Part 2: The Dunlop Factory Alexandria

This is the second batch of photos from our trip to the Dunlop Factory. Love the Beastman (I'm pining away for one of his works!). I couldn't resisting adding a little creature to the place. Poor can control though!

Part 1: The Dunlop Factory Alexandria

Finally! These are some of my photos of our trip/mini shoot to the Dunlop Factory in Alexandria. This is an amazing place. I keep trying to compare this to the Glebe Tram Sheds but I've come to the conclusion you simply can't. Or rather same same but different. Glebe has all the old trams you can get in and out of, but the Dunlop Factory has the ceiling battered with hail damage which causes the most spectacular "disco lights". This coupled with the reflections of the water- wow.

Laura and I played models for the day for Andy Chan and I can't wait to share some of these too (hopefully sooner rather then later). We had so much fun that we totally forgot about lunch and didn't eat til the afternoon!

If you are wondering where the Dunlop Factory is (none of the guides online actually tell you the exact location!), it's in Alexandria, 9-15 Bowden Street next to the giant bargain store on the corner. In fact, if you're driving you should park in their carpark. I've pinpointed where it is on this map. More photos soon...

The Simpsons in Paris

This spread appeared back in 2007 in Harpers Bazaar but it's still just as wonderful don't you think? I love Homer posing as Karl!

Images via Trendland. Click through to see the real life images these illustrations were based on!

Roselina Hung

Roselina Hung

Paper Record Player Invite

This wedding invitation by Kellie Anderson and friends is a just a little bit amazing. It's a paper record player! For more check out her blog here.

Glebe Tram Sheds

One of the things I love about Sydney is that there are still so many things that can surprise you. The Glebe Trams Sheds are something Laura sent me as somewhere we should definitely hit up but in the end I beat her to it (the joys of being unemployed) and went along with photographer Cathy Topping.

Cathy is the photographer behind the project We Live Here Sydney who shoots portraits of people who live in the lovely town. I volunteered to be part of the project as it sounded fun and to perhaps also get over the awkwardness of getting my photo taken (so why not dive right in!).

We ended up having to go in the back way through lots of mud and a window so good shoes are a must.Massive props to the person/people who created a pathway to get through the mud AND somehow brought in 2 wheelie bins so you could climb through the window.

We only had a limited amount of time but I couldn't resist taking a few photos for myself. I would love to go back there. If you would like to head there Free Photo Guides Australia has awesomely detailed instructions including a map. My tip- bring a picnic or some type of food. The place is massive and it's beautiful to be in a place so still- you won't want to leave!

P.s. I'm terribly behind on updates since our Sparkmylane exhibition and moving to Hanoi. I've also visited the amazing Dunlop Factory. Photos soon!

Louise Despont

These beautiful illustrations are by artist Louise Despont- aren't they gorgeous? It almost seems time for a art deco revival. They also remind me of these Lola & Bailey necklaces that I love.

Are you a fan of art deco?

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In case you haven't seen this video by Cedric Vella already I'd thought I'd post it cause it's pretty cute.

Even better is the music don't you think?

Jo & Her Gnomes (+7 Musical Insights)

Leave two girls alone in a house in the suburbs and this is the result. I've always wanted to try doing "victory curls" and my best friend Jo has the most perfect hair for just about anything. These shots are the result of a very improptu shoot- you can tell cause we're in her backyard. Thank god for her collection of gnomes to make it more fun!

On another note, the lovely Hila from le projet d'amour has tagged me in a versatile blogger award. Yay! Part of the award includes sharing 7 things about me and passing it on, so here goes, hello to Jess, Rozie, Sam & Maria cause you're tagged!

So 7 things about me? I've decided to give you some musical insight...

:: My top three gigs of all time (in order) are: George Michael @ The SCG in 2010, Supermayer @ Home in 2008, and DJ Shadow @ The Hordern in 2006.

:: My first concert was at Newcastle Workers Club to see Girlfriend (who still holds a special place in my heart. My favourite was Melanie, who was yours?) my first real concert was seeing Powderfinger at The Forum in 2001.

:: My go to “happy place” when I’m stressed or anxious is a dark, intimate club with loud techno (that’s not packed). Preferably Civic Underground or Marrickville Bowls. I'm also not sleepy or hungry.

:: I once got up on stage and danced with De La Soul. Obviously when I was younger and thought I was hotter.

:: I had always wanted to cut my hair into a chinadoll bob but never had the balls to until I saw Bic Runga with the cut for her Birds album. Check out Say After Me, gush!

:: I once yelled at a promoter for “the shittest gig ever”- when K-Ci and Jojo played at The Metro and were so trashed they could hardly stand up straight. This was when I was younger too.

:: I’m a sound nazi at gigs, if it’s anything less then decent I’m the first to start whinge about it!

I'm off too swoon over Bic Runga now. Have a great day!

Bon Chat, Bon Rat: Blackbird

Loving Bon Chat Bon Rat at the moment. I saw the them support Toro Y Moi a couple of weeks ago and was blown away. Beautiful soundscapes that remind me of a more dense version of Seekae.

They also have a cover of Everything But The Girl's "And I Miss You" that sounds amazing.

Keep an eye out for these guys, they'll do well!