Am I a Writer Now?
Nestled in a little cottage by the sea, Elizabeth Bond spends her days writing or thinking about writing. In this piece she reflects on the lessons learned in a creative writing course and discusses the various approaches to writing.
The Essential Power of Creating
Digital Illustrator and Textile Artist, Annie O’Rourke uses her art as a form of meditation and a tool to simply figure out day to day life, by finding beauty in the mundane.
Look up for Ghosts: Old Haberdasheries
Podcaster and handweaver, Jo Andrews writes a special feature for FAIRE about ‘Old Haberdasheries’. Jo is the host of Haptic & Hue’s Tales of Textiles which has just embarked on its third series, called the Chatter of Cloth.
The Simple Joy of Mosaic Chickens
Elsje Derammelaere is a mosaic artist based in the Flemish part of Belgium. She is a member of the International Association of Contemporary Mosaicists. Her work has been featured in multiple international group exhibitions and she placed fourth in the Pictor Imaginarius mosaic competition in 2019.
Fluid Expression and the Work of Julie Esteban
Julie Esteban makes art that defies conventional notions of stillness in painting, opting for energetic bursts of colour that captures the movement of many particles frozen in time.
Painted Photographs and Spiritually Illustrated Moments
Lauren Piper is an animator and photographer based in Los Angeles. While painting was her first love, her current practice also incorporates photography and animation to create lively, ecstatic compositions.
Bianca Tschaikner and the Nomadic Inspiration for Creation
Bianca Tschaikner is an Austrian illustrator, printmaker, and storyteller with a nomadic spirit. Most of her books and artworks are inspired by her journeys to countries such as India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Iran, Malta, Italy, Jordan, and Spain. Traveling from matriarchal tribes in the jungle of India and on Sumatra to remote villages in the Mediterranean to the bazaars of Persia to the streets of Pakistani megacities, she likes to immerse herself for extended periods of time in the search of stories, images and atmospheres, with a special interest in microhistory, mythology and stories of everyday life.
FAIRE Giveaway
In celebration of the release of Issue Two of the print magazine, out July 8th, we are thrilled to announce that we have one very special handmade woven textile bowl by Emma Cassi to give away to one lucky reader! Read along to see an excerpt of Emma’s feature from Issue Two!
The Life of a Words’seamstress
In this feature, self-identified late bloomer, Corinne Ernault, breathes truth into the complicated journey we all face when confronting our creativity head-on. Corinne records with subtlety and beauty, the unflinching bravery that befalls the need to create.
The Versatility of the Creative Process
In this behind the scenes article, filmmaker Emily Macrander delves into her experience of filming and producing a video journal of ceramicist, Sandra Van Riet. With the same delicacy as her film, Emily skillfully delineates the fundamental relationship between the philosophical and material in creative expression.
Inside a Jeweller’s Craft
In this feature, Sabine Werner offers advice and insight from her experience as a jeweller. Discover her compelling craftsmanship—from cold, crisp silver to soft, colourful resin.
Food, Styling, & Photography
We are thrilled to share that our dear friend Gillian Bell is hosting a “Food, Styling, & Photography” workshop with Christina Lowry, at the beautiful venue Atelier34.
Travelling Through the Lens
Melissa Haupt writes about her transition from travel to still life photography during the pandemic. She chronicles her desire to capture the intricate beauty of everyday life, whether it be a rooster in Lisbon or a bouquet of peonies.
Secret Garden Gatherings
Fiona Pickles shares the exciting news about the opening of Secret Garden Gatherings, in collaboration with the inspirational Verde Flower Co. on July 6th, 2021.
Behind the Lens
Karen Hilmersson writes about her path towards a creative life despite the cultural expectations of her family and the French school system. She brings us into her journey with photography, both as a mother and in the diverse photographic lights of Europe.
A Modern Floral Tale
In this feature, photographer Kreetta Järvenpää explores her love of floral photography and her journey with creativity—from growing up in Finland to her discovery of colour in Copenhagen.
Moments of Connection
Erin Hughes writes about her experience of connecting with the present moment through photography and unexpected moments of beauty.
A Creative Life
Karen Miles discusses life's creative journey, from her linen homeware shop, French Consul, to the restoration of a Georgian cottage in Tasmania, Australia.
