Monochromatic Moments in Time

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Katharine Morling is a UK ceramicist, and a rather fabulous one at that!  The images above are of her exquisite sculptures of familiar objects from times now past. Formed from milky white porcelain, the monochromatic hand drawn detail is fired without glaze to accentuate the 'drawn' quality and detail of the work.

The artist herself says of her craft ...  "I see my work as 3 dimensional drawings. Each piece, on the surface, an inanimate object, has been given layers of emotion and embedded with stories, which are open for interpretation in the viewer’s mind. When put together, the pieces combine to make a tableau staging the still lives of everyday objects. The life size pieces and the unexpectedness of the scale create a slightly surreal experience."  

Via www.katharinemorling.co.uk

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Scented Scenes

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The smell of Spring is wafting through Harrods. White peonies adorn the entrances to striking window displays that celebrate the scents of Prada to Escada. As a rather fitting brand association for this visual feast of all things perfumed and floral, Harrods will unveil their inaugural  ‘Fragrance Garden’ at the Chelsea Flower Show which opens 19 May 2015.

Images via www.harrods.com  #PopUpFlowers  

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Harrods VM London
10/05/2015

Ceramics in Season

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Ooh I wish I was in London this week for the inaugural London Craft Week.  A brand new, week-long, festival of activities and exhibitions to celebrate all sorts of craftsmanship across the capital. Galleries and artisan workshops in central locations such as Bloomsbury and Mayfair, which have been hubs of industry and craftsmanship for many centuries, are hosting events to showcase both ancient skills and exciting new talent.

I am in awe of the beautiful work by Israeli artist, Zemer Peled.  These stunning blooms are formed from ceramic shards. Her work is showing at the Saatchi Gallery for COLLECT 2015 (The International Art Fair for Contemporary Objects). If you live in London, get your skates on as it closes 11 May.

www.londoncraftweek.com

Images via www.zemerpeled.com

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Craft Other London
10/05/2015

Rustic by The Roadside

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I seem to be obsessed with small sheds and roadside stalls this week. Melbourne's The Roadside Stall florist was my pick for best in show at the MIFGS last month. Rustic, reclaimed props, terracotta pots of succulents and big rolls of natural twine & brown paper supported a stunning show of sunflowers, tulips, lillies and chrysanthemum.  Loved the gravel by Eco Group which is made from 100% recycled bricks. #byjoost

You can find the stall in Monbulk or Spring Street or discover more on facebook.com/theroadstall or twitter.com/ecogroup1

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Curb appeal

POD Daylesford Org Victoria Daylesford Organics (not to be confused with the posh 'all white and oak' London noshery) is a farm north of Melbourne. Certified organic, they focus on sustainability and biodiversity and produce up to 40 varieties of apples a season, hazelnuts, berries, free range eggs and vegetables. Heirloom varieties with lots of different flavours and colours are a speciality. Selling their quality produce to local cafés, restaurants and through farmer's markets, you can also collect a just picked apple via their super cute roadside stall.

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Made in Manhattan

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I'm researching for a trip to NYC and USA later this year.  Pleased to report that a couple of Sydney lads, Giles Russell and Henry Roberts, are making their mark in Manhattan and bringing that relaxed Australian cafe style, and good coffee, to the city that never sleeps. Love the look of Two Hands (it's definitely on the list). These gorgeous images are by photographer Josephine Rozman and sourced via www.twohands.com  

Two Hands, 164 Mott Street, NYC, New York.

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Two Hands Food New York
27/04/2015

A Mighty Fine Line

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Buff Diss is a Melbourne artist who chooses tape as his medium. He has a seriously impressive folio of works from around the world (Hong Kong, Taipai, Berlin and beyond). Wouldn't I love to find a wall or two somewhere on one of my projects for him to work on!  All images via www.buffdiss.com 

Buff Diss Design
26/04/2015

A Tiny Indulgence

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I have to confess to a foodie instagram addiction. I love these cute sugar cookies from a baker called Samantha who lives in Toronto. Simple designs that are  instantly appealing.  @elleventy  pictures via www.instagram.com/elleventy

Design Food Toronto
26/04/2015

A Pop of Pink in Pamplona

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I like the contrast to the ancient cloisters and connection through greenery, of old to new.  Visually, it stands out.

Standing out is something we in the retail sphere aspire to with every new store design.

Images via architects, Vailloir & Igaray.  

www.vailloirigaray.com/portfolio/occidens-museum

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Design Pamplona
19/04/2015

Super Souper

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I love the striking simplicity of this mostly black and white palette. Mata Design based in Perth has created an eye catching space with the bulk of the design drama (that would be the tile pattern) being in what I would call the secondary space.

The main game of the business is, of course, the food offer. From what I can see this is off set nicely through the use of quality, neutral materials which really lets the food do the talking. Supported by a neat graphics package, if you had asked me what I thought of a soup concept with the name Slurp before seeing these images I am fairly sure I would have turned up my nose at the name, which just goes to show you how good design can reposition thinking!

www.matadesign.com.au  17 Brewer Street Perth WA 6000

Slurp Soup & Salad, Cloisters Arcade, Perth, WA.

Images with thanks via www.matadesign.com.au

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Slurp Food Perth
19/04/2015