a boutique showcase of
independent tasmanian art & design
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Welcome to our very first event for 2012. Our February market promises to inspire and excite, with 20 + carefully selected exhibitors, from mediums as varied as fashion illustration to bespoke ceramics. While vastly differing in products and style, all our exhibitors are of a similar ilk, which we feel demonstrates the core values of the market, to present customers with the cream of the crop of Art & Design in Tasmania. It is important to us, and we hope to you as well, that our line-up of artists, designers and makers present original designs, a sincere and ethical approach to their business and above all else, exhibit wares that are both beautiful and of a high quality manufacture. We hope you can join us on Feb 26th as we launch full steam ahead into 2012,
- Shannon + Holly Cover image : The Paper Shed
Copyright Š 2012 the market.
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1. Original artwork brooch, by Elliott My Dear 2. Clutch purses in limited edition fabrics, by giggling gertie 3. Paper ornament, by Hideyo 4. Original illustrated cushion, by Dancing at Dusk
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5. ‘Robin’ watercolour art card, by Mel Hills*Wild Art 6. Butterfly wing recycled sterling silver earrings, by Emily Arlotte Jewllery 7. Illustrated framed print, by Phat Flats 8. Soy wax candles, by Quiescence Candles
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e m i ly s n a d d e n d es i g n by Emily Snadden Emily Snadden is a contemporary jeweller and a brilliant one at that. She is award winning (more than once!) and her work reflects a love and response to the flora and architecture of Tasmania. This is contrasted with a sleek, clean geometric style of manufacture and means that her pieces are both polished but slightly organic… very beautiful. Statemental cuffs, delicate layered flower rings and pretty brushed silver seedpod earrings are some of our picks from the range, but truth be told, it’s all incredible.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? Emily Snadden Design is my day job – and I love it. When did your business begin and why? I graduated as fully qualified Jeweller in 2006 and have worked within the Jewellery industry for over 11 years. I held the position of onsite Jeweller for a local firm for three years but recently made the decision to start building my own business and as a result have ventured out on my own to follow my dream! Inspiration/design aesthetic? I am heavily inspired by the local environment – particularly our native Tasmanian flora and the local architecture and built up environment. My work draws inspiration from many resources but generally is founded on contrasts between organic form and clean lines.
Designers you admire? My work is inspired by a vast array of influences and artists – however some of my favourite designers include Catherine Truman, Claes Oldenburg and Carlier Makigawa… but there are so many favourites! What is your favourite part of Tasmania? One of my favourite places is the Tasmanian highlands – this is where I do most of my designing and where a lot of my design ideas become resolved. I love wandering through the bush photographing and collecting specimens with which to incorporate into my designs. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I love everything about my trade – from the design process to manufacture and finally delivery to the happy client. It is extremely rewarding to have created something from the soul for a client and to be rewarded by their pleasure when it is finished and it becomes theirs - to have hand created something which then becomes a part of someone’s family history is a great honour. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? Handmade, unique contemporary Jewellery – designed in response to the local environment and made with love.
contact Emily 040 981 270 info@emilysnadden.com www.emilysnadden.com
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E l l i ot T m y d e a r by Sarah & Hamish Elliott Apart from possibly being the nicest and most gentle souls we’ve ever met, Sarah and Hamish Elliott are an incredibly talented duo. Sarah is an oil painter who has a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the VCA in Melbourne and Hamish is a Jazz Double Bassist who now works full-time in design. Their range of original paintings and watercolours, many inspired by Sarah’s childhood are sublime….think a 19th Century garden, red and white toadstools, an owl hooting at bedtime, and a pear orchard, just lovely!
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? Our house is filled with music, cooking, sewing, painting, books and the creative space of a homeschooling family. We spend each day creatively treasuring our space with our children. When did your business begin and why? We’ve been successfully running our own design business Ingres Violin for five years and with great reception to Sarah’s artwork decided to expand into a second business. Elliott My Dear began in 2011 bringing Sarah’s artwork and a unique aesthetic into a design environment. Inspiration/design aesthetic? Sarah uses traditional painting methods in oils and watercolours and paints from
the imaginative space of her childhood spent in a two acre 19th Century garden. Filled with red and white toadstools, an owl hooting at bedtime, platypuses in the creek, a pear orchard and a towering Wellingtonia with a silver star shining over the town; her childhood is an endless source of inspiration. Sarah paints her children and from a love of a childhood imaginative space. Elliott My Dear has a distinctly 1800’s, fairytale, poetic appeal. Designers you admire? We love a unique voice and a story in the handmade and have travelled to England to see the Pre-Raphealite and the Arts and Crafts Movements work. We read the works of Ruskin and are constantly visiting the NGV to see the old old paintings. We love design that brings beauty and contemplation to the everyday. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? We love family holidays at the Bay of Fires for quiet, space and sand that is like little gemstones. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? We love working slowly and carefully in a meaningful way and feel privileged to be able to work creatively everyday without compromise. By designing, making and selling our own work we meet lovely people who appreciate our creativity and share in our story. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? We have a range of Museum standard Archival prints, brooches, pocket mirrors and accessories as well as some original artworks. We look forward to creating new artworks and designs for Elliott My Dear throughout the year!
contact Sarah & Hamish 0411 609 926 elliottmydear@gmail.com www.elliottmydear.com
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s p o o n s av v y by Angela Lowe Spoons…who would have thought they could be so cool. Particularly when they’re old and interesting and cleverly refashioned into rings. Pretty rings, quirky rings, and sometimes the odd pendant too! Angela Lowe collects all manner of cutlery, which she restores and beautifies until it becomes lovely sturdy jewellery. Spoon lovers (and just lovers of beautiful vintage things) everywhere rejoice! Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I’m a student of Visual Art at UTAS where I’m currently exploring the mediums of sound, film and digital media. I also have a veggie patch, bake sourdough and enjoy diving, fishing and gleaning to feed my sweet little family. I consider the spoons my day job. When did your business begin and why? Once upon a time I looked at the beautiful pattern engraved in the handle of a spoon. It was an old silver spoon – I thought it would make a beautiful silver ring. It did. I remember that spoon. I’ve since discovered that this is not an original idea, in fact spoon rings were originally made in 17th century England, pilfered from the drawers by servants and used as wedding rings. Starting ‘Spoon Savvy’ was a response to the need to earn an income while doing something I enjoy from an isolated corner of a peninsula on this beautiful island we live upon. I considered the skills I’d developed over the years through; making, designing, blogging, marketing, writing, living and studying. I decided that I had all of the ingredients to make a success of this, took the leap, and built my wings on the way down.
Inspiration/design aesthetic? The undiscovered. The idea that when limited to a single medium (such as a spoon) the design possibilities are unlimited. I’m inspired by the stars, the seasons, the tides and all of the experiences that are presented to me through the people and the places I explore. Designers you admire? David Keats, Tim Lowry , Pirates Dreaming, The Naughty Pony, Noni Howard, Natasa Milenovic, Gay Hawkes. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? The undiscovered. I feel as though I could spend a lifetime exploring this beautiful Island, its coastlines, islands and waterways. I also favour the people here, there’s something special about Islanders. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I love the search for the rare spoon. A pattern that I haven’t discovered before, a piece of cutlery with a purpose or a history that you’d never expect would exist and the sharing these rare beauties and their stories with spoon ring lovers and discoverers. I love the joy that a simple object such as a spoon can bring to people, as they find a connection to their past through a spoon handle pattern; realise that ‘this ring’ was once a spoon; or share my designs with loved ones as thoughtful gifts or objects of affection. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? Your favourite things – spoon rings and, inspired seasonal designs – imagine an eclipse in a soup spoon hanging from your neck; a silver leaved teaspoon scoop dangling from your earlobe, a salt spoon ring for your salt of the earth.
contact Angela 0417 638 447 spoonsavvy@hotmail.com www.spoonsavvy.com
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M E L H ILLs * WILD ART by Mel Hills Mel Hills is artistic‌and scientific. This interesting (and we think complimentary) combo makes for an even more interesting style of work. Mel specialises in watercolour landscapes, wildlife art and scientific illustration. She makes a beautiful range of cards and limited edition prints, depicting native animals and landscapes. Her illustrations are precise (of course!) and her selection of animals/landscapes inspired and free spirited.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I call it sandwich work. My family, the business, the property. Extra (day job) work if it’s available. When did your business begin and why? Although I had worked for a number of years as a freelance artist Mel Hills * Wild Art came about in 2008 when I got tired of being between jobs so often. So I produced the first range of card designs to help pay for framing and went from there. Inspiration/design aesthetic? Nature and everything and everyone around me. Designers you admire? Every Tasmanian artist I have ever met . Quite a few I haven’t. Off the top of my
head I can come up with 15 (with direct design impact on my work/mind). Roger Murphy, Keith Brockie, Bill Cooper, Joanne Mitchelson, Lisa Falk, Tunnicliffe, Lloyd Rhees, Roy Gilbert, Nigel Lazenby, Belinda Kurczok, Katherine Cooper, Angus Douglas, Nicholas Day, Peter Marsack. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? Every last stone and leaf. Wave curl and cloud sweep. Most especially, the light. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? It is bliss being immersed in the landscape when you’re painting. The mozzies, midges, ants and march flies can be a bit distracting though. I love the feeling of wonder and discovery, and sharing that joy with other people. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? A beautiful range of cards and limited edition prints of native animals and landscapes. Hopefully a few original studies and framed pieces as well.
contact Mel 03 6253 5170 hills.mel@gmail.com www.melhillswildart.com
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q u i es c e n c e c a n d l es by Kate Allen Gorgeous in their simplicity, Quiesence candles are made from soy wax (no nasty chemicals here!) and are housed in a cleverly and purposefully chosen collection of recycled glassware. The candles are scented with pure essential oil blends‌. delightfully delicate, the scents are decadent and gently uplifting at the same time. Lovely lady behind the label Kate Allen, handcrafts all of her products, pouring each candle into its one-off jar or glass container. Quiesence candles look lovely on their own, but we have to say, rather stunning in twos or threes! Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I studied science and have worked as a researcher in agriculture for the last ten years. This is now a part-time job that I balance with Quiescence Candles. When did your business begin and why? I poured my first candle almost three years ago and enjoyed the intricate process of paring up wicks and containers, melting wax, checking temperatures, blending oils - to my mind it was a bit like cooking (I prefer to follow recipes exactly and use precise measurements!). That year I made candles to give as gifts to friends and family. I have always had an appreciation for things handmade, and it was a great way to experiment with something new, and to receive honest feedback from people close to me whose input I value and am guided by. My background has helped me to understand the physical properties of the materials I work with, and problem-solve some of the many challenges that soy wax can present, but I have also learned to be guided by my intuition and accept that there will always be variations from one candle to the next, no matter how accurate my measuring is.
Inspiration/design aesthetic? My inspiration comes from all things natural and respectful to the environment, expressed foremost through the use of recycled jars, and decision to use soy wax and pure essential oils. When I first started making candles I used empty jars and bottles that I already had in the cupboard, instead of buying new glassware. I quickly developed a love for the vast shapes and designs and started going to junk shops and garage sales in search of unique and appealing containers that have had a previous life. Fowlers Vacola jars, an iconic Australian brand, were the usual suspects on my travels. The imperfections in the glass hint to the years of use they have had and create a unique finished product. It is important to me that the beautiful glasses and jars stay in circulation and continue to be used long after the candle has been enjoyed. Designers you admire? Anyone who shares their creativity with the world. I have a huge respect for the relationship that craftspeople have developed with their chosen tools and materials. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? The people I meet. The experience of collecting preserving jars has been more enjoyable than I could have imagined. I feel lucky to have the opportunity to connect with people who once enjoyed preserving as ‘a way of life’, and to recreate the story of each glass for another generation. The interactions with people at the market, whether they are seeing my candles for the first time, or are returning with an empty jar, is also a very rewarding feeling. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? Each of my candles is hand crafted, and poured into a one-off jar or glass container that has been purposefully collected. I retail my Fowlers Vacola range of candles through a small number of stockists as well as the market, but I also bring an assortment of vintage glassware candles to the market that are distinctive in their shape, colour and design. Lots of thought and energy has gone into sourcing these, and I hope people enjoy the fun in finding something unique!
contact Kate 0417 139 483 enquiry@quiescencecandles.com.au www.quiescencecandles.com.au
quiescence candles handmade in Tasmania
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NO S MO S by Hiedi Limebeer & Rodney Alexander NosMos is an art/design duo of two talented souls, Hiedi Limebeer and Rodney J. Alexander. Together they produce unique illustrated works (including lovely framed watercolour pieces), art focused garments and jewellery. For those with a passion for feathered friends, you’re in luck.…birds pop up regularly in the Nos Mos world with watercolour peacocks morphing into eyes, and little wrens on feathery vines.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? NosMos is a full-time business for the duo. They have collectively studied fine art, graphic design and fashion design at university. Therefore, embarking on this journey was natural progression; combining their passions, interests, talents and skills. Being driven by the “creative” right side of the brain, people would not be surprised to find out that Hiedi & Rodney also don a second hat as working musicians. Their recent debut CD Carry Me Away featured on ABC Radio; described by Radio National’s Geoff Wood as a ‘real find’. They have recently performed at The Taste of Tasmania and the the Cygnet Folk Festival. Hiedi is often compared to Celtic singer/songwriters such as Loreena McKennitt and Enya. You can find out more about their music at hiedilimebeer.com When did your business begin and why? NosMos means “we will” in latin. NosMos is brand spankingly new; having just had their first rotation around the sun. NosMos burst into existance soon after Hiedi
and Rod moved from Sydney to Tasmania and discovered you have to be Jack of all trades to survive. Inspiration/design aesthetic? Birds pop up regularly in the NosMos world with watercolour peacocks morphing into eyes, and little wrens on feathery vines. Designers you admire? NosMos are inspired by scientific illustrators like Ernst Haeckel, James Audubon. Surrealist James Gleeson, MC Escher Michael Parkes and a gazillion other artists who bring nature into their art and design work, like glass artist- Dale Chihuly and Andy Goldsworthy. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? Tasmania’s beauty and tranquility is hard to ignore it seeps into your psyche and before you know it… you are hooked; connected to a place like never before. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? Hiedi and Rod cherish their freedom and the freedom to be creative. “It is always a real pleasure when people take NosMos products home or give them as gifts. They take a little piece of us with them”, said Hiedi. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? NosMos create original Watercolour/pencil framed art, mixed media greeting cards, cut wood and acrylic jewellery, hand screen printed tshirts and organic cotton cushions… everything designed and created by NosMos in Tasmania.
contact Hiedi & Rod 0407 279 686 nosmos@ymail.com www.nos-mos.com
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giggling gertie by Calista Anderson-Leitch We’re so looking forward to seeing what wonderful things Giggling Gertie produces this year. From her teeny tiny mini purses to the decadent double clutch, her products are perfection. Lovely and limited run fabrics, pretty linings, a good range of size options and the cutest product names (because of course that’s important when we’re talking purses!) This year, we’re pleased to say, Giggling Gertie designer Calista Anderson-Leitch is also producing cushions and lovely collared tops to keep her range of bags company.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I am an assistant manager at Spacebar Gallery. When did your business begin and why? Giggling gertie started out as a college graphics project where I designed a lookbook and fashion label identity. I made a couple of t-shirts and bags with giggling gertie swing tags and labels. It was pretty fun! I started making wallets and purses for friends and they were a hit! So I approached a local boutique and people actually started buying my purses! In a shop! In 2010 I began my final year of Diploma of Fashion Design and Technology and I had my first market stall. I learnt a lot in the fashion course and six years after that first college project giggling gertie is doing really well. I have lots of plans for the next 12 months too, so, as they say, ‘watch this space!’
Inspiration/design aesthetic? I thoroughly admire the era of design from the 1900’s through to the 1950’s. The colours, patterns and fabrics from that era are just divine! Art Nouveau and Art Deco are definitely my favourite movements which have dictated the style of my house, studio and wardrobe. That era also inspires me because of the multitude of changes that occurred, socially and morally, and also within the fashion industry; the epic shift from custom made wardrobes to off the rack is amazing. It inspires me to find a middle ground between the two extremes to satisfy present day wants and needs. The other big influence I have from that era is that the regard for quality back then was a lot higher, as was the importance of endurance in both the design and functionality of products and fashion. Designers you admire? Charlie Harper, Florence Broadhurst, Lisa Gorman, Rodarte, Nancy Bird, Sophie LeBlanc, Lucienne Day. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I really love the satisfaction of making something from start to finish; to see that finished and useful product at the end of the process is a joy! Even more so, I LOVE that customers appreciate what I do. Having market stalls, explaining the features of an item, or telling someone about the history of the fabric pieces I’ve used and sharing my passion, is thoroughly enjoyable. I also love the process of matching the fabrics together for each purse or bag; it involves big piles of fabric, rummaging, consideration and the occasional surprises! The only complaint I would have about what I do is that super-glue is really sticky! That’s the only part of my process which is irreversible and permanent, mistakes are hard to correct! What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? An everchanging collection of purses, as well as some new items such as cushion covers and simple tops with collars too. There will also be a collaboration with a fabulous Tasmanian illustrator and designer, stay tuned to see the results of our work together. And, as always, giggling gertie will be putting the fun in functional.
contact Calista 0407 870 037 gigglinggertie@gmail.com www.gigglinggertie.com
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Magoolie d es i g n s by Julie Hoddy Magoolie Designs designer Julie Hoddy produces the most blissful collection of ceramics from her small Hobart studio. Feminine, delicate and handmade using Southern Ice Porcelain, the range incorporates jewellery, decorations and homewares. Oh, and one more little thing, in 2012 Magoolie Designs will be creating a small selection of one-off designs for the market‌.yay!
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? This is my day job, as well as being a mother to 3 beautiful boys. When did your business begin and why? My business began as a hobby. When my children were younger I participated in some Adult Education courses in the evening, to take some time out for myself and to develop my creativity. In 2003 one of the courses I did was ceramics, and I was hooked. In 2009 I decided to turn my hobby into a full-time business. Inspiration/design aesthetic? I use Southern Ice Porcelain, as it as a clay that was developed in Tasmania. My products are quite feminine and I am always finding new inspiration every day, whether it’s a colour combination, shape or pattern.
Designers you admire? Les Blakeborough, Louise Olsen, Collette Dinnigan What is your favourite part of Tasmania? The beach – it’s where I go to clear my head. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I love doing what I do. I work from my studio in my garden and it is great being able to be flexible with family and work. The only downside is that sometimes I get a little carried away in my studio, and my housework doesn’t get done. It often looks like a tornado has hit. I also dislike the bookwork and paperwork that comes with running a business. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? Of course I will have my jewellery range, which I wholesale to various outlets. But for the market I will also be offering some limited edition and one-off jewellery pieces, along with a small collection of homewares, including mugs, plates and bowls. And don’t forget Christmas Ornaments at the end of the year.
contact Julie 0407 629 096 magooliedesigns@gmail.com www.magoolie.blogspot.com
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Hideyo by Maya McDonell & Sam Beckman
Maya and Sam design and work together under the name hideyo. This was Maya’s mother’s name, who remains a creative and inspiring influence. It is a Japanese name that also alludes to the Japanese influence in much of their work. Their fabric and paper creations use almost solely recycled and eco-friendly materials. They love the qualities of materials like old clothes and unwanted books that can only come with age. Along with the exciting process of recreating an item into something new, this also represents their commitment to a gentler impact on the unique Tasmanian environment and the world at large.
contact Maya & Sam 0408 464 576 hideyodesigns@yahoo.com.au hideyodesigns.com.au
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t he p a p e r she d by Tonia Gretschmann
Hurrah! Finally a product to help out the non-crafty types around us to make gorgeous, quirky, hand crafted items…ones that don’t resemble a kindergarten craft project! The Paper Shed makes a range of super cute DIY kits, from which you can create the likes of softly felted mushrooms, chubby little sparrows, and all other manner of bespoke style woodland creatures.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? No, not any more. I have been lucky enough to make the move to full time craftist! When did your business begin and why? About two years ago I stopped working as a primary school teacher and started the paper shed. I had been creating felt birds and giving them to friends as gifts and people wanted to have a go at making their own, so I developed the designs into patterns and began producing sewing kits on a larger scale. I now sell the kits online (thepapershed.com.au), at craft markets and through a select group of boutique gift and craft shops. I love being able to make a living doing what I love. Inspiration/design aesthetic? the paper shed’s designs are inspired by a combination of things that I love: the natural world, especially Tasmania, the handmade aesthetic and craft tradition, beautiful materials and patterns, the stunning creations that my fellow crafters come up with, photography and drawing, film.
Designers you admire? Fellow textile bird-maker Ann Wood, all-round craftist and promoter of all things handmade Pip Lincolne, whimsical and extremely talented paper cutter Rob Ryan. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? There are too many! I spent my childhood on an organic farm in the central north of Tasmania... the rolling green hills dotted with many rows of trees and friendly Jersey cows hold a very special place in my heart. I love to be anywhere in the wild mountains and on the pristine beaches – we are so lucky to live on such a beautiful island. And Hobart holds its own special charm, the perfect mix of small country town and yet big enough to have everything I need. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I love bringing a new idea into reality with lots of little scribbles, sketches, prototypes, changes, experimentation and beautiful materials. It is such a fascinating process to bring a two dimensional idea into a three dimensional project that can be produced from a pattern. Often the result is not quite what I had hoped for and it requires much tweaking and adjusting before I’m happy with it. I have a box in my studio labelled work in progress which contains all the notquite-finished ideas – it’s so satisfying to complete a design into something that I am proud to put my name to! What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? the paper shed will display a growing collection of craft kits in a delightful range of colours, with a sample of each finished project to inspire you to make your own. Additionally, at each market I bring out a different collection of handmade items from my latest creative endeavors.
contact Tonia 0437 994 385 tonia@thepapershed.com.au www.thepapershed.com.au
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je m m a c l e m e n t s h a n d b l o w n g l a ss by Jemma Clements Jemma Clements brings a distinctively fresh style to the world of glass blowing. Trained under renowned glass artist, and father, Richard Clements, Jemma has embarked on a career which has seen her selling her intricately handcrafted pieces interstate and internationally. Her products include a bright colourful range of jewellery, bespoke perfume bottles and gorgeous decorations. All with Jemma’s strong original sense of style, focusing on spontaneity, light and colour.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I was working full time as a glass artist but since the birth of my two daughters, I am currently working part-time. When did your business begin and why? Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Huon Valley, I grew up in a family that was passionate about glass. I always knew I wanted to pursue a career in glass so in 1995 I embarked upon an apprenticeship with my father, Richard Clements. In the beginning I focussed primarily on perfume bottles, selling both interstate and internationally. After many years I discovered bead making and was instantly hooked! Pursuing bead making enables me to combine my love of fashion with my work. I spent every Saturday of my childhood at Salamanca Market “helping� behind the stall. It was a natural progression for me to have my own market stalls. I love the whole process from making to selling and interacting with customers.
Inspiration/design aesthetic? As mentioned I was initially inspired by my family’s love of glass. I feel fortunate to have had a trade as well as a creative passion passed down to me. My father and I share a workshop in Franklin and he inspires me always. We both influence each other’s work. I also have my own workshop at home now, which is great as it gives me more time to tinker on my work. I endeavor to have a strong, original sense of style. I want my work to be a celebration of the medium. Designers you admire? Tasmania is overflowing with talented artisans. While there are many excellent designers interstate, I think it is great to celebrate Tasmania’s exceptional local designers. I admire Richard Clements, Carmen Blythe, Natalie Holtsbaum, Emily Snadden, My Mother Mabel, Little Lari, Roger Webb and Alex + Marion Ceramics…I could go on and on! I love anything Japanese, especially Japanese hand made beads. The skill and their attention to detail are phenomenal. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? I just adore Tasmania now, when I was younger I took it for granted. We are blessed with beautiful beaches, amazing wilderness and an extraordinary way of life. My favourite part of Tasmania now would have to be MONA. I love everything about it; the building, the art and the artefacts, the food and wine, everything. It is world class and out in Berridale…Amazing!! What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? Being self-employed is wonderful, although not being paid for sick days is quite upsetting! When I am feeling uninspired it can be difficult to motivate myself. That is probably one of the more challenging aspects of being self-employed. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? A wide variety of my work including a full range of my bight, colourful studs, sterling silver and hand blown bead necklaces and perfume bottles.
contact Jemma 0407 853 976 jemma_clements@hotmail.com
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b i r dy & m e / DANCING AT DU S K by Kelly Smith & Lauren Stevenson Kelly Smith is the incredible illustrator behind the Birdy & Me label. With a seriously impressive list of clients (Vogue, H&M, L’avion) Kelly focuses on fashion illustration and portraiture and also produces limited edition prints and artworks that are whimsical, beautiful and inspiring all at once. This year she has delved into homewares (yay!) and has teamed up with Lauren Stevenson to produce a collaborative collection of cushions and bags under their brand new offshoot label ‘Dancing at Dusk’….we’re excited! Do you have a day job, if so what is it? Kelly is an illustrator who has worked with local and international clients including Vogue Australia, Portmans, and H&M. Lauren is part of the office grind by day, creative genius by night. When did your business begin and why? B&M : I graduated from art school itching to start drawing again after 4 years of focusing primarily on photography and graphic design. I started a blog and etsy store to display and sell my work and things progressed from there! D@D: We are brand new, launching our products this Feb at the market. Our business blossomed from a conversation about how badly we wanted to design and create our own products so we thought ‘why not!’ and went for it. Inspiration/design aesthetic? B&M: My work has quite a soft aesthetic; it’s very monochrome with subtle pops
of colour. I find most of my inspiration in fashion, film and fairytales. I’m literally addicted to fashion magazines so photography always plays a huge part in my process. I like to create a strong sense of character and whimsy in my girls! D@D: Both of us are very inspired by colour and pattern. It’s quite a girly aesthetic, but with a lot of tribal, bohemian influences. Designers you admire? We love the work of Kat Macleod, Julie Verhoeven, Stina Persson, Kate Banazi and David Downton. They use colour amazingly well. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? Both of us would probably say Salamanca or the huge amount of coastline. Give us some sun, a park or a beach and we’re happy. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? B&M: The fact that I get paid to do what is essentially my hobby is pretty much the best thing ever! Of course no job is ever perfect, we all get that difficult client, or unexpected deadline. But I wouldn’t trade jobs with anyone! (Apart from maybe Anna Wintour) D@D: At the moment everything is so new and exciting it’s hard to find any negatives. As with any new business, we’re sure to hit a few bumps in the road as we continue to learn more about it. We’ll get back to you on that one! What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? We’re launching with a range of cushions, zip bags and cards in two different ranges. We have the ‘Tigerlily’ range which has a bit of a Navajo vibe, and our ‘Sweet Nectar’ range which is all about blossoms and colour.
contact Kelly & Lauren kelly@birdyandme.com.au | hello@dancingatdusk.com www.birdyandme.com.au | www.dancingatdusk.com
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je n n y m i l l s je w e l l e r y by Jenny Mills Jenny Mills Jewellery features beautifully classic designs, quality ingredients and just the right amount of bling! Her jewels are precious, but just a little unexpected. We like how she creates on trend products but definitely not of the mass produced variety…these ones are special, just like the lovely lady who creates them. Do you have a day job, if so what is it? Yes… I am a nurse. I work in Palliative Care. I can probably blame my “day job” (which happens to be at night) for my attitude to life and to my jewellery design. No one really needs jewellery… yet it makes us feel loved, fits when nothing else will, marks an occasion and brings back memories. When you work in Palliative Care, you tend to live a little more in the moment, don’t fuss as much about things that don’t matter, and really respect the strength, resolve and acceptance that is possible to achieve! I love both my “jobs” ! When did your business begin and why? I made my very first piece in July 2006. I was just after unique and fabulous gift ideas for my nieces then… but even those basic and very naive early pieces, made me excited about the potential of jewellery design! Oh… and it was the very best excuse to shop for sparkly and precious bits and pieces! Inspiration/design aesthetic? I start very often with a component that makes me excited and then it works it’s way around in my brain until it becomes a part of a greater piece. Often it’s like
a challenge – a clasp for instance which prefers to be the focal piece, or even an unusual gem that needs some care and innovation to be at it’s best. Aesthetically though I am a little in the moment. I may have been inspired by a photo or a beach scene, or even by a beautiful bit of fashion design. But even more than texture and dimension, I am inspired by colour and light. I like to be a little unexpected, but comfortable. Designers you admire? I was influenced very early on by a couple of established designers Brenda Schweder, who now works in steel and is very innovative and exciting… her pieces are quite strong and powerful… and Barbara Becker Simon, who made the most beautiful (and expensive) glass beads at that time! I bought some of those beads in the most remarkable colours … and I still have them today! I haven’t made them up! I literally use them for inspiration… I hold them and look at them often. I am interested in the fact that all jewellery designers have a sort of signature… you can pick their pieces in a line up! What is your favourite part of Tasmania? I LOVE Tasmania! I love to travel, to visit places that have history and new experiences and cultures and people who don’t speak English! It’s that moment though when you get off the plane at the exposed and tiny Hobart airport, with the fresh clean air and the no fuss attitude and the sniffer dog to greet you! What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I love the excuse to play with beautiful gems and components and the response from a happy customer. I also really love being “involved” in a special event – especially weddings. My biggest gripe is the abundance of mass produced and copied designs available. If it is too cheap someone has been exploited in the making…don’t start me with this! What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? To honour our summer, I will be bringing a lot of turquoise, yellow and red to the market, used with sterling silver and leather and fabulous vintage fabrics.
contact Jenny 0418 391 645 jennymills_jewellery@mac.com www.jennymillsjewellery.com.au
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penny black p r o je c t by Joanna Smith The Penny Black Project is a clever little art project for people who want to be more creative but find that they are short on time‌.so pretty much most people with a creative bone in their body! Participants are encouraged to follow project briefs to create a series of miniature artworks. Illustration, collage, crochet, textiles, sculpture and photography and any other medium you fancy can be submitted. In 2012 the Penny Black Project has also expanded to incorporate a range of vintage postage stamp paper products aimed for everyday inspiration.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I am currently a fulltime student, studying business and majoring in accounting, and work part time as a book keeper for the Design Centre Tasmania. After I finish uni my goal is to become a qualified accountant and start my own fulltime business supporting creative people in business (and pursue my own creative interests). When did your business begin and why? The Penny Black Project started in August 2009. I was working fulltime, studying part-time, and was looking for a way to incorporate more creativity into my everyday life. I had just finished an art project 4 Words 4 Paper (4wordsforpaper.blogspot. com) which encouraged participants to create a series of artist books, I had gotten so much from participating in this project that I decided to create an art project of my own. The key for me was to keep the projects small and by chance I stumbled onto the idea of basing the projects around postage stamps, starting with the first postage stamp the Penny Black, and so the Penny Black Project was born.
Inspiration/design aesthetic? I am a big fan of Scandinavian design and the idea of design that is available to everyone. I love their idea of having beautifully crafted things for everyday living. I am also drawn to Japanese minimalism and the concept of shibumi - the beauty in the simple, subtle and unobtrusive. I am also a big fan of design that uses recycled and reclaimed materials - in my own work I try to keep the use of new materials to a minimum. Designers you admire? Lately I have been very much inspired by the work of Japanese Architect Tadao Ando. He has been described as one of the most influential built environment designers of the post modern era, but what I admire most is that he is entirely self taught, having only completed the first year of an architectural degree before deciding to drop out and go his own way. I love this as it goes to show that if you put your mind to it you really can achieve anything (even if that means going against the system). But I would have to say that my favourite designer is Matty C Smith, who has been helping me with the design work for the Penny Black Project, from branding all the way through to a potential retail store for the future. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? Running an art project I am constantly amazed at the creativity of the participants. I send out the same brief to everyone and then 6 weeks later I get an impossible range of responses, all completely different and totally individual. It is incredibly inspiring and motivating. However with all this inspiration and motivation around I do find that there is just not the time to get everything I would like done. I am hoping that this situation will improve once my studies are finished (at the end of this year!). What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? Expect inspiration and hopefully a little motivation to pursue your own creativity. If you don’t think of yourself as creative then there is always the lovely stamp ephemera for you to keep or perhaps share through the post with a friend (but really if you don’t think of yourself as creative, but secretly wish you were then I think the Penny Black Project is exactly the project for you).
contact Joanna 0417 730 879 pennyblackproject@gmail.com www.pennyblackproject.blogspot.com
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dick + dora by Mel French When we think of Dick and Dora we think of joyful and oversized decorations, a clever and intuitive collection of statement brooches and necklaces and an expanding range of wares in spot on colours and designs. This year the label will see an exciting new direction under its brand new owner and all round stylish lady Mel French. Keep your eyes peeled for some lovely new Dick and Dora home wares, we can’t wait!
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? This year sees me taking on my new role of Dora full time. I have worked as a photographer, visual merchandiser, in retail and event stylist, all whilst doing the markets on the side. This is the first time I have taken the leap to full time maker. Harriet and Georgina (former directors) warned me D&D would take over every nook and cranny in my house and then some – they weren’t wrong! When did your business begin and why? Buying D&D in January was an exciting opportunity for me to design and make full time. Since 2007 I have been a regular at Tassie markets and wholesaling with my old business my paperdoll. This year brings a new challenge in continuing Harriet and Georgina’s hard work and a chance to play with designs and new 3D printing technology-very exciting.
Inspiration/design aesthetic? I find inspiration in many of my favourite things- childhood memories of books and games, industrial design, buildings, textures, old textiles. I love farm sheds in paddocks that are nearly falling down. My grandmother’s old kitchen utensils and smudged hand written recipe books. Frankly anything well loved - the more beat up and weathered the better. Quite keen on constellation charts, old world globes and aerial photography too. The MONA building is incredibly inspiring. Other times inspiration can strike at the unlikeliest moment. Designers you admire? Nonda Katsalidis who designed the Mona building. It is awe inspiring. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? I love the white sandy beaches on the east coast on a wild and windy winters day and I love the rich red soil of the NW coast that stains your shoes. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I love being able to ‘make’ everyday. I could be making balaclavas and I’d be happy. I love slight craziness of market days but maybe not the early starts. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? Designs that make them smile. A touch of whimsy and nostalgia. Must have homewares. Just because.
contact Mel 0408 303 126 dickanddora@dickanddora.com www.dickanddora.com
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tea and honey d es i g n by Kate Piekutowski Tea and Honey Design burst onto the scene after a solo exhibition in August 2011. And we mean burst…people adore Kate Piekutowski’s artwork, and are drawn to the warmth and colour in her works, along with her glaringly obvious talent and sincerity for what she does. Her nostalgic etchings are based largely on her Polish heritage and her work often has an intriguing essence of self-portraiture. Kate also creates a small line of lovely old fashioned jewellery, with a bit of a young fresh modern twist…perfect really.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I have just finished my Bachelor of Fine Arts with a major in printmaking and am now studying Masters of Fine Arts. As well as doing the market I am having solo exhibitions and displaying my work in Inka Gallery in Salamanca. When did your business begin and why? Tea and Honey Design is only a recent business as the artwork is new and I basically went from college to University. The works really kicked off at my Solo Exhibition in August 2011 where I had a huge interest from the public. Since then, I have been trying to exhibit and show my work as much as possible. Inspiration/design aesthetic? My work is really based around my European heritage and has developed around the disconnection I have with my Polish heritage. I am fascinated with how we
develop connections to certain places and the ideas behind what makes a ‘home’. These works, particularly my printmaking is dealing with these subjects and also with self-portraiture and fashion. There is also a certain element of design and structure about my work where I often rework my designs on Photoshop before creating them into prints. Designers you admire? As a printmaker I am more attracted to printmaking artists such as Jazmina Cininas who is a Melbourne-based artist. I love artists that are using their heritage and background to conceptualize their works. Artists such as Christian Boltanski excite me for their interest in the darkness of European history. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? I think that Tasmania is a very beautiful place and it is difficult to pinpoint which place is the best! However I would have to say I love Salamanca Place as it reminds me of Krakow in Poland and all the beautiful buildings which are individually painted and decorated. I also love Bay of Fires as it makes me feel at home. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I love about my work that it is so personal yet people can feel connected to it on so many different levels. I think that the works often reminds people of home and Tasmania, yet they are predominantly dealing with my relationship to Poland. I love how although I feel part of two worlds, they sort of meld into one another when I express my ideas onto paper. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? When people come to the market I think they can expect to see from Tea and Honey Design a range of etchings as well as my new line of jewellery made out of Tibetan silver and handmade beads from polymer clay. I am excited to hear what people think about the works as I think that the luscious reds and nostalgic colours in the works will definitely attract the eye.
contact Kate 0408 365 658 kateanna_p@hotmail.com www.thesewingroom-buttonsandlace.blogspot.com
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c u r m i l l a d es i g n s + illustrations by Lara Carborne Lara Carbone creates original artworks and adorable little bundles of whimsy to wear. We’re talking miniature, intricately handmade fairytale themed jewels…think bespoke bears, little red riding hood and pretty much every favourite character from your childhood you can think of….adorable! Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I am currently attending University in Hobart, Tasmania so as to obtain a BFA in photography, which is one of my other passions. My approach to photography is similar to the approach I have when I create my designs. I actively participate in each creation. In fact, my photographs are often self-portraits combined to elements that derive from the world of dreams, childhood memories mixed with imagination and fairy tales. When did your business begin and why? I began to create different types of objects, draw and take photographs ever since I can remember. I grew up with a mother who adored painting and a grandmother who loved every form of art. Art, therefore, has always been part of my everyday life. I completed numerous art courses when I was a child and subsequently enrolled at an Italian secondary school, which lasted five years, specializing in art subjects, especially illustration and modelling. This was the start of what has turned out to be the path which led to Curmilla Designs & Illustrations, where I express myself freely and share the joy and oddity of “my” world by creating little stories to wear, to display and to share.
Inspiration/design aesthetic? My inspirations always spark from my childhood memories which are tied either to what I actually experienced or to my dreams; stories and moments linked to facts, things that really happened or on the contrary that are totally invented, taken from books of folktales or simply from my imagination. My inspiration is my world, made of animals that can talk, plants that can move and of course the wind, which is the best ballad singer ever. Designers you admire? I admire a multitude of contemporary designers, however, my favourite is probably Donna Wilson, who was the winner of “British Designer of the Year 2010”. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? My favourite part of Tasmania… is Tasmania! I adore this island and one thing that I could never do without is the feeling you have when you drive from one town to another enjoying the ever changing landscape. It’s amazing and unique! What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? What I love most about handmade items is that all handmade items are unique and unrepeatable, just like human beings. Each and every one of us is unique and unrepeatable, and this is what makes us all so special. Whoever decides to buy handmade items chooses to recognize a person’s creativity and to reward the time and the passion that each designer puts into each creation. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? They can just about expect anything and I have to admit it’s true! What they can surely find is a variety of unique and unrepeatable objects for grown-ups and children, created by an “almost grown-up” who remains a child at heart.
contact Lara 0468 941 482 curmilla@gmail.com find ‘Curmilla Designs & Illustrations’ on facebook
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unio by Anne Langman Anne Langman spent five years immersed in the gemstone filled alleyways of the local markets in Cairo, Egypt. …lucky Anne! And lucky for us she has poured this experience into her vibrant, bold and unexpected collection of jewels, which she exhibits under her UNIO label. An unexpected contrasting of various components means that Anne’s designs are always fresh and innovative. Colourful Brazilian Palm nuts, chunky gemstones, pearls and sterling silver all come together in a spot on and extremely distinctive fashion.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I work as a Project Manager for the state government. When did your business begin and why? I started making jewellery in 2004 after my first trip to Egypt, where I saw so many exquisite gemstones and pearls. This inspired me to learn the basics of jewellery making and from there it took off. Now I can’t imagine a day without it. Inspiration/design aesthetic? Designing, for me, is about mixing different colours, materials and finishes to create something that will be treasured forever, and that embodies true value. A matt finish with luminescent, small gemstones with large, wood with pearls, etc.
Designers you admire? Marni and Ginger & Smart because they are always ahead of the design game, Dinosaur Designs for their brilliant use of colour and form, and Carla Zampatti because her evening gowns are works of art and I don’t think anyone does professional women’s wear as well. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? Salamanca. There’s never a dull moment. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I love the fact that it is so different to my day job and that the two use completely different skills. I feel very lucky as I have the best of both worlds, but I do wish there were more hours in the day. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? I am still having a love affair with Brazilian palm nuts with their vibrant colours and beautiful finish, so there will be plenty at the market. And of course I never tire of gorgeous, quality pearls so I’ll have lots of designs incorporating them.
contact Anne 0413 745 574 felucca@ozemail.com.au www.unio-jewellery.com
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phat flats by Cathy McAuliffe Phat Flats really are phat….and joyful and fun and as bright as a button too. Hobart graphic designer and talented illustrator Cathy McAuliffe produces a range of greeting cards, gift wrap, art prints and gift tags that always hit the proverbial nail on the head. The best thing about her cards (in our humble opinion anyway,) is that her range seems to provide the appropriate card for every occasion, or person… best friend, great grandfather, the weird neighbor down the street…fun, quirky and individual cards for everyone.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I am a graphic designer, living in lovely Hobart with my two kids and hubby. In the time I don’t spend at the park or on the beach doing kid’s stuff, I work from the home office doing a mix of my design business, Cathy McAuliffe Design and my cards business, Phat Flats. The graphic design is really my day job but because I get to create illustrations for clients and love incorporating these into design and branding, it really doesn’t feel like a ‘day job’. When did your business begin and why? Creating graphic design and illustrations for clients and business is endless fun but I am always responding to a brief, design considerations, limitations, budgets and even just personal taste and opinion! I wanted to create a creative outlet for my artwork where I got to work on things that interest me, without having to run it past anyone. When the cards are printed though, I love getting feedback and responses
to the work from customers and store owners. That’s why I love being involved in The Market, especially when people are excited by a new range of designs. Inspiration/design aesthetic? Phat Flats imagery is inspired by old advertising posters, the graphic patterns of Dwell Studio and Marimekko, the wobbly lines of Julia Rothman, the items and objects in everyday life and the beautiful surrounds of Hobart, Tasmania! Designers you admire? This changes all the time, but the well-worn favourite designers include Scandinavian graphic influences of Olle Eksell, Alexander Girard and Draw Pilgram. Retro stuff and nice linework by Kilowatt Kat, House Industries and Evan Hecox. Architecture and furniture by Arthur Erikson, Charles and Ray Eames, Enzo Mari and George Nelson. Beautiful architectural magazines are always around our house (architect husband) with favourites of Monument and Dwell. I love to curl up with the house mags such as Real Living! There’s always a massive list of blogs featuring lovely eye candy stacked up in my ‘reading list’, plus favourite online magazines including BIG and LMNOP. Inspiration for making kid stuff usually starts with these two magazines and a personal favourite, Made By Joel. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? Creating art prints has been a super exciting part of the business. I have also loved learning more about the website and how I can add some interesting one-off goodies – watch this space! One thing I am not so good at getting in to see my local store people to show them new ranges or to restock their current cards! What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? Well, this year I will be concentrating on developing gorgeous pick-up gifts. You can also buy lovely gift boxes of Phat Flats cards, plus a new range of small gift tags. There will be a few surprises too as I have some new ideas I would like to test!
contact Cathy 0419 788 125 sales@phatflats.com.au www.phatflats.com.au
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e m i ly a r l o t t e je w e l l e r y by Emily Arlotte Butterflies and birds form the cornerstone of Emily Arlotte’s self titled jewellery collection. And we don’t mean depictions of…literally bird’s feathers and butterfly wings (ethically sourced we might add) set delicately in beautifully recycled silver, glass and perspex. Such interesting and elaborate components require just the right kind of settings and Emily does this to perfection, taking nothing away from the raw beauty and individuality of nature.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I work casually for the Hobart Royal Hospital as a Hospital Aide. When did your business begin and why? Once I had finished the jewellery course at the Tasmanian Polytechnic in 2010 there was nothing else I wanted to do. My business really became reality once I began to sell jewellery, which was initially at the market in early 2011! I now stock my jewellery at The Art of Silver and the Spacebar Gallery, which are both in Salamanca, Hobart. Inspiration/design aesthetic? The objects or materials I choose to use inspires my designs. I also draw inspiration from the Art Nouveau period and Victorian Mourning Jewellery.
Designers you admire? I admire and gain constant inspiration from local and international designers. I love Alexander Calder’s jewellery and the freedom in which he crafted metal, this is a design aesthetic I aspire to. I also love the artwork of Del Kathryn Barton. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? Tasmania is my home and where I have spent most of my life. I feel connected to this place, its people, the land, and of course the weather! What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I love creating jewellery due to the intricate nature of the craft and the passion I have for collecting natural curiosities. There nothing I can complain about! What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? Many pretty jewels made from recycled sterling silver, recycled perspex, glass, moth and butterfly wings and feathers. This range of jewellery is inspired by the ideal of immortalising the beauty of butterflies and birds. Hopefully some other surprises too!
contact Emily 0427 041 870 emily-eliza@hotmail.com www.facebook.com/emilyarlottejewellery
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a da m a b e r l e by Adam Aberle Who would have thought something as humble as a fruit bowl could be so exciting. But then again, that’s what good design and manufacture are all about – making the ordinary extraordinary. Adam Aberle’s award winning fruit bowl ‘9 fruits’ is a masterpiece of both form and functionality. The cherry on top? It comes flat packed for easy storage/transportation and is made from Tasmanian timbers…lovely!
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? My background is in architecture (I’ve just completed a Masters of Architecture), in my work I try to explore the same charicteristics and maintain the same values. I think design is about problem solving, it is the way the problem is solved that creates the interest and excitement in a piece. When did your business begin and why? I began production in 2010 after winning the student prize in the Tasmanian Design Award. Inspiration/design aesthetic? In my work I am interested in the properties and capabilities of the material. The aesthetic is created from a combination of the arrangement of components and
the natural lines the material make. In this case, the assembly of the piece from ‘flatpack’ not using fixings. Designers you admire? Peter Zumthor, Stephen Holl and Le Corbusier. What is your favourite part of Tasmania? I would have to say the East coast, from Binalong Bay to Bruny island. It’s fantastic, so many different ecologies. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? I love the learning by making. It allows the design to become what it is without necessarily being what you thought it would be. That’s what’s exiting, making it really work. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? I will be exhibiting my flat pack fruit bowl called ‘9 fruits’. I have been developing this piece since its success in the 2009 design award. I have since been working with Tasmanian timbers and laser cutting for neat assembly.
contact Adam 0419 835 695 adamaberle@live.com
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l u m b i n i h o u se by Christine Scott Christine Scott, besides being the Art Curator of The Henry Jones Art Hotel in Hobart, is also a printmaker of considerable talent. Not only does she make wonderful prints, but her paper-based work extends to a jewellery line, which is delicate, wearable and different, in a really good way! Exhibiting under the Lumbini House label, Christine’s products are often inspired by her travels, making them utterly intriguing and nicely varied.
Do you have a day job, if so what is it? I am the Art Curator The Henry Jones Art Hotel in Hobart. When did your business begin and why? It began as an ancillary practice to my printmaking. There were so many prints from proofing that were left over after doing an edition, so I started reworking them into other small paper based things that I could give away to my friends as gifts or use myself at home. I also have had some serious back issues, which forced me to reduce the scale of my printmaking. This led me to where I am now, focusing on print and paper based jewelry. Inspiration/design aesthetic? Travel is one of the most important factors in my art practice. I seem to gain most inspiration from having new visual information lodged in my brain after I go
somewhere new. My travel photos are like a vault of images, which I can refer to when having a lull in ideas. I look at many things; art exhibitions, spaces, shops, people, and have a keen interest in fashion photography and styling, fabrics, especially pre-80’s. My prints mainly evolve from Japanese art and aesthetics. I love how they do full-on color, and then full-on nothingness. Local makers and designers are also very inspiring in that they remind me that it is important to do what you are naturally good at, then all else will follow. Designers you admire? I like viewing the work of many global designers, most whom I stumble across while online. But I love following the growth and success of our local designers. And that is across furniture, jewelry, fashion and graphic design. There are some who are very astute at marketing, promotion and running their business while still maintaining their creative drive. That is something I am always seriously lacking! What is your favourite part of Tasmania? Hobart. Home. The Mountain and her sunsets. Sullivans Cove, looking seaward. What do you love about what you do...and any little gripes or niggles? Having to wait until I have a creative urge to start making. It never seems to work for me if I am not in the mood. Having a day job really drains out my energy and I often get in a rut worrying about not making. Mind you, as soon as I step inside my teensy studio I start to feel better. What can our lovely customers expect to see you exhibiting? I am currently extending my printed jewelry range into earrings and other items to complement the necklaces. The prototypes my friends have been wearing are proving popular, so time to expand.
contact Christine 0414 391 154 lumbinihouse@hotmail.com www.lumbinihouse.blogspot.com
BARI S TA S I S TA by Anja Boot Many people will remember the familiar faces behind the baristasista mobile coffee van from corporate events or festivals (or in the case of festival goers maybe not!) Anja Boot, the barista sista herself, makes delicious and most importantly proper hot drinks‌we’re talking real coffee, beautifully brewed tea, decadent hot chocolates and everything in between. Her foodie treats are the perfect addition to her range of beverages, keeping you nourished, and just a little bit spoiled.
contact Anja 0409 740 019 anja@baristasista.com.au www.baristasista.com.au
t he f u d g e a ’ f a r e by Danielle Quinn & Matthew Gould With a bevy of award winning flavours up their sleeves, full time Tasmanian boutique fudgies Danielle Quinn and Matthew Gould (the fudge a’fare) live, eat and breathe fudge…mainly eat we hope! Their fudge is just as it should be, rich and chocolatey, decadently flavoured and completely handmade.
contact Danielle 03 6273 0531 thefudge@bigpond.net.au www.thefudgeafare.com.au
p  t i sse r i e a n t o i n e t t e by Meg Bailey Let them eat cake! And Macarons, particularly if they’re freshly baked in a perfect array of delicate flavours and colours by Pâtisserie Antoinette. Meg Bailey was inspired to take on the mighty (or mini!) macaron after a trip to France, and thank goodness she has. Her biscuits are freshly baked for each market with love, finesse and a healthy understanding of what flavor combinations will have people smiling!
contact Meg 0418 293 414 meggy_bailey_123@hotmail.com
a m a n da ja m m m by Amanda Graham The aptly named business Amanda Jamm makes, quite simply, delicious jams! What’s not simple however, is her range of decadent flavours…almost too good just to spread on your humble morning toast. Rose petal jelly, strawberry + champagne, vanilla pear, the list is endless, and what’s extra nice about it, her flavours are always seasonal, and use yummy Tasmanian fruit.
contact Amanda 0425 791 738 amandag74@hotmail.com www.amandajammm.com
Demand to know where things come from, what is in them, who has made them and under what conditions. Do not be led only by price but look for value and craftsmanship. Buy only things and materials that respect the human energy that has gone into them and where the maker is rewarded fairly. kevin mccloud Kevin McCloud’s 43 Principles of Home
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