* post by Victoria Snape
February 21, 2012
Illustrator: Caitlin Keegan
A few months ago Caitlin Keegan released Shakespeare’s Love Sonnets, a beautiful book illustrating 29 of Shakespeare’s love sonnets. This book is simply a treasure and would be a wonderful gift for a loved one or oneself! I really love the color and detail in Caitlin’s work and hope to see her patterns on more products in the future. The book can be purchased through Chronicle Books or Amazon.com and check out more of her beautiful work here. And..Happy Mardi Gras!
February 20, 2012
Found Patterns: Banana Leaves
* images via: “Banana Leaf” by Mark Roy, “Banana Leaf” by David Blaikie, “Banana Leaves” by Cory Redford, Krossbow, “Banana Leaf” by Three Headed Monkey, “Rain” by Mark Roy, “Banana Leaf” by Robin, “Banana Leaf” by fotologic
February 16, 2012
Trend Report: Black, White & Beautiful
* images via: Roberto Cavalli: Pre-Fall ’12 via style.com, Alice +Olivia Fall ’12 via style.com, Anthony Vaccarello: RTW Spring ’12 via vogue.com, Zero + Maria Cornejo: Fall ’12 via style.com, Andrew GN Pre- Fall ’12 via style.com, Punk Peacock by Johanna Basford
* images via: Carolina Herrera Fall ’12 via style.com, Untitled Illustration By Gabriel Moreno, 3.1 Philip Lim Pre- Fall ’12 via style.com, Alice +Olivia Fall ’12 via style.com, Zero+ Maria Cornejo Fall ’12 via style.com
I would like to welcome back Christine McPhee, who was kind enough to share her take on the B&W trend that we are seeing all over the Fall runway.
“In my opinion, the clear standout trend for Fall ’12 is the black and white story, which absolutely ruled the recent runway shows. This always classic, high contrasting trend was present in bold graphic intarsias, op-art inspired stripes, abstract and textural prints, and delicate lace–like patterns. Seeing designers work in black and white, I am reminded of visual artists who use this sparsest of palettes to stunning effect, case in point of the gorgeous, intricate illustrations of Gabriel Moreno and the incredible hand drawn patterns of Johanna Basford.”
February 15, 2012
Street Patterns: Messy Paint
February 14, 2012
Studio Highlight: JuJu Papers
First of all, Happy Valentine’s Day!!!!!! I didn’t plan a cute V-day post, my apologizes, but I do have a little gift for those of you on my newsletter list. So stay tuned for that!
…and I am also thrilled to share the work of Portland, Oregon based JuJu Papers! JuJu Papers was founded by designer Avery Thatcher in 2010. Avery and her team print every wallpaper roll by hand and take special care to use water based inks on creamy, durable, sustainably harvested paper.
“Primarily inspired by folk art of all kinds, our designs suggest the simplicity of an elegant old-fashioned signature, or the impossibly perfect collection of driftwood and sea glass on the shore. It’s the quick gesture that gives our wallpapers their musical expression. We offer bespoke services, and all of our papers are available in custom colors. Designers and dealers should contact Avery Thatcher directly.”
Please check out their website to view the full collection. Enjoy!
February 13, 2012
Found Patterns: Mountain Tops
* images via: “Snowy Mount Hamilton” by Dawn, “Snag” by Jenny Downing, “Looking South from Mt. Whitney” by Thomas Kriese, “Snowy Mountains” by William, “Snowy Ridge” by Marc Evans, “Snow Foggy Sunrise” by Chase Lindberg
February 10, 2012
Textile Designer: Jaquelina Freitas
Happy Friday!!!! How cute are these prints???! They are by designer Jaquelina Freitas, who immediately wowed me with her beautiful work and true passion for print and pattern. I find her passion truly inspiring and think her words are a wonderful way to wrap up the week:
“Most people spend a lifetime searching their calling. Bounce from job to job, but without knowing the reason, they never feel truly fulfilled. I spent a good part of my life in this situation. I genuinely believe that the passion for something drives us to do exceptional things and I take a positive and enthusiastic approach in all my work. Each project is engaged in with professionalism to allow my creativity and passion to be expressed. Most people spend a lifetime searching for their calling, I feel like I found mine. Because for me is not just a job, it’s a passion.”
Check out more of Jaquelina’s work here. Have a great weekend!!!!
February 9, 2012
Couture 2012 Review
* images via vogue.com, Giambattista Valli S12, Jean Paul Gaultier S12, Jean Paul Gaultier S12
* images via vogue.com, Christian Dior S12
* images via vogue.com, Jean Paul Gaultier S12
* images via style.com, Elie Saab S12
* images via vogue.com, Giambattista Valli S12, Valentino S12
These are just a few of my favorite print, pattern and color trends seen at the S12 couture shows. Now on to Fall ’12 RTW! Have a great day!
—Michelle
