I had the opportunity to meet Alex Boake at a professional alumni get together a few years ago. I was immediately struck by the vibrant colours and fun aspect of her works. Even better, all the pieces I saw were of food! As you know, I love food art, so I am seriously tempted by these […]
Art and Design
Canadian Design: Teatime and Flowers with Marvindale
Apple Blossoms As I’ve mentioned before, I adore Cori Lee Marvin‘s watercolour paintings. The following pieces feature teacups, mason jars and sugar bowls, all done in a light, whimsical style. Her original paintings, limited edition prints, and art cards are available on the Marvindale website.
Canadian Design: Marvindale’s Watercolour Birds
The Real Sir Peeps Like Senay Studio, I came across Marvindale’s gorgeous, whimsical paintings at the One of a Kind Show in Toronto. As a wintertime birdwatcher, I love Cori Lee Marvin’s watercolours that include inquisitive birds.There is so much detail in these pastel watercolours, and the subject matter is a cheeky juxtaposition of […]
Canadian Design: Senay Studio
I saw the beautiful painted pillowcases of Senay Studio at the spring One of a Kind Show in Toronto earlier this year. Senay is a textile designer whose beautiful, wistful designs are digitally printed on cotton, linen or silk pillowcases. I love the above birdies, which remind me of the little robin from the The […]
Dim Sum City by Jonathan Pong
I love noodles.Whether they are instant ramen noodles (Sapporo Ichiban’s chicken flavour is the absolute best), fresh wonton noodles, flat and wide pappardelle, flat rice noodles, or crunchy fried egg noodles, I love them all. My undying love is one of the reasons Dim Sum City‘s designs really spoke to me! Dim Sum City is a company that […]