OUR mission statement
MADE ON THE LEFT was founded in 2008 by independent designers to support Western Australian creative talent. We hold bi-annual handmade craft markets to showcase local designers.
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Our aim is to support all creative designers and events showcasing independent labels. MOTL is a not-for-profit, non-partisan organisation. You may wonder why we promote other markets besides MOTL; it’s because it’s not about us, its about you; the buyers and sellers of indie wares. Here at the blog, you’ll discover up to date information about our latest market, the low-down on some of
Monday, February 4
Graffiti artist callout
Jamie Oliver's Jamie's Italian restaurant is opening in Perth in March, and he & his team are on the lookout for a budding street/graffiti artist to design two artworks to install as permanent fixtures in the restaurant. The unique graffiti in Jamie’s Italians across the UK have become much loved features of the restaurants. So get thinking, get inspired and get painting!
Brief: A piece of art that’s creative and unique, something that all of Jamie's Italian's diners will be able to admire for years to come.
Medium: Graffiti on two timber panels (2m wide x 2.6m high, and 6m apart).
Submission: Send three relevant examples of recent work and a vignette(s) of your proposal to design@jamieoliver-int.com. Make sure the email subject is: Jamie’s Artwork Perth – (Your Name).
Timeline: Submissions must be received by the 11th February. The winner will be announced on 15th February, 2013.
Claisebrook Carnivale and Duck Derby stallholder callout
The Claisebrook Carnivale and Duck Derby is a community project of the Rotary Club of Heirisson and is part of “Eat Drink Perth 2013”. This event incorporates both a Carnivale and a (plastic) Duck Race on Sunday 24th March at Victoria Gardens, East Perth.
The Carnivale will be held about 20 metres from where the duck races will be held in Claisebrook Cove.
The Claisebrook Carnivale Committee is looking for well made local (Western Australian and Australian) products such as:
- Hand crafted goods
- Children’s toys and goods
- Jewellery & accessories
- Giftware
- Homemade food - Jams/pickles/cakes
- Glassware
- Garden/outdoors
- Ceramics
- Home wares
The cost is $120 for a 3m x 3m site. Stallholders are required to supply their own marquee, trestles and chairs and have at least $10 million in Public Liability insurance.
For more information and the application form, go here: www.duckderby.com.au/stallholders/
Saturday, January 19
Creative Short Courses at Central
Learn a new skill, explore a passion and get that right brain firing with courses that span everything from music to digital media and 3D design, to fashion and health including Shodou: Japanese Calligraphy, Corsetry Design & Production, Ceramics: Design & make tableware, Furniture Making for Women - Make a Hand Dovetailed Box and lots more!
Pally Pop Shop Stallholder callout
The growers market will be in full operation, there will be a licenced bar, Banjo Burgers, Jai's Thai and an array of additional food and drink choices and also a free screening of Disney classic ‘Lady and the Tramp’ at their outdoor Cinema.
Stalls are $45 and free to fundraising groups. Part proceeds of the Pally Pop Shop fees will support the MAD 4 Cambodia charity.
For more information and an application form, contact pallyfarm@live.com . All applications must be received by COB Friday 8th February 2013.
Wednesday, January 16
KickstART Markets Stallholder Callout
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| Photo: Naomi Craigs |
As part of the KickstART Festival for National Youth Week 2013, Propel Youth Arts WA is organising the KickstART Markets on Saturday 6th April with stalls open from 12pm - 8pm in the Perth Cultural Centre and Urban Orchard.
If you’re keen to have a stall at the KickstART Markets, go to the website for more the information and application forms.
Registrations close 19th February, 2013.
Monday, January 14
Calling all Arty Farty Retailers!
The City of Stirling has joined forces with HMS PopUp Productions for a night market hosted at the Inglewood Library courtyard on Wednesday 20 February 2013 as part of the Summerset Arts Festival. HMS PopUp Productions are seeking local artists and craftspeople selling affordable wares, from jewellery and clothing, to artworks and home wares.
To be part of the ‘Art Farty Night Market’ email your details to productions@hmspopup.com and include:
- Name
- Business/Stall Name
- Contact number
- Description of the products you hope to sell.
Wednesday, January 9
Creative Callouts
If you are a creative with big ideas here are two opportunities for you:
The tú store in Northbridge is looking for local artists and designers to exhibit in the Stairway Gallery, a unique gallery space tucked down the back of the shop. This hidden creative hub is an intimate yet casual environment. The stairwell showcases local artists and designers monthly. If you are interested in having an exhibition please apply at info@tu.com
Paper Mountain in Northbridge is currently accepting proposals for exhibitions, performances and projects to take place April - November 2013. Selection is based on the strength of the application, suitability of the project for the space and the resolution of the ideas underpinning the artists practice. The program is open to practicing artists and curators of any medium. Find more info and proposal forms on the website. For any proposal related enquiries please email proposals@papermountain.org.au Proposals due midnight Jan 15, 2013.
Tuesday, January 8
studiOH! Summer Workshops
Monday, January 7
Mind Your Arts Workshops
Hollow Form Felting with Pauline Franklyn
Using wet felting, Pauline Franklyn will guide participants in making a beautiful bowl or vessel using the resist method. Places are strictly limited and registration is essential. To book your place visit www.hollowformfelting.eventbrite.com.au.
Breakdown Dye Printing with Lyn Nixon
Dye print a unique, one of a kind silk scarf using thickened dyes. Lyn Nixon will take participants through the process of creating a design on a screen and using thickened dyes to print it onto silk. The deconstruction process creates exciting and dynamic patterns. Date: Sunday 20 January 2013
Time: 10.00am - 2.00pm
Cost: $25.00








