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Friday, 30 October 2009
Thursday, 22 October 2009
Monday, 19 October 2009
Sunday, 18 October 2009
Sunday, 4 October 2009
It is an ambition of mine to visit all of the National Trust Country Houses in the UK. I particularly like these large estates as the interiors hold an infinite number of objects, all of which possess a story and meaning; even the grand portraits of Countesses and Lords have a story line.
I would have loved to be able to take part in one Channel 4's 'below stairs' documentaries, and I enjoy watching any kind of period drama and film: essentially anything where the set and costumes are large features. The most lavish film I have seen with my above preferences is possibly 'Marie Antoinette' starring Kirstin Dunst; every detail has been scrutinized in this film; from the type of cutlery, champagne glasses, china, to quality of makeup.
Friday, 2 October 2009
Kitch kitch kitch. That's what I'm all about. Cute, elaborate and floral is what describes me.
I love Fortnum and Mason packaging, the embossed gold and beautiful teal colour. I love the tradition of Afternoon Tea; gorgeously decorated cakes and delicate bone china. I love the Rococo movement, its OTT aesthetic and John Honore Fragonards 'The Swing'.
My influences have broadened in the last year. I am now interested in furnishings and interiors, the way placement has such an integral role in the design and feel of a room. I like the idea of working with walls and building up clusters of false flowers or charity shop plates with miniature paintings in gold frames on whitewash, and a high shine gloss on a white ceiling. For me, it's about bringing tradition into modernity.
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