"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” - Thomas Merton

The Hills come alive in Salzburg...

The hills are alive exuding inspiration, the landscape provides a base for any creative to acquire a unique foundation for a project. The cobble paths leading around the city alongside the historic facets in every corner provide the perfect setting. Salzburg was one of the most remarkable cities I have visited; unparalleled to most of the world today. 

The city retains a artisanal sensibility through the potent historical features and intricate patterns that can be viewed through the city. The Hohensalzburg Castle upon the hills can be seen from almost anywhere, standing over the city creating the distinctive character that Salzburg is defined by. The Mozart house is a much visit showcasing many of his belongings and childhood home, of course the traditional Austrian Mozart chocolate is also a must try. What would a trip to salzburg be without paying homage to the Sound of Music sights; Mirabell palace and gardens and the Sound of music palace Pavilion (This is where 'I am 16 going 17' was filmed) which can be found at Hellbrunn Palace today are amongst my favourites. Apple strudel is a speciality in Salzburg and absolutely delicious. 

"If you hear a voice within you say 'you cannot paint,' then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced" Vincent Van Gogh

"Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes" Carl Jung

Alchemical practice...

This image provides a foundation for my new collection based upon alchemical practice. 

Little joe boutique

Little Joe Woman by Gail Elliott recently opened their first Bali boutique on Jl. Petitenget in Seminyak, Indonesia (next door to Bambu Restaurant). Little Joe Woman by Gail Elliott is a contemporary womenswear clothing brand that started ten years ago as a wholesale brand in New York. They also have a boutique in the most popular shopping area of Sydney on Glenmore Road, Paddington in Australia, as well as an online store.

They carry their own brand of luxe, women’s fashion that comprises of silk chiffon dresses, shirts and skirts, beautiful cashmere, butter soft leather jackets, skirts, bonded stretch leather pants and design three collections a year - Spring / Summer, Fall / Winter and Resort. 

The boutique in Bali will carry a selection of hand picked ‘Endless Summer’ pieces, perfect for the vacation lifestyle but also that you will love forever and be proud to wear always. We carry a selection of beach bags, handbags, clutches, leather sandals, towels, t-shirts, silk lingerie and wide brimmed straw panama hats hand-made in Ecuador.

“A Great city whose image dwells in the memory of a man, is the type of some great idea. Rome represents conquest: Faith hovers over the towers of Jerusalem: and Athens embodies the pre-eminent quality of the antique world, Art." -Benjamin Disraeli