In today’s blog post, I’m delving into the fascinating world of one of my favourite patterns, moiré. The origins of moiré can be traced back to the medieval period. It was initially created as a silk fabric and gained popularity in Europe during the Renaissance. Moiré was considered a luxurious and prestigious fabric, often associated […] Read more…
Saints, Sailors and Silks. A Textile Journey From Savannah to Spain with Tulicarpa
When I first discovered Tulicarpa’s instagram account I was instantly mesmerised by it and curious to know who was behind this fascinating brand that takes as its main inspiration the 16th-century prayer book ‘El Libro de las Horas de Santa Tulicarpa’. That person in question is Lily Lewin. Based in Savannah, Georgia, Lewin’s life and […] Read more…
In Conversation: Phoebe Dickinson
‘I create beautiful timeless portraits that can be enjoyed by viewers for generations to come whether they know the sitter or not.’ says artist Phoebe Dickinson. Dickinson’s portraits exude an ethereal and timeless feel reminiscent of John Singer Sargent’s work. I wasn’t surprised to learn that Sargent is Phoebe’s go-to reference for her portraits. For […] Read more…