Made On The Left

The Dollar Shop – call for submissions

2012-01-11T13:55:00.000+08:00

The Dollar Shop is a unique retail experience selling great design at affordable prices. Unfortunately it's in Sydney, not Perth but you can still submit products!

It is a collaboration between graphic designers Louise Helliwell and Alex De Bonis and supported by City of Sydney. All products in-store will be created by local artists, designers and creative types with the brief that nothing can be sold for over $20.

They are looking for a wide range of amazing products, for example: clothing, jewellery, bags, stationery, self-publishing, photography, posters, weird machines, instruments, kitchenware, illustration, music, craft, prints, things from far off lands etc. The product has to be designed/made/altered by you. It is a statement about making affordable design without selling yourself cheap.

For more information about The Dollar Shop please visit the website at
dollarshopsydney.com.au or send an email to info@dollarshopsydney.com.au

Made on the Left Christmas drinks

2011-11-29T14:59:00.000+08:00

As you may know, Made on the Left has struggled to find a permanent home since the function room at the Hyde Park hotel was turned into a liquor store ;-( 140william was a fantastic location for our winter market but unfortunately it’s not available for our Xmas market like we had hoped.
However, we will be having a Xmas catch up with all you lovely people and we are on the search for a permanent new venue.
We are also looking for new volunteers, especially in the areas of finance, blogging, marketing, sponsorship, PR or grant writing so if this interests you, we would love to meet you!
The MOTL Xmas drinks will be at the revamped Hyde Park Hotel, from 6pm Friday, 2nd December - it would be great if you can make it to share ideas, catch up with other crafters and have some great food and wine.

xx
The MOTL Team

City of Stirling Networking Evening

2011-11-29T13:54:00.000+08:00

Date: Wednesday 7 December 2011

Venue: Alexander Park Craft House – Clyde Road Menora

Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm

Speakers: James Foley and Norman Jorgensen

RSVP: Monday 5 December 2011 by email or phone (9345 8521)

James is a children’s book author who recently illustrated his first book “The Last Viking” with author Norman Jorgensen. James and Norman will discuss some of their own projects, how they came to be working together and the rewarding process of creating a children’s picture book and seeing it published. The talk will be followed by refreshments and a chance to chat informally to other artists living in and around the City of Stirling.

Montage pop-up shop

2011-10-06T23:32:00.000+08:00

Montage Collective is a group of friends who have got together to open a pop-up shop.

As part of the redevelopment of 140 William St, Perth, the designers have been offered a temporary retail space for the artists of Montage to showcase their original works with the aim of reinvigorating and revitalising this unused urban space.

Montage's mission is to create a unique shopping experience using the "pop-up" concept of temporarily appearing in a location before disappearing and then "popping-up" again. They also hope to encourage customers to support local handmade products by West Australian designers.

The shop showcases the handmade designs of the 15 local designers including clothing, jewellery, art, accessories, bags, stationery, toys and homewares.

Make sure you don't miss the chance to visit Montage and support local handmade designers before they close on Sunday 23rd October!

Montage Pop-up Shop
140 William St (corner William & Wellington Streets, Perth)
Trading hours are Mon-Thur: 10-6pm, Fri: 10-8pm, Sat: 10-5pm & Sun: 11-5pm.
www.montagecollective.blogspot.com

Please note Montage is not affiliated with Made on the Left.

Pricing your Product workshop

2011-08-31T20:39:00.001+08:00

If you're 18 - 30 years old and want to know more about how to price your products, then you're in luck!

Propel Youth Arts WA are presenting a series of workshops for young creative people: Amplifier 2011 – Business Workshops for Creative People!

Pricing Your Product Workshop
Who: Amplifier is recommended for 18 – 30 year olds
When: Thursday 8th September
Time: 4.30pm – 7.30pm
Where: Northbridge Piazza Community Cultural Room, cnr James and Lake Street, Northbridge (entrance to the room is on the right of the big screen)
Cost: Free

To find out more email Emiko Kinoshita, Programs Coordinator at emiko@propel.org.au or call the Propel office on (08) 9328 5855 or register online.

Applications Still Open for our July Market!

2011-06-16T07:23:00.000+08:00

All you delightful crafty people - you now have until this Sunday, 19th June to get those stall holder applications in to our team. Get to it! Winter is the perfect time to rug up and get crafting and making. With a great new venue, the Made on the Left market is going to be seriously splendid!

You can apply HERE. See you soon!

Love,
xx Team MOTL

Colosoul Art Exhibition: Opportunity

2011-06-09T12:03:00.000+08:00

COLOSOUL GROUP INC. are holding a fundraiser for the children at the Princess Margaret Hospital Burns Unit.

Colosoul Magazine is an independent youth magazine dedicated to raising awareness about contemporary issues that WA youth are dealing with. Colosoul is designed for young people by young people, who are given the opportunities to excel in the media arts by producing a fresh and vibrant magazine.

In holding this event, we aim to not only provide a platform for emerging WA artists to exhibit and sell their artwork, but to also generate awareness of the obstacles the children at the PMH Burns Unit overcome and to raise money for the unit to go towards better and more resources.

The art works will be by emerging WA artists who will receive 20% of the sales. 60% of the money raised will be given as a donation to the Burns Unit at PMH. The remaining 20% will go back into the mentorship program at Colosoul Group Inc.

COLOSOUL IS NOW LOOKING FOR ARTISTS TO GET INVOLVED IN THE PROJECT

If you would like to be involved, please fill in the application form and email it to art@colosoul.com.au.

WHO CAN APPLY?

You can submit a new or existing work (up to 4 works in total, per artist)

You must:

// Live in WA

// Aspire to have a career as an artist or be working in the arts sector

// Be passionate about helping others through art

There is no age limit and students are welcome to apply.

Groups and/or collectives are allowed to apply.

Artist submissions from regional or remote areas of WA are also welcome!

WHAT CAN I ENTER?

Your art submission can be anything from a painting to a sculpture, and of any material. Just bare in mind that it needs to be easily transported.

Includes: painting, graffiti, sculpture, prints, pottery, drawing, illustration, stencilling. If your arts practice is none of these things, feel free to contact us if your art form is not mentioned and see if you’re eligible! However, please note that we are not accepting photography this year.

WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO THE WORKS THAT I SUBMIT?

If your work(s) are selected by Colosoul Art Exhibition/Auction team, we will exhibition it for free in the city of Perth, alongside the other successful applicants.

On the last day of the exhibition it will be auctioned off to the public, where you will get 20% of the sales and 60% being donated to the Burns Unit at PMH.

WHAT IS THE CLOSING DATE TO GET MY APPLICATION IN?

Closing date for applications is the 20th July 2011.

HOW WILL I KNOW I’M SUCCESSFUL?

Artists who are successful will be notified on the Monday June 13th 2011.

IF YOU ARE SUCCESSFUL YOU MUST ARRANGE A DATE TO DROP OFF YOUR ART TO THE COLOSOUL OFFICE, OR ARRANGE A DATE WHERE WE CAN MEET AND PICK IT UP.

CONTACT

If you have any questions feel free to contact:

Sarah Eve Deaman - Artist Liaison Officer

W: www.colosoul.com.au

E: art@colosoul.com.au

Paper Chain

2011-06-09T10:36:00.000+08:00

We love the idea behind this project, so thought we would share it with all of you like-minded people!

collage by sarah jane pell for her paper chain project recipient

Anyone is welcome to join in. The first Chains began in April 2010, around twenty people became part of the first “chains”. These participants have been making/receiving collage artworks through the post, that's snail mail - old school style! Collages are not limited to paper, (some suggestions have included fabric, photo montage, literary, video or sound collage & assemblage) the only restriction is post-ability!

The lovely folks participating in Paper Chain either create a new work as a “chain starter”, or they are creating work in response to artwork they have received in the mail, as a chain link. Each person is given an address to send their piece to, and so the chain links up. Each person has 4 weeks to create their work.

Paper Chain began as a response to social media, and was first experimented on Facebook. We had such a great response to Paper Chain that we expanded the idea outside of the realms of FB.

We currently have eleven chains creating and mailing artworks across Australia and worldwide! We are interested in the concept of networking/connecting and the physicality and joy of receiving mail. A project where people who are friends, acquaintances and friends of friends interact online, in real time and in their creative capacities.

To find out more, and see the collages so far, visit --

http://thepaperchain.tumblr.com

and/or

join us at the Paper Chain facebook group
Please feel free to pass this email on to anyone you think may be interested.
If you would like to join the Paper Chain please send an email to clairebushby@gmail.com

Got questions? Ask Claire B clairebushby@gmail.com or Claire C bbearlair@gmail.com

Outskirts 2011: Call for submissions

2011-06-09T08:12:00.000+08:00

On Sunday 25 September the creative hub of Northbridge will come alive for Outskirts, a precinct wide festival celebrating emerging fashion and design. Pop-up stores, artist studios, performance, street stalls, designer sales, workshops and more will take to the streets, as part of Outskirts, which is an event within the Perth Fashion Festival.

Outskirts is a pedestal for upcoming and existing local WA talent - the inaugural 2009 event comprised of over 50 things to do, see and collect, supported over 290 individual creatives and was a huge success for all involved. This year we hope to make it even better by filling every nook in Northbridge with something exciting, and we're hoping that you can be part of making this happen.

You're Invited

We're looking for creative people, businesses and organisations to get involved in this year's Outskirts program.

The scope is huge, and it is really up to what you would like to do to be included. To get you thinking, here are few ideas:

- a pop up store

- take your studio to the street for a day

- a static display of your latest collection

- an exhibition

- a street market stall

- a group activity involving the public (workshop, public art installation, etc)

- a fashion parade

Your concept can be purely promotional - building an image for your brand, or commercial - aiming to make sales on the day.

Submissions are due on 1 July.

For more information - take a gander at the On William website.

Made on the Left - Winter Market

2011-05-30T08:20:00.000+08:00

There’s no denying it – summer is gone and winter is settling in. With plenty of chilly weather and (hopefully) rainy days ahead, thankfully Perth can count on another Made on the Left winter market to brighten their grey skies.

Made on the Left showcases the best independently made art, design and fashion created right here on the left side of Australia. Our next market is going to be in a large new CBD location for one day only

Sunday 10th July 11-5pm at one40william.

For all of those delightful designers out there -

the Application form is online now! Pleas apply before 11 June.

The stall fee: $100, with one trestle table provided. There is limited access, being a new inner city location, so please take note that there is no parking on site. There will be lift, stair and elevator access.

We look forward to hearing from you!

XX The MOTL Team

WAMi Festival - Pop-up Market

2011-05-12T08:29:00.000+08:00

Who doesn't love a music festival? Especially one with a top designer market on site! Listening to great local bands while you shop sounds like the perfect Sunday afternoon to me!

As part of this years WAMi Festival we'll be there showcasing the best of West Australian designer talent.

Here are the details:

Sunday Live @ WAMi Festival
Sunday 22 May
12-4pm
Perth Cultural Centre

You can also catch super local bands in Forrest Place & the Northbridge Piazza on the day.

Come down to support all this home-grown talent. We hope to see you there!

New Date!

2011-04-23T21:52:00.002+08:00

Nope, this aint your granny’s cross-stitch. This is hearts, skulls, owls, cherries and more. Your guidance in all things stitchy and cross will be provided by the lovely Annie Rawle of Osmosis Designs, and the coffee and tea will be served by none other than Cabin Fever queen Ruth. Its sure to be a great night, the buzz at our last event was really something special. If you want a peice of the actionhead over to our merch store for tickets and more details.

We hope to see you there!

xx MOTL

Craft Nights at the Cabin #2 - Cross-Stitch POSTPONED

2011-04-08T11:16:00.005+08:00

EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO THE 27TH OF APRIL!!!!

We had a blast on the 16th of March with our first Craft Nights @ Cabin Fever, and we’re totally stoked to be announcing the next event!

Wednesday 13th April :: Cross-Stitch

Nope, this aint your granny’s cross-stitch. This is hearts, skulls, owls, cherries and more. Your guidance in all things stitchy and cross will be provided by the lovely Annie Rawle of Osmosis Designs, and the coffee and tea will be served by none other than Cabin Fever queen Ruth. Its sure to be a great night, the buzz at our last event was really something special. If you want a peice of the action head over to our merch store for tickets and more details.

We hope to see you there!

xx MOTL

Cabin Fever: Craft Night #1

2011-04-07T08:33:00.000+08:00

What fun! There was such a great atmosphere at Pidgeonhole's Cabin Fever at our first craft night - sipping hot drinks from vintage china, great discussion, concentration on learning new skills, new people, and yarn tags! The delightful Ruth was the ideal host - thank you Ruth!! And thank you to the wonderful crafters who came along and had fun with captain plaknit! How is your crochet coming along? We would love to see some pics of your yarn-tags :)

Here are a few pics. Maybe they will inspire you to come along to our next craft night?!

kickstART youth markets

2011-03-16T17:16:00.000+08:00

Propel Youth Arts WA are calling out for stall holders at the kickstART youth markets - you can apply as an individual or group and you will be in the running to win a spot at the next Made on the Left market!

We are looking for young designers and artists to show off their hand-made products and wares! If this sounds like you or if you have an idea for a stall, read the info sheet on what’s required and apply online!

smART Stall Business workshops

2011-03-16T17:13:00.000+08:00

Join the team from Made on the Left to find out all the do’s and don’t’s about selling your art. Not sure how to turn your art into a sellable product? Need a few tips of putting together the most impressive stall at the markets? How about the inside goss on pricing your product? Get all of your questions answered and meet some of WA’s most successful crafters. Find out more here.

Bicycle Swap Meet

2011-03-15T07:41:00.000+08:00

Are you a happy hooker? A keen crocheter? Here is a great opportunity: Granny Funk will be running FREE crochet workshops to funk up your bike! Sounds like fun!

16th March Cabin Fever Craft Night - Yarn Tagging

2011-03-14T00:03:00.002+08:00

Hey All!

Come to our Craft Night at Pigeonhole's Cabin Fever Wednesday night and learn how to make a yarn tag from Lex AKA Captain Plaknit!

Buy your ticket HERE.

... "Do you want to learn how to basic crochet/knit - just enough skill to make bits of yarny goodness to wrap around the trees and poles of the CBD?

Then come to the craft night at Pigeonhole's Cabin Fever! Your teacher will be Lex of Captain Plaknit fame, so you'll be in friendly competent hands!

Want to learn more about what the heck yarn tagging (and its bigger brother yarn bombing) actually are? Have a peek at the links below;

http://www.flickr.com/groups/yarnbombingukdiy/pool/ http://maskerade.blogsome.com/ http://yarnbombing.com/

See you there! "

xx MOTL

Melville Sculpture Walk

2011-03-09T07:15:00.000+08:00

For those of you interested in the wider arts community, you might want to pop into Kadidjiny Park in Melville throughout March. This year's Sculpture Walk presents 20 sculptures created by community, emerging and professional artists. Opening night is this Friday, 11 March.

PS - Peta and Lex from MOTL are installing a collaborative textile piece!

KickstART Youth Markets

2011-03-01T22:40:00.000+08:00

Propel Youth Arts are looking for young artists and designers to sell their hand-made products and wares at the KickstART Youth Markets. Expressions of interests are now open – apply online now . Applications close 21st March 2011.

ABOUT KICKSTART YOUTH MARKETS
The KickstART Youth Markets is the flagship event for Own It! National Youth Week 2011 in Western Australia. Comprised of market stalls, sculptures, live performances, interactive activities and an art trail, the KickstART Youth Markets is a great opportunity for young people to exhibit their wares to their peers and the general public. The markets themselves will be made up of stalls with young people selling products, as well as information booths by specific youth-focused organisations.

The KickstART Youth Markets will be held on Saturday 2nd April from 10am to 4pm in the Perth Cultural Centre. Large crowds are expected. The KickstART Youth Markets is proudly supported by the Western Australian Government, Youthbeyondblue, Lotterywest, EPRA, C.D Dodd Scrap Metal Recyclers and Propel Youth Arts WA.

REQUIREMENTS
To have a stall at the KickstART Youth Markets:
• You must be aged between 12-25 years of age.
• If you are under 16, you must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.
• The goods must either be hand-made (by you or a group of young people) or vintage.
• Successful stall holders must provide a deposit of $30 ($20 for Propel members) which will be returned to them on the day (for further information see Fees).
Please note: Stall holders will be selected to ensure the markets has a variety of products and isn’t inundated by any particular genre of goods.

Montage Pop-up Shop

2011-02-12T23:07:00.000+08:00

As part of the City of Fremantle’s new ‘Renew Fremantle’ initiative, a group of 12 local handmade designers have joined together to create Fremantle’s latest ‘pop-up shop’ in Adelaide Street, Fremantle called “Montage”.
The initiative sees the City of Fremantle providing vacant retail spaces, rent-free, for local artists to showcase their talents with the aim of invigorating and revitalising otherwise ‘dead retail areas’ of the city.
The shop showcases handmade designs including jewellery, art, accessories, stationery and homewares.
Montage will be open from the 8th to 25th of February at 4/64 Adelaide St, Fremantle and trading 10am – 5pm seven days a week so drop in to support local handmade!

The 12 local designers of “Montage” are as follows:

BHO by Rebecca Fogarty

cocoapod by Renee Garabedian

eeva margita by Niina Aoki

iheartcharlie by Libby Gardiner

lorgie&me by Kamma Spring

Modern Homewares by Helen Truscott

Neddynibbles by Karen La Greca

Osier by Lauren O'Brien

Osmosis by Annie Rawle

Petrafanella by Peta Galloway

riley and fynn designs by Marisa Simeone

Tall Rabbit by Nicole Moffat

For further information, visit www.montagecollective.blogspot.com

Are you ready to wholesale?

2011-02-01T20:23:00.005+08:00

Hi Everyone,

Some of you may be getting to the stage where you would like to wholesale your products to shops and stores. This can be very daunting if you're not a super-confident seller or are uncomfortable approaching stores. Agencies can hep with this, but sometimes they don't understand the handmade business ethos or approach. Lia has been working in our area for a while now, so we thought we'd give her a shout!

OUTSOURCE MARKETING

Outsource Marketing (OM) is a home based business, established in 2008 when owner, Lia Simmonds identified a need by “small scale” Australian craftspeople and designers to have their products marketed effectively to retailers through exclusive wholesale representation.

As a Wholesale Distributor OM sells their product ranges to over 80 retail outlets throughout Australia who are primarily homeware/gift stores, fashion boutiques, gallery shops and bookstores.

The current product range can be viewed online www.outsourcemarketing.com.au and includes stationery, greeting cards, handbags, t-shirts, cushions, tea towels, fashion accessories and art prints. We are always on the look out for new products to join us.

REPRESENTING

OM currently represents the following 6 Australian designers that can be viewed on our website:
Ali J- perth
The Near Future- sydney
Running with a Sandwich- perth
Formosa Design- canberra
Zilpah tart- canberra
Tex & Joe- perth

BENEFITS OF WHOLESALE REPRESENTATION

The main reason people choose a distributor is that selling your own products is hard work, time consuming and emotionally draining! It is often much healthier for yourself and your business to have a “middleman” or “middlewoman” in this case that deals easily with all of this for you. Some other reasons are:

Frees up your time to create- no more running around selling to shops
A secure & convenient online wholesale shop that promotes your products 24/7
An agent to maintain, build and establish new retailer relationships
Established existing network of WA retailers with expansion into the eastern states
Centralised administration of all invoicing & delivery (no more running around chasing up
monies from retailers)
Fast upfront payment of orders
Designers maintain creative control and direction over their business
OM provides feedback from buyers to designers on their products’ saleability and success.

WHAT LIA LOOKS FOR IN NEW PRODUCTS/DESIGNERS

These are some of the main elements I am looking for when sourcing new products to represent:

New products must complement existing products I represent
Professional business branding & product packaging
Products with a difference
Designers that can offer a broad product range
Competitive pricing
Prefer to deal with designers who already selling their products at art/design markets

OM NEWSLETTER

I also distribute an email newsletter which is sent to my database of over 400 contacts. Advertisingspace is available for purchase within the OM newsletter for designers wanting to reach the retail buyers of stores from all over Australia.

If you feel that your business is ready to grow to the next level and you are looking for wholesale representation then please feel free to contact us!

Lia can be reached on
www.outsourcemarketing.com.au
lia@outsourcemarketing.com.au
Mobile: 0408 393 160

Artist Opportunity : Studio Space

2011-01-31T19:13:00.002+08:00

One of their coveted large studio spaces has suddenly become available.
It space is their 2nd largest space and rents for $85 a week including all utilities.
The space has amazing natural light and a lockable door. It is 3.6m x 7.7m.

Melody (Gallery Director) can be contacted on 0410 537 200.
Gallery Director

THE OATS FACTORY
69 OATS STREET
CARLISLE WA 6101
Tel 08 9472 8043

TOMORROW CANCELLED

2011-01-29T17:14:00.002+08:00

We here at MOTL have had the unfortunate occurance of having our first outdoor pop-up market the day of the first cyclone in Perth for 30+ years. Hence we've postponed to a later date yet to be determined.

We'll let you know as soon as we know.

xx MOTL

Beverley Platform Market - call for stallholders

2011-01-24T09:44:00.003+08:00

The Beverley Platform Market is set in the beautiful gardens and on the station platform of the Beverley station gallery, Vincent street Beverley on Easter Saturday, 23rd April 2011 from 9.00am to 3.00pm

Other events in town this weekend will include the airing of the quilts, tennis tournament, Beverley Art gallery society 43rd annual art purchase exhibition

For expressions of interest please phone Marlene - 646 77 263

Australia Day on Etsy!

2011-01-23T23:22:00.000+08:00

Australia Day Promotion

Gum Leaves Pin Cushion by spincushions

The Australian teams on etsy have joined together for an exciting cross-team Australia Day event! Teams from all around Australia are participating- the Down Under Street Team (DUST), the Sydney Etsy Team, the MadeOnTheLeft team from Perth, and the BrisStyle team from Brisbane.

Find some amazing handmade or vintage goodies, or pick up some craft supplies to make something special! Participating shops are offering a discount of between 15%-25% across their entire store between January 26th-31st (Aus time).

How to get the special Australia Day discount:

Enter the discount code ausday in the coupon code space during checkout between 26th-31st

Use the code for:

15% off these items

20% off these items

25% off these items

*Note- more items will be added from the 26th, so check back then to make sure you don't miss out!

Support for the flood disaster

From My Heart Card donated by glasfaden

As part of the Australia Day event, we'd also like to help spread the word about the efforts on etsy to raise funds for those affected by the terrible flood disaster in Queensland.

The BrisStyle team is running a Handmade Ark Flood Appeal, with some or all proceeds from items sold to be donated to the Premier's Disaster Relief Fund. Browse items from the Ark Appeal here or find out more on the BrisStyle Blog.

The DUST team has set up a dedicated shop with all proceeds (minus etsy and PayPal fees) to be donated to the premier's flood appeal. Visit the shop here.

(please note- the flood fundraising appeals are separate from the Australia Day discount offer)

Designer Speed Dating

2011-01-21T15:55:00.002+08:00

Are you a recent graduate wanting to step into the design industry in Perth? Make the most of this rare opportunity to meet Perth's design professionals, all in the one room at the one time, and get the inside story on finding the right job for you in this town.

This two-part event at the Fremantle Arts Centre features a presentation by four designers at different stages of their career, sharing their experiences and giving valuable advice.

The second 'designer speed dating' part allows you to introduce yourself to four or so designers in ten minute, one-on-one chats. A great opportunity to show your folio and get feedback, ask all those questions you have and gain a little insight into the industry.

Presenters:

Dan Elliot and Henry Luong from Organ Studio, 2008 Curtin Uni graduates at the beginning of their careers.

Michelle Leslie from Studio Bomba and Mitchell & Dent, a web designer of 8 years experience who has shaped her career with additional study to gain experience in illustration, packaging and print design.

John Emery from REB Design, owner director of one of Perth's most prominent studios, designer and employer of designers.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
When: 30th January 2011
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Where: Fremantle Arts Centre

Bookings are essential. E-mail wa@agda.com.au to register and pay at the door.
When registering, please provide information about your area/s of study or interest (eg advertising, brand design, illustration, packaging, print, publications/books, web, etc).

$15 AGDA members / $25 non members

For more information, see http://events.agda.com.au/calendar/555/designer-speed-dating

Update:
There has been an overwhelming response to the Designer Speed Dating event and most of the speed dating places are now reserved, so we've made it possible to attend just the presentation part of the day (1pm-2pm). AGDA members: $5. Non members: $15. E-mail wa@agda.com.au to book.

Market Opportunity - Vale

2011-01-14T15:17:00.002+08:00

Click to see the tiny details.

Call for Designers and Artisans

2011-01-13T09:26:00.005+08:00

Eco Faeries is a company that bridges diverse community through celebration to promote positive sustainable lifestyles. Below are two events coming up that you may be interested in.

Saturday 26th February is an adults faeries party with a sustainable clothing fashion parade. Organisers are inviting local designers who use sustainable materials, upcycle or recycle clothing to participate. There is no fee to designers who want to participate in this event as organisers want to promote local sustainable clothing, however you will need to organise your own models, choreos, makeup etc. This is an 'outside the box' fashion parade that will be paraded among performance artists, DJ's, live VJ's, special effects and theatre. Some designers have used dancers as models, as well as body painting designs to go with the theme of the event.

Sunday 27th March is the Eco Faerie festival including local artisans, fair trade and local growers market.

Both events are held at Cityfarm in east Perth. For more information on eco faeries head to www.ecofaeries.com or call or email Faerie Cara on 0415 174 115 and faeriecara@hotmail.com.

Favourite Things

2011-01-13T09:04:00.004+08:00

Now that you have destashed at the MOTL market last Sunday, heads up for a wonderful Fremantle event: "These are a few of my favourite things" where local businesses and designers including Love in Tokyo, Ashe Kartique, Shedwallah and others will be selling old stock and interesting bits and pieces....There will be something for everyone! The event begins Friday 14th of January from 6-9pm and continues on Saturday and Sunday between 10am and 5pm. Situated in the old "Japon" store in North Fremantle...See the flyer attatched here for more details...

Exhibition Opening - KULCHA

2011-01-12T09:39:00.000+08:00

Donate to The Floods

2011-01-11T21:05:00.002+08:00

Wonderful Etsy charity store for raising money for Flood Releif.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/AusDisasterRelief

Contact them with your donation.

Reins exhibition at Freerange Gallery

2011-01-10T08:54:00.003+08:00

[ will stoker & matt doust ]

Thu Jan 13 2011 - Wed Jan 19 2011
opening » thu, 13th jan, 7pm, performance starts at 8pm
gallery times » 11am-5pm fri-wed

Reins is a multi-media collaboration between artist Matt Doust and musician Will Stoker, a personal dialogue to be presented within the walls of Free Range gallery.

Through the submergence of painting, music, video projection and performance, Doust and Stoker aim to thematically explore/ highlight the concept of control as practiced/applied to dichotomous impulses within the human mind.

Doust and Stoker view a metaphoric holding of the reins as integral to human existence and employ various mediums to express the experience of this conceptual constraint; delving into the idea that mental and physical activity is in a continual flux of self-censorship that inevitably culminates in an anaesthetised state of awareness.

“…During the conscious state we glance at our signifiers which remind us to behave: but when we lay our head down to slumber, the subconscious mind is at the helm, taking us on a voyage in the dream state, from white clouds to lakes of fire.”

Market Opportunity - Old Perth Road Markets

2011-01-01T18:37:00.004+08:00

The Old Perth Road Markets are held on the last Sunday of each month (except December when it is a week earlier!) from 9am to 2:30pm in Old Perth Road Bassendean. Here's a link to the website http://www.oldperthroadmarkets.com.au/
The theme of the markets is locally made and/or grown.

Best Wishes

2011-01-01T04:00:00.001+08:00

Just for Fun : Supporting local WA film-makers

2010-12-31T15:49:00.004+08:00

Hello Lovelies!!! 

The talented Perth film  maker, Ella Wright, is in  pre-production on her latest project, a short film called George Jones  and the Giant Squid. 

The Writers and Directors are the guys that brought us "This is Perth"  which they made in their spare time, now its time to bring their satire to the big screen! 

It's not long until filming is underway.  You are  invited to be part of the action!!!  100 extras are sorely needed to  acheive an important scene in the film to be shot in our beloved  Fremantle. 

The main thing is to find  out who of you/friends/family can make it.  Can you???  If you can  please email Ella (ella_wright@hotmail.com)for deets.

Your appearance will be kindly rewarded with beer and sausages, and the wam fuzzy feeling of knowing you chipped in.

See you there!

December Etsy Team Challenge - VOTE NOW!

2010-12-28T13:11:00.003+08:00

:: Edit :: The vote was closed 14th Jan, and the winner was ShinyRabbit Jackalope at Sunset Brooch! Congratulations Cynthia!

Silhouettes, Skeleton Keys and Gold

As part of an Etsy team challenge for Made on the Left, competitors had to design, make and list an item that fit at least one of the above "trends", according to Etsy.

We'd love you to vote for your favourite by the 10th of Jan, so take a peep by clicking on the pics!
(Just a friendly reminder not to vote if you competed)

1	2	3
4	5	6

Generated using Treasury HTML code generator by Whale Shark Websites.

If you'd like to compete next time, and you're an etsy seller that makes their own items, join the MOTL etsy team and keep an eye on the discussion boards for the next announcement.

xx Lauren & The Team

Etsy Merch Challenge #3 (Jan)

2010-12-28T13:05:00.004+08:00

Hi All,

Welcome to our first 2011 challenge!

We'll be having these little fun comps now and again for those in our Etsy Sellers Team. Come join us on the dark side, you'll need an etsy shop that sells west-aussie handmade.

The Prize

Set of three badges of the latest poster design, they'd set you back $5 normally, but if you win, all their pretty little faces are yours to keep! As another incentive, we will be featuring all entries in an Etsy treasury which will be featured on the blog, plus the winner will have their item featured solo on the blog... woo hoo! (If the winner has won previously, a different badge set will be offered)

The Task

As per Etsy's merchandising post for the month of January, we want you to create an item that falls under one or two (or all three!) of the following trends...

1. DIY kits and projects
2. cozy neutral colours (its winter in USA!)
3. diamonds

For example, you could create a x-stitch pattern, or make a beautiful cream scarf... maybe even whip up a t-shirt stencilled with a picture of a diamond... its up to your imagination!

We'll open them up to a vote here on the blog on the 11th of January, and close voting/announce the winner on the 21st.

What to do
1. be part of MOTL Etsy Team
2. make your item
3. photograph your item
4. list your item on Etsy
5. post the listing link here;
http://www.etsy.com/teams/5162/made-on-the-left/discuss/6727511/
6. vote, and cross your fingers!

Good Luck! If you have any questions please post them below.

xx Lauren & The Team

2011 William Street Festival

2010-12-20T20:50:00.001+08:00

2011 William Street Festival

Date Sunday 20 March 2011
Time 10am – 4pm
Location William Street, Perth
Closing date Applications must be received by close of business Friday 14 January 2011

For any enquiries contact:
Jill Symons or Sarah-Jane Hansen Event Co-ordinators Town of Vincent
Phone: (08) 9273 6557
Email: jill.symons@vincent.wa.gov.au
sarah-jane.hansen@vincent.wa.gov.au

The sizes of the stalls are to be 3 x 3m or 3 x 6m with a roof. Marquee style stalls are available for a small fee. If you are providing your own marquee, it must comply with these sizes and Australian manufacturing standards. The marquee must be secured correctly and safely, keeping in mind that you will be on a street with no lawn areas available for pegs.

Artists Wanted

2010-12-09T20:34:00.001+08:00

Please forward this invitation to any female artists you know who may be interested in participating in this event! Whether they work in film, sculpture, painting, drawing, performance, photography, installation, etc.

The UWA Women's Department is seeking submissions from artists who identify as female to participate in an art exhibition as part of UWA Women's Week.

Female artists are invited to produce pieces of any media exploring women's themes (feminism, human rights, sexuality, maternity, body, gender, sex, etc). Artists are able to explore and interprest such themes however they wish and are able to keep all profits from any works sold.

Works will be displayed on Tuesday the 8th and Wednesday 9th of March 2011 at the University of Western Australia, between 11am - 2pm.

Works must be submitted by March 1.

For more information or to submit work, contact womens@guild.uwa.edu.au.

Etsy Merch Challenge #2 (DEC)

2010-12-09T15:14:00.003+08:00

Hi All,

Welcome to our very belated and rushed second challenge! Apologies for that, interstate holidays are horrible for organisation!

We'll be having these little fun comps now and again for those in our Etsy Sellers Team. Come join us on the dark side, you'll need an etsy shop that sells west-aussie handmade.

The Prize

Set of three badges of the latest poster design, they'd set you back $5 normally, but if you win, all their pretty little faces are yours to keep! As another incentive, we will be featuring all entries in an Etsy treasury which will be featured on the blog, plus the winner will have their item featured solo on the blog... woo hoo! (If the winner has won previously, a different badge set will be offered)

The Task

As per Etsy's merchandising post for the month of December, we want you to create an item that falls under one or two (or three!) of the following trends...

1. silhouettes
2. skeleton keys
3. the colour gold

For example, you could stencil an elephant outline onto a cushion, or make a necklace out of skeleton keys and some great beads... maybe even a pair of gold hotpants! Its up to your imagination!

We'll open them up to a vote here on the blog on the 18th of December, and close voting/announce the winner on the 21st.

What to do
1. be part of MOTL Etsy Team
2. make your item
3. photograph your item
4. list your item on Etsy
5. post the listing link here;
http://www.etsy.com/teams/5162/made-on-the-left/discuss/6672851/
6. vote, and cross your fingers!

Good Luck! If you have any questions please post them below.

xx Lauren & The Team

November Etsy Team Challenge - VOTE NOW!

2010-12-07T20:08:00.005+08:00

:: Edit :: The vote was closed 13th Dec, and the winner was Petrafanella's Arrow Wristwarmers by a mere 1 vote! Congratulations Peta!

'Honey Bees, Arrows and Vintage Cameras'

As part of an Etsy team challenge for Made on the Left competitors had to design, make and list an item that fit at least one of the above "trends" from Etsy's november merchandising post.

1 KylieO $8.00	2 petrafanella $25.00	3 Osier $37.00
4 iheartcharlie $29.00	5 ShinyRabbit $10.00	6 TallRabbit $12.00

Generated using Treasury HTML code generator by Whale Shark Websites.

Make sure you click on the images to see them bigger and read all about them. Now all you have to do is vote for the winner by the 21st of December, and then we'll crown the winner.

Just a friendly reminder not to vote if you competed. :)

If you'd like to compete next time, and you're an etsy seller that makes their own items, join the MOTL etsy team and keep an eye on the discussion boards for the next announcement.

xx Lauren & The Team

Market Opportunity + More

2010-12-07T19:46:00.002+08:00

What's YOUR story?
The Town of Vincent is hosting a community celebration for the William Street area on Sunday 20 March 2011 between 10am and 4pm and is seeking story tellers and artists to be involved...

This area is rich in culture, history and art, there are so many interesting stories about the people, the places, past and present that need to be told. Included in the program of the festival will be an oral history element where members of each cultural community as well as those with a personal history of this area, young and not so young get to tell their story.

Stories can be orally delivered or through pictures, vision, art, dance and performance. Are you a part of William Street or do you know someone is or was?? The Town is also seeking local artists to sell their work at the art car park market on the day or produce work as part of the festival.

If you have work to sell or an idea of how you can be involved in the festival then please contact Jill Symons on9273 6557 or email jill.symons@vincent.wa. gov.au

Made on the Left DESTASH YOUR SUPPLIES MARKET

2010-12-05T10:39:00.007+08:00

We at Made on the Left feel that 2011 is going to be an awesome year full of new possibilities and crafting adventures. So we thought we’d launch the new year with a market dedicated to clearing out your craft room (art studio, lounge room or exploding spare room) of all those supplies you have bought over the years and never quite used. It’s also dedicated to all those people who have found their passion (or still searching) and need the equipment and supplies to continue their awesome work.

So come along and add to your passion, trade your equipment or sell off all those no longer needed supplies gathering dust. Wool, cotton, material, easels, brushes, glass, beads, canvases, wood, clay, polymers, pens, paper...the list goes on.

9.30am - 2pm

Upstairs at The Saint, Innaloo

No commercial suppliers please. Only individuals wanting to clear their craft room, art studio or their lounge room corner!

Buyers free entry.

Traders can let other know about what they have or want on the blog post (leave a comment on this post) or the Facebook event page (coming soon). If you don't have enough to fill a table then bring a basket of your goodies to sell or trade ($5 fee applies).

Selling spots are $15 per table or blanket.

Seller Information

Spots are 2m wide and 1.5 deep. Basically the width of a standard trestle table. A trestle can be provided. No table cloth will be provided. If you choose to use a blanket you must bring your own. If you choose to bring clothing racks (or the like) they must fit within your allocated space. You will be unable to fit both a trestle table and a clothing rack within your allocated area.

Spots will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. Please apply for your spot before Dec 21 2010. All correspondence will be conducted via email (from Dara on the admin@madeontheleft.com email) and once you have been accepted payment is due within 5 working days via direct deposit, cheque or PayPal. No refunds will be issued for withdrawal after January 1 2011.

To apply email Dara at admin@madeontheleft.com the following details:

a. Name

b. Phone

c. Address

d. Supply types – just a quick description about what you will be bringing

e. Table or blanket - indicate whether you will need a table or be bringing a blanket

f. By applying and paying for you spot at the MOTL Supplies Swap Meet you acknowledge that you will meet and adhere to all the MOTL terms and conditions that follow:

All Made on the Left Terms & Conditions apply.

You consent to allow Made on the Left use of your images and information for publicity purposes.

You accept the responsibility to ensure that all products sold by you comply with appropriate Fair Trading legislation and will not be illegal or pornographic in nature.

You accept that no responsibility for your goods or valuables will be taken by the event organisers or the management of the premise.

This Market will be held at the The Saint George, 2 Morris Rd, Innaloo. For information see: http://tinyurl.com/pcj37u

As the event is held in licensed premises, every participant or visitor under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

No food or drink may be brought onto the premises. Water is available at no cost and additional drink or food may be purchased from the restaurant within the premises.

Setup of your stall may begin from 8.30am, but must be ready prior to the event opening at 9.30am. Your stall must be packed up after 2pm and vacated by 2.45pm.

Summer Holiday Workshops For Creative Teens - Central TAFE

2010-12-05T08:40:00.002+08:00

Taking place 17th to 29th January 2011

Please look over Central Institute of Technology's new

Summer Holiday Workshops for 13 to 18 year olds in the Summer holiday

Art, Fashion, Jewellery and Print Department

Central Institute of Technology

12 Aberdeen St Northbridge

Phone 94271127

Email enquiry.art@central.wa.edu.au

www.central.wa.eduau

Community Artist Listing Opportunity - Kalannie

2010-12-05T08:32:00.000+08:00

Community Artist Listing Opportunity

See below for a callout for an Artist in Residency. Contact Penny Flude for further details.

Hi there,
We are currently advertising for an artist in residence to come to Kalannie (3 hours North East of Perth in the Wheatbelt).

Length of Time: 3 to 5 days to run workshops with the local community & school.
Project outline - Create Mail Boxes/Initial ideas for Sculptures - using found/recycled materials from around the area.
Funding: Provided by Local Shire - $2500 to run project.
Accommodation – Staying with Local Family in separate accommodation – All meals provided.

If you are interested – please contact me on email or numbers below

OR

You know of someone who could be interested please forward this on.

This is a fantastic opportunity for artist to support local community arts project & visit an area they may never have had the opportunity to go to before.

If you have any ideas please get in touch.
Tel: (08) 9666 2194
Email: kalannie@crc.net.au
See our updated web at http://www.kalannie.crc.net.au/

2010-11-16T07:43:00.003+08:00

Day of the Thread joined us on on Sunday at the MOTL market with their awesome and innovative t-shirts and designs. It's all about collaboration...something we love too!

So we know it's short notice but you can get down to their launch tomorrow - 7pm Wednesday Nov 17 - at BIRD in Northbridge (181 William St) for live art, music and food.

Artist Callout - Town of Vincent Festival 2011

2010-11-15T15:21:00.001+08:00

Call for artists – Town of Vincent

The Town of Vincent will be hosting a community celebration festival in William Street on Sunday 20th March 2011 between 10am and 4pm. We are looking for performance, and visual artists to participate in the festival.

There is an Aboriginal and Asian theme as well an underlying artistic element. We need fresh, creative ideas.

If you have a project, performance or idea that would suit a festival environment then we want to hear from you.

Please contact the festival coordinator, Jill Symons on jill.symons@vincent.wa.gov.au or on 9273 6557 Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Applications open for Melville Sculpture Walk

2010-11-15T14:58:00.002+08:00

City of Melville – inviting applications

The City of Melville is now inviting applications from Western Australian artists to exhibit as part of the eighth Sculpture Walk. This year's event will take place at the new Kadidjiny Park, located on the corner of Kitchener and Curtis Roads in Melville. The event will open on Friday 11 March 2011.

Applications will be accepted until 4.00pm, Friday 17 December 2010.

The application form and info pack can be downloaded from: http://www.melvillecity.com.au/community/art/sculpture-walk

Tread Lightly by Holly Pepper

2010-11-15T14:55:00.001+08:00

tread lightly

[ holly pepper ]

thu nov 18 2010 - tue nov 23 2010
gallery times » 10am-4pm daily

opening » thursday november 18, 6-9pm

free range gallery

339 wellington st

freerange.org.au

Ever wondered what happens to the things you throw out in your rubbish?

An exhibition by emerging WA designer Holly Pepper is about creating new beginnings for the discarded by-products of our lavish western lifestyles. On her return from a year volunteering in Samoa, Holly was struck by the materialistic WA lifestyle and was determined to show people how useful the objects we discard can be.

Holly invites you to come and view the results at her maiden solo exhibition at the Free Range Gallery from November 18 to 23.

The exhibition will showcase a range of original and thought-provoking textile sculptural works. Most of the pieces have been inspired by the re-use of locally sourced industrial waste, to create bold tactile designs.

Holly would like to thank local not-for-profit REMIDA for its work recycling useable waste products, which has been of great value to her. She also spends countless hours scavenging among council roadside collections, op-shops, tip shops and friend’s chuck-out piles.

Media and public are welcome to attend the exhibition opening from 6pm on November 18.

Tread lightly community forum
Sunday November 21

An open forum discussion will be hosted within the gallery space to discuss sustainability and design. This is a good opportunity to talk more in depth with Holly and other local artists about sustainable art.

MOTL hearts frankie

2010-11-10T19:27:00.003+08:00

From over at frankie HQ:

Written by holly mccauley

Wednesday, 10 November 2010 15:00

Perth lovers-of-handmade, rejoice! Designer run markets, Made On The Left are having their annual Christmas markets this weekend in Innaloo. Hop along for some homegrown goodness and get onto that Chrissy gift list!

(and congrats to Janice from MOA for her little stache badge feature!)

thanks frankie!

Sunset Laneway Market - Applications Open

2010-11-04T18:44:00.000+08:00

That famous Tum Tum Tree is in bloom and ready for us to gather under its boughs for another laneway event! This time, the Laneway Market has transformed into a bigger, better and more boutique market! ..........................................................................................................

WHAT?
Tum Tum Tree Lane presents...

The Sunset Market...

Gourmet Food, West Australian Designers,
Artisan Wares, Boutique Vintage,
Unique Children's Gifts, World Music DJs...

WHEN?
Friday 10th December 4pm-10pm
Tum Tum Tree lane (laneway and courtyard)
130 High St Fremantle

STALL COST?
$50 per stall. Please note this fee includes a 1.8m space on the day for each of you (one standard trestle table length)
high quality advertising, online advertising as well as online publication and printed media publications.
We are covering this event as best as we possibly can to advertise for all of you and ensure a high volume of shoppers attend the event. We want it to be as successful as possible and get your names out as much as we can!

APPLICATION?

What do you sell:

Is it handmade by you or someone you know:

What are your price ranges (lowest to highest):

Please attach 2 photos to support this:

*************************************

We are giving everyone an equal opportunity to have stall at this event but unfortunately can not ensure that you will be accepted due to limited spaces. These spaces will go fast so please let us know if you'd like to have a space by Monday the 15th of November! We are only selecting three-five of each category (three vintage stalls, three children's stall etc...) to ensure variety and diversity of stall holders at the event.

This is going to be a visually beautiful and family friendly event in which your senses will be treated to the best quality food, music and designer wares West Australia has to offer.

Book your place in the Sunset Market now!! :)

Cynthia - e) cynthiaaellis@hotmail.com

Sophie - e) fiye-fille@hotmail.com

Zoë - e) zoerbrand_2006@hotmail.com

Etsy Merch Challenge #1

2010-11-03T22:45:00.005+08:00

Hi All,

Welcome to our challenge for the next two weeks! We'll be having these little fun comps now and again for those in our Etsy Sellers Team. Come join us on the dark side, you'll need an etsy shop that sells west-aussie handmade.

The Prize

Set of three badges of the latest poster design, they'd set you back $5 normally, but if you win, all their pretty little faces are yours to keep! As another incentive, we will be featuring all entries in an Etsy treasury which will be featured on the blog, plus the winner will have their item featured solo on the blog... woo hoo!

The Task

As per Etsy's merchandising post for the month of November, we want you to create an item that falls under one or two (or three!) of the following trends...

1. vintage cameras
2. honey bees
3. arrows

For example, you could sew a honey bee costume a-la Blind Lemon's No Rain, or perhaps you'd rather take a polaroid picture and frame it... you could even interpret "arrows" as an inspiration for a chevron striped top... or a cupid bow and arrow set of earrings. Its up to your imagination!

We'll open them up to a vote by Etsy team members on the 12th of November, and close voting/announce the winner on the 15th.

What to do
1. be part of MOTL Etsy Team
2. make your item
3. photograph your item
4. list your item on Etsy
5. post the listing link here;
http://www.etsy.com/teams/5162/made-on-the-left/discuss/6672851/
6. vote, and cross your fingers!

Good Luck! If you have any questions please post them below.

xx Lauren & The Team

Who do you want to be when you grow up?

2010-11-03T14:58:00.002+08:00

Well we want to be like Finders Keepers. An awesome, super-organised, frankie-sponsored indie design market held over in the eastern states. They're got a great opportunity/comp for all you visual artists, we suggest you have a crack at it!

Currently under the working title ON THE WALL, the artworks will be displayed at CarriageWorks within the foyer for the duration of the Sydney markets and will celebrate Leeloo’s ongoing mission to support independent Australian artists. Artwork will be for sale during the exhibition and there may be the possibility of selling prints of the artworks also.

Have a read over here.

Midland Arts & Craft Market

2010-11-02T12:25:00.002+08:00

Hey All, a quick note about the arrival of the Midland Arts & Craft Market.

In their words...

"Through the City of Swan, we are very keen to support new and emerging artists and designers and expose your creative talent to the people of the eastern region of Perth. A region that is ripe and waiting for your input.
The Midland Arts & Craft Market is a Community Project with the Rotary Club of Midland; and Rotary will be the group you interact with most if you want to be part of this exciting new monthly event on our cultural calendar.
Held the third Saturday of every month, the market is in the beautiful grounds of the Juniper Gardens, adjacent to the Midland Gate Shopping Centre, apartments, new restaurants and cafes – also on the doorstep of our arts centre.
If you would like to be involved in our arts programs come to the Midland Junction Arts Centre, or make a time with me to talk/meet/explore. We will be working hard to profile the various artists featured in the markets, which will include media releases, possible exhibition opportunities, production of promo material, and other ideas not yet thought of… I’m sure you’ll have the best ideas.
hope you will consider an adventure in the Swan region, and let us support your creative practice! "

Contact details
Mallika Macleod
Coordinator Arts & Culture Community Planning and Development
City of Swan
PO Box 196 MIDLAND WA 6936
Midland Junction Arts Centre
76 Great Eastern Highway (Cnr Cale St)
Midland
T 08 9267 9342
M 0405 104 681
F 9267 9134
W www.swan.wa.gov.au/arts

2011 Art U Wear

2010-11-02T12:07:00.002+08:00

Hi All,

Go check out this comp for emerging textile/wearable art/fashion peeps...

"Textile artists, designers and anyone with a love of creative textiles are invited to enter
a competition to create a wearable art costume"

read more by downloading the PDF HERE.

Good Luck! xx

Blows Party Whistle

2010-11-02T11:53:00.003+08:00

Please note;

1. We do not condone smoking
2. We do condone cake
3. We definitly condone reaching 100 blog followers! Yay!

Thanks All for a wonderful 100 follows, we love each and every one of you and hope that this blog has been able to help you with your stalls, let you know about opportunities, and just really be a great resource. Remember, if you hear about something, or have something you want to share with the rest of us, let us know.

xx Lauren & The Team

p.s. we've got a few new team members in the works, so we might have a group photo soon if we're lucky to show everyone new off, like shiny toys... lets hope they don't get scratched and dented too quick!

Perth is Great

2010-10-30T23:41:00.001+08:00

Hey, we think you should watch this video. It will make you proud of Perth and all the creative things that go on here.

Popsicle from Bsrk Productions on Vimeo.

Market Opportunity - The Handmade Childrens Market

2010-10-30T23:04:00.001+08:00

The HCM is a family friendly market specifically set up for mums with small businesses to sell their handmade products and services for children aged 0-10 years old.

The markets will be a personal experience for the whole family where children can participate in free kid's activities while mums, dads, aunties, uncles and grandparents shop and browse the local WA handmade goods.

Remaining 2010 dates:
Saturday 6th Nov 2010, 9-1pm, free entry, Melville Civic Centre Booragoon
Saturday 4th Dec 2010, 9-1pm, free entry, Melville Civic Centre Booragoon

visit handmadechildrensmarkets.com for more details.

Live, work or play in City of Melville? Add YOUR input!

2010-10-19T13:06:00.004+08:00

Are you a young professional or creative (around 25 to 35 years of age) living, working or playing in the City of Melville?

Then we’d love you to join in a café conversation about how to support and grow cultural vitality in the City of Melville.

Whether you live, work or play in the City, we’re keen to talk to you!

The City of Melville is developing a Cultural Vitality Plan that looks at how best to use local cultural resources to promote social and economic development and consequently enhance quality of life. These cultural resources could include visual, performing and literary arts, heritage buildings, festivals and events, community values and traditions, recreational facilities, café strips, creative industries and much more.

We want to know how well the arts and cultural needs of young professionals and creatives are being catered for in the City of Melville. Your opinion is important and will help the City plan for a culturally vibrant future.

Join me for a café conversation about cultural vitality:

Date: Saturday, 30 October 2010

Time: 2pm to 3pm
Cafe: Coffea Fine Espresso, 31a Ardross Street, Applecross
Light refreshments provided.

Please register your attendance by Wednesday 27 October by contacting me at anne [!at] annegoodall.com.au or on 0407 441 822. If you’re interested in contributing your ideas and are unable to attend the café conversation, please contact me to arrange an alternative means for input.

It would be great if you could pass on this invitation to any other young professionals and creatives you know who live in the City of Melville.

For information about all the ways that City of Melville residents, workers and visitors can provide input to the development of the Cultural Vitality Plan, check out .

Interested in Selling Children's Items?

2010-10-19T13:02:00.002+08:00

We had an email and thought some out there might be interested...

Visit the website here

"Originally the markets were intended only for handmade products but during the planning stages I have seen the need for a market selling a bigger variety of products for children including products that are not handmade.

November 6 2010

Melville Civic Centre - Main Hall

Street Address: 10 Almondbury Rd, Booragoon WA

Entry off Davy St (behind Garden City) - See Directions

Follow 'THE VAULT' & 'Library' Road Signs

9:00am - 1:00pm

Free Entry

Other Dates for 2010

December 4"

2010-10-15T21:52:00.001+08:00

Artist Call-out ARTillery 2010

2010-10-11T17:40:00.004+08:00

Artist Call-out ARTillery 2010

The ARTillery Festival creates events which challenge local artists to explore the topic of human rights through their art. Visual artists are invited to take up the challenge and apply to be a part Masterpeace. Each selected artist will be given an information pack on one of Amnesty International’s individuals at risk (someone imprisoned unjustly), and will create a work based on the information in whatever form the artists feels appropriate. The Masterpeace exhibition is one of 5 events happening in Perth during the festival, which will run from the 1st to the 10th of December.

Send expressions of interest, a brief bio and 3 - 5 examples of previous work to masterpeace@artilleryfestival.com

Applications close October 15th! See www.artilleryfestival.com for more information.

www.artilleryfestival.com

WA Etsy Sellers Feature!

2010-10-07T21:36:00.000+08:00

'made on the left' by petrafanella

This treasury brings to you a selection of things handmade on the left hand side of Australia - that is, Western Australia.If you are feeling the love, visit http://www.madeontheleft.com , or shop local and choose Western Australia!

Ironing Board Cover - Donna ... ModernHomeware... $25.00	Small Notebook Denim Appliq... iheartcharlie $22.00	Dove Love Necklace by Osier Osier $35.00
A Tropical Conversation Arch... aussiepatches $39.00	Felt Burst Brooch with Trail petrafanella $14.00	Spring Birds print mitchellandden... $35.00
Roll Up Your Carpet Beads BeadPile $8.00	Set of 4 Jumbo Size Love Hea... CosmoHouseSlav... $6.95	AUTUMN MAGIC PAPER DOLL SET ... littlemoandfri... $12.00
The High Society Princess We... letters4lilly $195.00	Wilfully Wicked - Cherry Blo... delightsociety $15.00	Bags set of 3 - Kawaii pink ... hdproduct $30.00
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Markets at Mojos this Sunday

2010-09-29T06:23:00.000+08:00

"A day of fashion, art and music with Felicity Groom, Sugarpuss, Helen Shanahan, Echoes of Django, Lucy Peach and Agent 85. Sunday October 3 10am - 3.30pm @ Mojos in North Fremantle"

That's all I know :)

Kulcha Exhibition Space 2011

2010-09-26T14:49:00.000+08:00

Student Sponsorship Deal for November Made on the Left

2010-09-26T09:33:00.000+08:00

Student Sponsorship Deal

As a new Made on the Left initiative for the Christmas 2010 market, we are offering a sponsorship for Western Australian student designers. If you are a current art or design student or collectives from WA, you are eligible to apply for one of the two stalls per day we have set aside to support you, free of charge.

Don’t panic if your course doesn't have the words ‘Art & Design’ in the title – we are looking for all sorts of creative people – fashion, woodwork, sculpture, graphics etc Successful applicants will be expected to provide proof of current enrolment in a recognised WA educational institution.

The applications are available here (on our brand new and shiny website) - fill in the form and make sure you fill in the student sponsorship questions at the end. Get in quick - applications close October 9.

We are really excited about the November market and really look forward to you helping to make it a vibrant, interesting and fresh place to buy WA handmade!

Applications Are Open!

2010-09-24T21:48:00.000+08:00

Click HERE to apply online! We made it easy for you, you dont even have to download a form, or send an email!

Photographing Flat Products : Help from Etsy.com

2010-09-22T03:49:00.000+08:00

photo from letterhappy

"Taking great photos of your work is key! How you present your artwork is just as important as the work itself, and more often than not it's what makes the difference between someone understanding/buying your work. Flatness is one of the biggest obstacles to overcome when photographing 2D work and presenting it online. Context is everything; it is important to remember the item isn't just an image on a screen! For flat 2D objects, such as drawings and prints, show a scanned version of the work, but also a shot with space around the work. You want to give your viewer an idea of the size of the piece, as well as its presence!"

Read the rest of the article HERE. Its really good, and has made me realise that I usually purchase prints that are well photographed more frequently than "flat"images.

xx Lauren & The Team

Meet & Make September 2010

2010-09-20T10:50:00.000+08:00

Opportunity for Illustrators

2010-09-19T17:35:00.000+08:00

Be part of Illustrative in Berlin!

Applications for Illustrative 2011 can now be submitted.

In May 2011, the 6th Illustrative- the leading international festival for contemporary illustration and graphic arts, will take place in Berlin again. Artists from all over the world can now apply for the festival: Until October 22nd, 2010 they can submit works in order to be considered for the Swatch Young Illustrators Award.

On November 5th, 2010 the nominees will be awarded in advance and invited to the “Illustrators Night”, a celebration at Direktorenhaus in Berlin.

The Swatch Young Illustrators Award is an unique competition awarding creativity and innovation in personal contemporary illustration and graphics. The award encourages and supports designers in their artistic practice and offers an international and worldwide recognized platform for them. In three categories, illustrative art works, art projects with graphic influences, animations, installations and book art objects qualify for submission.

A jury, consisting of international art directors, well-known illustrators and publishers, will nominate artists in each category in October 2010. At Direktorenhaus in Berlin, the “Illustrators Night” will take place on November 5th, where the nominations will be celebrated with an exhibition and a party.

The Swatch Young Illustrators Award offers the winners not only the opportunity to be part of Illustrative in May 2011 in Berlin. Also,there are prizes waiting worth 6.000 Euros, publications and agency agreements as well as the one-time opportunity to design a limited edition for Swatch.

For more information, check out www.illustrative.de and www.direktorenhaus.com

via Ali J's blog

Nominate an Awesome under 25 year old

2010-09-15T01:31:00.000+08:00

National youth radio station Triple J is running an awesome project called
"25 under 25 and smashing it"
- its all about young people who are really making a name for themselves in the community... read on in their words...

Are you shaking shit up? Or know someone who is? Has your bestie just nailed an awesome project and won't shut up about it? Are you inventing killer techno gadgets or is your sister the best wine-maker you know? Maybe you're an awesome car mechanic or you’ve got a mad activist mate.

triple j's putting together an annual list of Australia's most extraordinary under 25's doing great freaking things. We want to hear from people working or playing in any industry. Nominate yourself or the movers, shakers + makers in your life.

Nominations close next MONDAY September 22nd

Tell us how you or someone you know is SMASHIN IT!

To nominate someone CLICK HERE

xx Lauren & The Team

Have you got a great image of your product range?

2010-09-11T11:50:00.000+08:00

Have you got a great image of your product range, where it shows off all the different styles? If you havn't, GET OFF YOUR BUTT! Its a really important and great marketing tool, and is much better to hand out at markets than a boring business card, because people will actually remember why they picked it up in the first place!

If you're a WA artist, and have a really nice product range image, share the link to it in the comments and I'll pop it up on the blog... a little reward for putting in the work!

I really love this one by Janice Law over at little miso who belongs to the super-wonderful Made of Awesome collaborative - click to see it big.

EDIT :: there seems to be a bit of confusion, we're after images that show 3+ DIFFERENT items in the one images; i..e the one above shows 16 in one image. xx

Semi-Permanent Design Festival 2010

2010-09-10T17:08:00.001+08:00

Hey, it's that time of the year again, hoorah!

The Bakery is relaunching with a bang!

To buy tix and get in on the action ; clicky

The 5th Semi-Permanent Perth Conference returns to The Bakery with a new format and killer line-up of speakers.

This years speakers include graphic designer Leif Podhajsky, super cool creative agency Tin & Ed, stylin urban creative Beastman, renowned photographer Claire Martin plus more speakers and side events to be announced shortly.

Each ticket purchase to Semi-Permanent include a copy if the 2010 Semi-Permanent Publication and entry to the Official After Party feat. Chico Mann & guests.

For more information on Semi-Permanent speakers & side events, log onto www.semipermanent.com

xx The Team

What to do this Weekend

2010-09-09T00:05:00.000+08:00

Hey All!

Pining for some Perth design? Made on the Left November too far away?

Well, other markets are on this weekend, both on the Sunday!

So either choose one, or go to both!

Perth Upmarket

website link

Perth Upmarket is at UWA and has a huge range of stalls - food, art, jewellery, clothes, home wares, photography etc, with all products designed in WA (not necessarily handmade), they also have a neat kids market on at the same time - visit the website for deets!

Unwrapped: The Marketplace

website link

Unwrapped is at the Perth Cultural Centre and as part of the Perth Fashion Festival is focused on fashion - that is Handmade in WA designs in fields such as jewellery, accessories, clothing (mens, women and kids), plus a little bit extra - again, visit the website for details!

Don't forget to support these wonderful WA designer markets - its you that keeps the WA handmade scene going!

xx Lauren & The Team

WA made is the new Black

2010-09-07T00:08:00.000+08:00

Sterling Silver Ripple ... GetSilvered $35	Elegant Black Lace Pend... lunarbelle $22.5	Handmade Lampwork and S... glasscandybj $18
Silver/Grey Apple Skirt... caldidesign $95	Pattern Archival Print aussiepatches $39	The Classic Button Bouq... letters4lilly $180
Flying High teaforbini $26	Moo Pendant Polyclarific $6.5	Ironing Board Cover - L... ModernHomeware... $25
Tote Bag Denim - Jennif... iheartcharlie $70	Mr Frenchy BLACK Neckla... littlemiso $25	Planulae Pin - Small lilarubyking $27

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Curtin University Needs Survey Participants

2010-09-01T15:53:00.000+08:00

Give WA arts a voice!
Understanding the Creative Workforce: A study of artists and arts practice

Curtin University are looking for 300 artists to help complete a survey about the way they work. They need artists, actors, writers, designers, musicians, street performers, dancers, sculptors, photographers, or anyone working in the creative industry to help. Through your completed survey, it is hoped more will be learnt about the role of artists, how they work and art’s critical role in society. The information will be used to boost the visibility of the Arts in WA, inform funding and skills development, and help to build a more sustainable creative workforce.

A few notes about the survey:

The survey can be done online at this link http://research.humanities.curtin.edu.au/creativeworkforce/ or via the facebook page – Creative Workforce WA
Hard copies are also available on request by email creativeworkforce@curtin.edu.au or by phoning Julie on 9266 4747
All surveys will be treated with the upmost confidentiality and any personal information will be de-identified
All participants will be in a draw to win a raft of prizes from local businesses
Anyone who completes a survey will receive feedback on the results if desired
Participants will also have the chance to have their story told in a book that will be published.

Oxford St Markets Back On Again

2010-09-01T09:24:00.000+08:00

From Katrina, from Oxford St Markets =

Hi Everyone,

I hope you have been enjoying this mild winter season, and are looking forward to all the great events which embrace us in the spring and summer.

The Oxford St Market has grown from its launch in summer 08 from an initial small community collective, into an established cultural highlight in Perth. The market promotes independent fashion designers, jewellery designers, home decor, photographers, painters, fair traders, collectors, and the aspiring creative alike.We have now secured our dates for the Oxford St Market 10/11 season, and will launch for another 20 week summer series as of November 6, 2010 - April 2, 2011.

Applications to exhibit are now open, and can be downloaded from our website www.oxfordstmarket.com.au

Please feel free to pass on this email to anyone you know who may be interested in participating this season, and do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

Amplifier Arts Business Workshops and Forums

2010-08-30T17:01:00.001+08:00

Amplifier – is a FREE arts business workshop and forum program designed to sharpen the arts business skills of emerging Perth metro artists and artsworkers aged 18-30 years. The program is aimed to provide professional skills development, networking opportunities and the chance to explore current arts issues with leading industry professionals. Places are limited! Visit Propel Arts WA to find out more and register.

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:: Edit :: The vote was closed 14th Jan, and the winner was ShinyRabbit Jackalope at Sunset Brooch! Congratulations Cynthia!

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:: Edit :: The vote was closed 13th Dec, and the winner was Petrafanella's Arrow Wristwarmers by a mere 1 vote! Congratulations Peta!

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As part of an Etsy team challenge for Made on the Left competitors had to design, make and list an item that fit at least one of the above "trends" from Etsy's november merchandising post.

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Made on the Left DESTASH YOUR SUPPLIES MARKET

Summer Holiday Workshops For Creative Teens - Central TAFE

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Sunset Laneway Market - Applications Open

Etsy Merch Challenge #1

Who do you want to be when you grow up?

Midland Arts & Craft Market

2011 Art U Wear

*Blows Party Whistle*

Perth is Great

Market Opportunity - The Handmade Childrens Market

Live, work or play in City of Melville? Add YOUR input!

Interested in Selling Children's Items?

Artist Call-out ARTillery 2010

WA Etsy Sellers Feature!

'made on the left' by petrafanella

This treasury brings to you a selection of things handmade on the left hand side of Australia - that is, Western Australia.If you are feeling the love, visit http://www.madeontheleft.com , or shop local and choose Western Australia!

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Photographing Flat Products : Help from Etsy.com

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Opportunity for Illustrators

Be part of Illustrative in Berlin!

Blows Party Whistle