stories
It’s ALWAYS black and white with Lilt Jewellery
We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Tyran Kouka, the founder and silversmith behind Lilt Jewellery. Here's what he shared with us. What inspired you to become an artist/maker? How did you learn your craft, and what drew you to it? You could say that I've gone...
From Wood to Heart: Malady Designs’ Birds & Houses Spark Emotions & Memories
The charming little wooden birds and houses crafted by Malady Designs stir up emotions of hope, happiness, affection, and safety.We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Tracey Malady, the founder and maker behind Malady Designs, who was born in Geelong and now...
Sharon adds a pop of colour to the world…
Sharon's eye-catching creations make a statement... We recently caught up with local Geelong maker, Sharon Cotter... here's a bit of what she shared with us... Please tell us a little about yourself, your processes and practice... I am a self taught maker who creates...
Jess Hall creates in the space where art and life meet
Jess Hall utilises traditional craft practices in a contemporary context to create art pieces that sit in the liminal spaces between art and craft and art and science.We recently caught up with Melbourne based multidisciplinary artist and textile designer, Jess...
No words required, for Sandra to tell a story…
Sandra invites you to imagine and discover what might be within each image...We recently spent a few minutes with regional artist and printmaker, Sandra Batten... here’s what she shared with us. Sandra, please tell us a little about yourself, your processes and...
Serendipity is a constant companion for Rohana
When creating her one-off pieces, serendipity is Rohana's constant companion... We recently spent a few minutes with Rohana Holiday, a local jeweller and small object maker ... Rohana, please tell us a little about yourself, your practice, your processes... I am a...
Deborah weaves her magic…
A childhood spent on a farm and a familiar history of making and crafting compel Deborah to weave.We recently spent a few minutes with Geelong based artist and weaver, Deborah McHugh... here's what she shared with us. Deborah, please tell us a little about yourself,...
Mary-Ellen sparks a conversation…
Mary-Ellen Belleville refashions ‘found’ materials in whimsical and funs ways creating playful combinations of colour, texture, and form.A few minutes with Mary-Ellen... Please tell us a little about yourself, your processes and practice… Mary-Ellen is Geelong born,...
Sharon weaves her surroundings…
Sharon Leeds breaks a few rules in order to interpret her surroundings through woven tapestry.A few minutes with Sharon Leeds.. A lifetime of creativity and a tendency to visualise my surroundings in textile, for me there was an immediate recognition that woven...
Nyulla paints from the heart…
Nyulla Safi creates multi-layered works emotionally charged with hidden motifs and meanings. Tell us a little about yourself, your practice, your processes… Born in Montmartre Paris, then migrated to Australia. I realised my dream, and joined the Australian...