford, UK.
Oh! And did we mention she worked as a
graphic designer at Vogue? This woman has done it all! We love having her extensive
knowledge in our classrooms. Our students are so lucky!
“...the micro-business model not only aligns with sustainable fashion practice, but provides the practitioner with the benefits of a creative workstyle at the same time that the consumer benefits from enriched and engaged mode of consumption.”
BEER, BREAD AND BUTTONS: AN EXAMINATION OF THE RISE OF THE ARTISANAL FASHION STUDIO IN THE GLOBALISED CREATIVE ECONOMY
micro-economic model could extend psy-
the fashion designer5 and social value to
chologically to the practitioner and socially
the consumer6. Through investigating the
to the consumer. According to Dougherty2
practices of a number of artisanal fashion
the new Maker Culture has gained popular-
designers (compiled from reports and social
ity through its ability to provide income as
media blogs) the study asks to what extent
The recognition that niche markets provide
well as the sense of satisfaction for the mak-
the practitioner is able to accept the nature
opportunities for small scale entrepreneurs
er. The consumer has also been enriched
of their sometimes precarious financial exis-
to survive and even thrive within the global
through one-on-one experiences and has
tence when balanced against the benefits of
creative economy1 has seen growth in arti-
increased knowledge and respect for the
a fulfilled and self-determined career.
sanally produced products including craft
origin of the product or service.
The paper will argue that the micro-business
beer, wood fired bread and custom made clothing. What however are the wider implications of the resurgence of this historically established business model? Looking from a constructivist perspective, the benefits arising from resurgence of this
The purpose of this paper is to profile the contemporary artisanal fashion studio and to examine the opportunities it may provide, including wellbeing for its practitioners,3/4 the potential for creative invigoration of
model not only aligns with sustainable fashion practice, but provides the practitioner with the benefits of a creative “workstyle”19 at the same time that the consumer benefits from enriched and engaged mode of consumption.
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“Imagine your art on a cushion, cup, smartphone or bed-spread — with people gushing “Wow, where can I get one of those?!”.”
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Art For Heart Sake S
ometimes it’s hard to believe that art can be such an incredibly genuine AND financially rewarding career. And who could believe that so many avenues now exist within easy reach for creative people to become well-paid, #inspired professionals?
Australian Institute of Creative Design visual arts courses are paving the way, and students are now running down that path towards dream jobs and the heart-loving holy grail: a creative life, free to roam where ever the imagination will take it. Of course, not all arts students are in it for the money (although it’s a nice bonus, right?!). Yet, the ability to take something creative and share it with many more people as a product that oozes personality and uniqueness is certainly satisfying. Imagine your art on a cushion, cup, smartphone or bed-spread — with people gushing “Wow, where can I get one of those?!”. The beauty of it all is that these are products with heart — not your seriously average, generic K-Mart style pieces. When the fine folk at the Australian Institute of Creative Design say their college is the place where creative people become creative professionals, I’m sure their sub-text is “without selling your soul to the heartless copy-and-waste commercialism that typically sucks all the art and craft out of product design!”
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art & design
Flying High Above The Sea Of Generic Textiles
“YOU ME & THE SEA” COLLECTION BY VISUAL ARTS STUDENT, REBECCA GEORGE
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Our students pull from art and nature, then add heart and soul to create great products that leap out from the crowd of same-same competitors.
THE BRIEF: Design textile collection for a high end Australian company that has established itself in the market place as a leading design brand for the past 35 years. Their extensive range of chic, discreetly elegant furniture and stylish home wares are complemented by the brand’s exclusive distribution rights of top-tier international brands. THE RESULTS: Wow! Serious eye-candy.
“SPRING” TEXTILE COLLECTION BY VISUAL ARTS STUDENT, BRENDA RICHARDSON
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Hot-Shot Graduate Cat Forsyth, one our talented photographers, graduated in Diploma of Photo Imaging this year. This week our own Head of Photography, Maureen Trainor, caught up with Cat to find out what she’s been up to...
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WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO BE A PHOTOGRAPHER?
HOW IMPORTANT IS PHOTOSHOP IN YOUR FINAL IMAGES?
I wanted to be able to chase the dream of
I am a massive photoshop fanatic, I use it on
living, working and surrounding myself in
just about every photo I edit. I love composites
This is exceptional work, combining visual
the creative world. Photography was able to
and photo manipulation, so I use it a lot. It
language with unique photography, drawing
provide me with diversity and many areas
basically just stays open on my computer 24/7.
and photoshop skills.
to experiment and explore, so for a girl who
ith Imagination and ingenuity Cat Forsyth has recently produced a visually exciting
and evocative series of self portraits.
Focused on the interaction of different mediums, reflection and the resolution of self and representation, Cats personal narrative explores identity throughout the creative process of fantasy. The impact of the images as a series not only heightens the viewer’s sensitivity to her concept but the coherent presentation elevates Cats unique viewpoint and creative vision.
TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOURSELF? Where do I start? Im a country girl from a small town near Wagga Wagga, N.S.W, I’ve always
changes her mind a lot, this is the ideal industry, how can you get bored!
WHAT IS YOUR MOST USED PHOTOSHOP TOOL, PLUG-IN, ACTION ETC.?
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR UNIQUE STYLE?
I don’t really have a most used tool. As some of
Well, I like to challenge the “norm”
I do find that I used a hell of a lot of Layering
my images take up to 3 days to complete, but and blending modes and the brush tool to help
I never really felt “normal”, so I like to hang
blend the layers together.
with the crazies On my more basic images, my favourite tool
WHAT TYPE OF CAMERAS DO YOU SHOOT WITH?
to help make them pop, is the dodge and burn
My first camera was a Sony Alpha 200, 10MP,
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE RECENT IMAGE YOU HAVE SHOT RECENTLY?
but I wanted to create larger printed images on to canvas for my art, so I went and bought a 24MP Nikon D7100.
tool!
I recently took some star shots over Lake
had a massive passion for art, film, and music,
Because I mainly shoot portraiture, and create
Cootharaba near Noosa Heads, Queensland.
And I have moved to the Gold Coast to study
composites and focus on a lot of post produc-
The nearest town gave off this beautiful glow in
Photography and tackle the music industry. I
tion, instead of “out of camera” photos, this
the night sky, making the lake look green, and
can’t decide what I want to be when I grow up,
camera was perfect for me.
the sky look like a rainbow.
so I am just going to enjoy the ride of the arts industry.
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“they whisper while your camera is taking the shots... (but) Don’t worry people, my camera can’t hear you” I love the silence when out shooting stars. I even find if there are people with you, they whisper while your camera is taking the shots. Don’t worry people, my camera can’t hear you (laughs).
WHAT ADVICE MIGHT YOU GIVE TO SOMEONE THAT’S TRYING TO FIND THEIR NICHE IN PHOTOGRAPHY? If you naturally love and enjoy a certain type of photography, you will shine in that genre, and
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST SOURCE OF INSPIRATION?
you will find something that is unique to you
Music gives me my biggest inspiration to my
And if you can’t find a “genre”, create your own
art, I have a huge respect to those artists that
and be confident in your art.
create amazing music videos and imagery! I hope to one day stand in those shoes.
WHAT WAS YOUR MOST MEMORABLE CLASS AND WHY? I Loved the Creative and Folio class.
within that genre.
WHICH TECHNIQUES DID YOU USE TO PRODUCE YOUR LATEST BODY OF WORK? My latest body of work is quite complex. I first set up a miniature studio, with a clear glass container filled with water. I took photos of
For one, we had a very understanding teacher
paint being poured into the water and I had
that would go to great lengths to help us get the
also taken nude self portraits with a timer.
support we needed at all times.
After I had collected all the images I needed for
And secondly, this was the creative, hands on
my composites, I started working in photo-
class, need I say more?
shop to put them all together. When I had completed the images I had them printed to
WHAT CONCEPTS INFLUENCED YOU THE MOST THAT YOU LEARNT DURING YOUR COURSE?
canvas and painted back onto the image for a more 3D effect. Some pencils were also used, coloured, graphite and charcoal.
I loved learning about long exposures and the mechanics of my camera in detail. It has helped me to become more confident with my experimenting.
YOU CAN FOLLOW MORE OF HER INSPIRING WORK ON FACEBOOK (SEARCH “ELLE CEI IMAGING”) AND INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT @SCAT333
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“What is normal? What is sane? What is reality? My mind is a maze, back and forth from what “should be” to what “could be”. I am a misfit, a loner, and a young rebel. I have questions... Too many of them, I live in the confusion of my own headspace. I am the epitome of strange. But I like it this way. Life wasn’t meant to be a certain way. Life is an experiment...” Cat Forsyth
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creative careers
The Place Where Creative People
Become Creative Professionals as ONE of australia’s leading creative colleges, the australian institute of creative design is transforming the lives of creative people by offering them a proven pathway for career development.
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ith over 18 years of consistently delivering remarkable courses (and the results to match!), the Australian Institute of
Creative Design clearly conveys it’s strong heritage in cutting-edge creative education and establishing it’s position as the most desireable and acclaimed creative design college in Australia. But what is truly exceptional is their personal passion and absolute commitment to providing pathways that lead to career success for their students. Our trainers are successful in their own right and are able to pass
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I have learnt so much and gained so much confidence. It has been an amazing journey — AICD has given me so many pathways and opportunities.” CHONTAE, GRADUATE
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Art & Design WWW.AICD.EDU.AU/ARTS
Extend your creativity and learn painting and drawing techniques with a range of mediums to enable you to create exciting and unique artworks and designs which can be turned into a range of products.
FULL-TIME
SHORT
WATERCOLOUR TECHNIQUES
DIPLOMA OF VISUAL ARTS (TEXTILE, PRINT & SURFACE DESIGN)
ABSTRACT PAINTING
MIXED MEDIA ARTWORK
ART CLUB
PART-TIME
CONTEMPORARY PAINTING
PORTFOLIO BUILDING WORKSHOP
DIPLOMA OF VISUAL ARTS (TEXTILE, PRINT & SURFACE DESIGN)
DIGITAL FABRIC DESIGN
CERTIFICATE III IN VISUAL ARTS (PAINTING & DRAWING) CERTIFICATE III IN VISUAL ARTS (TEXTILE, PRINT & SURFACE DESIGN)
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DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS FOR BEGINNERS MIXED MEDIA ART PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS TEXTILE DESIGN
Beauty Therapy WWW.AICD.EDU.AU/BEAUTY.
Our Beauty Therapy courses offer intensive training in the beauty and spa industry to give you the skills to work in your chosen area of these exciting and rapidly expanding career pathways.
FULL-TIME
DIPLOMA OF BEAUTY THERAPY
HOT STONE MASSAGE
CERTIFICATE III IN BEAUTY SERVICES
SHORT
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE
ACRYLIC & GEL NAILS
MANICURE & PEDICURE
FACIALS
MASSAGE
AROMATHERAPY
MICRO-DERMABRASION
BODY ELECTRICS
REFLEXOLOGY MASSAGE
BRAZILIAN WAXING
SPRAY TANNING
DESIGN & APPLY MAKEUP
START YOUR OWN SPA
ELECTROLYSIS
WAXING & TINTING
DIPLOMA OF BEAUTY THERAPY DIPLOMA OF SCREEN AND MEDIA (SPECIALIST MAKE-UP SERVICES) PART-TIME
CERTIFICATE II IN RETAIL COSMETICS CERTIFICATE III IN BEAUTY SERVICES CERTIFICATE III IN MAKE-UP
EYELASH EXTENSIONS HOPI EAR CANDLING
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Fashion Business WWW.AICD.EDU.AU/FASHION/BUSINESS
The fashion industry requires people with skills in the areas of management, marketing, merchandising, sales, buying and more. Business skills are also essential to any fashion designer wanting to start their own label.
FULL-TIME
SHORT
FASHION MARKETING
ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF FASHION & TEXTILES MERCHANDISING
FASHION BUSINESS & MERCHANDISING
START A FASHION BUSINESS WORKSHOP
FASHION BUYING
MENTORING
FASHION JOURNALISM
FASHION BUSINESS MENTORING PROGRAM
PART-TIME
FASHION RETAILING, MARKETING & MERCHANDISING DISTANCE
FASHION BUSINESS & MERCHANDISING
INTRODUCTION TO FASHION BLOGGING START YOUR OWN ONLINE BUSINESS COURSE VISUAL MERCHANDISING
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Fashion Design WWW.AICD.EDU.AU/FASHION.
Fashion design is more than just drawing gorgeous dresses! Opportunities in the fashion industry lie in many more areas, so we teach you not just how to design, but also every step of the process from creation to marketing, sales and more.
FULL-TIME
PATTERN MAKING
ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF APPLIED FASHION DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
DISTANCE
ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF FASHION & TEXTILES MERCHANDISING PART-TIME
CERTIFICATE II IN APPLIED FASHION DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE III IN DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS (FASHION DESIGN) FASHION DESIGN PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT FASHION RETAILING, MARKETING & MERCHANDISING
FASHION BUSINESS & MERCHANDISING FASHION DESIGN & STYLING SHORT
BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE SEWING LESSONS DIGITAL FABRIC DESIGN
FASHION ILLUSTRATION & FACES WORKSHOP FASHION JOURNALISM FAST TRACK FASHION DESIGN FOOTWEAR DESIGN HANDBAG DESIGN ILLUSTRATOR & PHOTOSHOP FOR FASHION DESIGN PATTERN MAKING
FASHION BUSINESS & MERCHANDISING
SWIMWEAR DESIGN
FASHION BUYING
TEXTILE DESIGN
FASHION DESIGN & PATTERN-MAKING
MENTORING
FASHION ILLUSTRATION
FASHION BUSINESS MENTORING PROGRAM
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Fashion Styling WWW.AICD.EDU.AU/STYLING
Fashion Styling is an exciting career path. But there is much more to it than being able to put together an outfit! Stylists have to put their hand to a wide range of skills, need a creative flair and eye for design, and must stay up to date with the current fashion trends.
FULL-TIME
FASHION EVENTS
DIPLOMA OF STYLING (FASHION, IMAGE & MEDIA)
FASHION JOURNALISM
PART-TIME
DIPLOMA OF STYLING (FASHION, IMAGE & MEDIA) DISTANCE
STYLING (FASHION, IMAGE & MEDIA) SHORT
FASHION BUYING
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FASHION STYLING HAIR STYLING IMAGE CONSULTING / PERSONAL STYLING INTRODUCTION TO FASHION BLOGGING STYLING FOR THE MEDIA INTRODUCTION TO HAIR STYLING
INTRODUCTION TO PERSONAL STYLING & IMAGE CONSULTANCY STREET STYLE IMAGE & FASHION FLAT LAYS
Interior Design WWW.AICD.EDU.AU/INTERIOR.
Would you love to create dynamic interior environments for residential, commercial and retail spaces? Learn to develop spaces that fufill a purpose, while being asthetically pleasing — putting together design concepts, space layout and flow, lighting, surfaces, fixtures and more...
FULL-TIME
SHORT
ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF INTERIOR DESIGN
COLOUR FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
CERTIFICATE III IN DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS (INTERIOR DECORATION)
COMMERCIAL INTERIORS
CERTIFICATE III IN INTERIOR DECORATION DISTANCE
INTERIOR DESIGN & DECORATION DISTANCE
D.I.Y. HOME RENOVATION DESIGNER DIGITAL FABRIC DESIGN FENG SHUI FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS
INTERIOR DESIGN & DECORATION LIGHTING FOR INTERIOR DESIGN PERSPECTIVE DRAWING FOR INTERIOR DESIGN TEXTILE DESIGN INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DESIGN
FLOOR PLANS FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
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Makeup WWW.AICD.EDU.AU/MAKEUP
Make-up artistry is an amazing career path. You can work in so many areas — weddings, formals, magazines, film & TV, fashion parades and events, photoshoots for catalogues and commercials, and retail cosmetics sales — just to name a few.
FULL-TIME
SHORT
INTRODUCTION TO MAKE-UP
DIPLOMA OF SCREEN AND MEDIA (SPECIALIST MAKE-UP SERVICES)
AIRBRUSH MAKEUP
SPECIAL EFFECTS MAKEUP
PART-TIME
FASHION & BRIDAL MAKE-UP
CERTIFICATE II IN RETAIL COSMETICS
FASHION MAKE-UP & HAIR STYLING
CERTIFICATE III IN MAKE-UP
HAIR STYLING
DIPLOMA OF SCREEN AND MEDIA (SPECIALIST MAKE-UP SERVICES)
MAKE-UP FOR YOU
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INTRODUCTION TO HAIR STYLING
Photography WWW.AICD.EDU.AU/PHOTOGRAPHY.
Discover the full scope of commercial, editorial, portraiture and fine art photography. Enjoy rewarding careers such as sports and action photography, landscapes, nature, architecture, interiors, fashion, glamour, stock imagery and event photography.
FULL-TIME
SHORT
DIPLOMA OF PHOTOGRAPHY & PHOTO IMAGING
FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY & STYLING
PART-TIME
GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA
CERTIFICATE III IN DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS (PHOTOGRAPHY) CERTIFICATE IV IN PHOTO IMAGING DIPLOMA OF PHOTOGRAPHY & PHOTO IMAGING
INTERMEDIATE FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
STUDIO LIGHTING TECHNIQUES TRAVEL AND LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY INTENSIVE
NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOSHOP FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY
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