Artist Colony // Helena - Plantimal

I'll give you a few minutes to scream and dance in celebration that Helena from Plantimal is being interviewed for Artist Colony! YeeeaaaaahhhHHH!

"Who's Helena?" you say. Well, young grasshopper, I'm surprised you have asked. Helena is a 16 year old artist and activist who has a 21.4k following on Instagram. Her blog Plantimal is pretty cool too, featuring quirky photography, thrifted fashion and art art art. Her store has some super Rook-amil vibes (Rookie AND Plantimal if you didn't get my blend) which I'm sure will appeal to a whole lot of you.

SOOOoOOOoooooOOooOooo, let's see what Helena has got to say!

How are you? Tell me a little about yourself. I'm wonderful! Though a bit bored...I am on school break for 6 weeks. I'm writing this on the first day of 2016 and I feel like this year will be a good year art and experience wise, everyone says that but y'know... optimism is key!

What does art mean to you? It just means to express yourself, to make something new exist, something your own, made of your own thought and feelings, to bring something no many people bring into their life or the world. Anything is art.

What would you like to achieve in the future? Keep instagramming because i really enjoy communicating with my followers and its such a great platform for that and me personally. I also hope to have a website, my blog is a but rough and distant...I am in my last year of high school so i'm planning on going to university and do journalism and creative writing. At the same time I want to be creating, speaking and inspiring our generation and younger in a more professional way and for it to go further than a hobby.

If you could be another artist for a day, who would you be? Frida Kahlo so I can wear her beautiful clothes or Marina Abramovic so i can do a bit of crazy performance art. Now that would be fun.

How did you discover your style? I think it just developed over time, it still is. It always will. I cannot pin point my influences!

You have a lot of strong views and express them via Instagram. Have you ever had any negative feedback and if yes, how have you handled it?                   I do have a lot of strong views and not everyone agrees with them. And that's natural and okay! I do get negative feedback and I have recently learnt to handle it more maturely rather then try to defend my opinion and start a bit of a opinion based war. How i handle it varies on the situation but nowadays i try to keep as calm as possible. It is hard when everyone thinks they are right and we are all super passionate on the topic.

How has Instagram helped you express your art and views on the world?My followers push me (in a positive way) to keep exploring my art, keep making art. They also are my audience when i express my views and we have a lot of healthy conversation and people learn stuff! That has helped me also further my activism and knowledge on serious topics. And with 21.4k followers it seems like the right thing to do to use that 'power' to make people aware of a wide spectrum of stuff lfrom beauty standards, self acceptance to issues around the meat industry and the environment.

Many people look up to you. Who do you look up to? I look up to anything and anyone, I have taught myself to draw inspiration from my everyday life, not just one or a handful of people. It really opens your mind.

What do you do if you get artist block? I try to focus on a different art form, like embroidery or photography. Or i stop arting (that should be a real word) for a week or so and come back and try again. A lack of inspiration is always a factor, so I hit up interest and just collect photos of what i'm into at the moment and use this for fuel when I try to art again. Explain your drawing style. Get a pen, get some paper, SCRIBBLE out something. That's how my more satirical, comic like drawing usually start, the fun stuff, nice and simple but distinctly me. For my more serious stuff I love creating images of girls/female body and including mythology, symbols of nature and space to create harmony and deep meaning, for me at least. What has been the best experience for you thanks to blogging, art and Instagram. There hasn't been a single best experience yet. I think this whole journey and all those three aspects combined are an ongoing best experience. I've really flourished and my online antics became more real for me half way through last year. I've just met so many amazing people and just be creating, creating and creating in all different forms.

"Eggs, that's all..."  but if you want more you can always go check out her Instagram, blog and shop!

Thank you Helena for being totally cool and a part of Artist Colony!

Bye bye,

C

update

Well, I don't usually do this kind of post but I thought "hey! why not??".

I've got a lot of blabbering to blab and cool picks to show you, taken off everyones best friend, the 'interweb'.

So I guess let's start with Christmas. I. Love. Christmas. The family, the food, and hey, the presents are pretty neat too. We went across to Adelaide this year which was great! (apart from the 8 hour car trip)...                             and then came back to Melbs.

Really all I've been doing is lounging around, shopping, checking out other blog sites (wix was not working for me so I'm back here!), eating, easy-bike-rides-which-i-call-my-excersise-even-though-i've-only-gone-on-about-two... day dreaming, actual dreaming, sleeping, photo taking, nail painting, drawing, reading, writing, trying to sing, singing anyway and heaps, heaps more.

My family and I are going up to Sydney in a few days which will be so fun!!!! I've never been to Sydney, and, if you remember my Q&A I mentioned that I really wanted to go there and now we are going. Yeahya! I thought I would make some kind of vlog thing to show y'all what we get up to (and so I can moan to you all on the 12 hour car trip.) ugh. But it is worth it.

Anyhoo, that's about it. (I bet as soon as I press post I'll remember something really fun or important that happened *thinks real hard*) What have you been up to??

I'll leave you with some pictures that I like looking at and just wanted to share with all of you.

Seeya,

C

These are the coolest stools ever!

Prue from Wildwood, illustrated by Carson Ellis and written by Collin Meloy, is on my list of dream characters to play.

This dress, ahhhh.

If you liked these,  you can check out more on my Pinterest.

Seeya, again,

C

Oh yeah! I was about to post this (i told you I would remember last minute), but I remembered that I have got my hair cut into a bob. It ain't new news but I thought some of you aren't following me on Instagram and I haven't posted any bobby pics here. Yip. Well, there you go. BUT if you do want to see what I get up to in more detail you can follow me on Instagram @urbanarcade (hehe that sneaky self promotion)

Okay, Okay, this is the final seeya,

C

Pfft and I just discovered (thank you iPhone) it's the eve of new years eve. Well done Camille, well done. But what a crazy, amazing, different and incredible year it has been!! Whoo! Can't wait for what next year holds xx

Pretty in Pink

Hey, hey, hey!

So yesterday, (Sunday), my mum and I were invited to go to a talk at the NGV. The talk was by an architect by the name of Mathew from John Wardle Architects. He had designed the 'Pink Plastic Pavilion' in the NGV's backyard. It's pretty snazzy. And big. And pink. Really pink...

The talk was really interesting and definitely got me thinking about a career in architecture and design. I still don't really know what I want to be but, hey, I'm only 14.

Anyhooooo, after the talk, mum and I went over to The Royal Botanic Gardens and sat under yet another pavilion, being used as a super cool cafe. We listened to some great tunes, took photos, and kept on walking.

We then ended up at MarkIT which had been placed in a car-park under Fed Square. That was pretty cool and just walking around was

And then after all that we treated ourselves to some de-licious gozleme. yummmm.

OH!!! And I forgot to mention that the new 'Gallery' Mag by the NGV has an article in it, 'Young at Art', which talks about all the great stuff the NGV has for teens. I was lucky enough to answer a few questions, so I would love it if you could check that out!

Sorry about the blast of photos and the rambling on, and on and on, but I hope you found it interesting. Go have a wander around the NGV and lounge under all their pinkness. I mean, c'mon, it's a pink plastic pavilion. You don't want to miss that.

I'm finishing this whilst packing for school camp tomorrow (can i get a what! what! for ace multi-tasking skills?) It's going to be funnnnnn.

Right-io, seeya later,

Camille

Artist Colony // Zali Bartholemew

Yeesh, I've been a little slack on blogging/instagram lately but I hope to get back on track soon. Sorry, about that..

Annnnyyy way. I'm really excited to say that I have Zali from Miss Zali Blog here today. *screams a little* *starts hysterically crying from happiness* Ahhh Zali is such an inspiration and was defiantly a big part in my "I want to create a blog" phase. Her blog is completely gorgeous and I don't even have to say anything about her art work because it just speaks for itself. But I will, because that is what this post is about.

So for all of you that don't know who Zali is... Zali is a 15 year old creative. She has done everything from model with The Lost Girls to her own commissioned cards. Her artworks are so fun, majestic and always make you think of everything fine and dandy.

I asked Zali a few questions (as per usual) so her they are, folks.

How has your style changed since you started blogging, until now?

Yes, very much. I went through a very kind of scrapbooky, mix-matched stage. But I think as I've grown older I've become more minimalistic and clean.

If you could only draw one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be? Why?

I would probably draw people, I really enjoy drawing them and creating personalities for all my characters. I like deciding their names, fashion sense, and brief history. I don't know, its just fun.

Who are your inspirations? How do they inspire you?

I do get inspired by other artists, in particular Oliver Jeffers, Kelly Smith and one of my art teachers Anne Smerdon. But I think I am mostly inspired by nature, its ever-changing. And I think that's important when you're an artist, to be ever-changing, evolving.. Always original.

How did you discover your illustrations style?

Well, I guess it sort of just evolved from trying out all different styles, I am about to release some new art which is quite different. I think its just become what it is from experimenting and trying new mediums etc.

Is your style still evolving?

Yes, I think it definitely is.

If you could be one artist for a whole day, who would you be? Why?

I'm not really sure, I don't know if I'd want to be another artist.. I think being an artist is so completely being yourself, and your art comes from your own experiences and emotions. So I don't think I would want to be doing someone else art, it'd be confusing and not fulfilling I don't think.

5 facts about you?

My favourite season is Summer.

Seashells make me happy.

Im an instagram addict :D.

My favourite brand is Country Road.

Ahaha they're so random!

Explain artist block? What do you do to fix it?

Hmm.. Well I think artists block is different for everyone. But for me its when my head feels foggy and un-inspired. I feel really blah. What I do to get over it is get off any devices and just sit outside, think about things that make me happy. If I have artists block I NEVER look at other artists work, from personal experience, whatever you create next always looks suspiciously like their art. I always go back to nature, and sometimes I just need a rest and a break from creating.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?

I think be original, that would be the best advice I've ever had, and sometimes its hard to follow. But your art always looks much better when it comes from your own head.

Describe your personal style.

I think its very clean, a bit minimalistic, beachy.. I really love boho. My mum calls my style 'Conservative Boho' hahaha.

Describe your workspace and/or send in photos.

I kinda have two workspaces, one in my room where I allow myself to do art and create things, I can do things that inspire me in there. I don't let myself bring any schoolwork or stuff I find stressful, stuff that has limits and deadlines into my room, I want my room to be a place I can escape to, with none of the busy vibes hanging around. Then I have a big desk in our family office/study, that's were I allow myself do really do anything, I do all my schoolwork, blogging etc there.

Thank you Zali for being involved in Artist Colony. You can check out Zali's blog here, instagram here, and purchase her work here.

Well that's all for today. If you guys have anything you would like to see in the future on my blog, please place them in the comment box. I would love to hear from you!!

-C

Cath is Great // NGV

During the good ol' holidays my friends Minnie, Violet and I popped over to the NGV to check out the the Masterpieces from the Hermitage exhibition. It was so cool to learn that Cath the Great had a pretty extensive art collection and loved educating people about the exquisite works.

Masterpieces from the Hermitage: The Legacy of Catherine the Great showcases one of the world’s greatest art collections. Featuring works by artists including Rembrandt, Rubens, Velázquez and Van Dyck, the exhibition offers a dazzling array of works including the finest group of Dutch and Flemish art to come to Australia.

This exclusive Melbourne exhibition will also highlight the innovation and vision of Catherine the Great, whose inexhaustible passion for education, the arts and culture heralded a period of enlightenment in the region. The extraordinary works sourced and commissioned by Catherine during her thirty-four year reign, created the foundations for the Hermitage today – considered to be one of the world’s greatest treasure houses of art and decorative arts.

The exhibition will offer audiences an immersive experience, recreating the rich atmosphere of the Hermitage to showcase these exquisite works. - NGV

Definitely recommend having a little squizz at this!

Also while we are on the topic of fun times at the NGV, make sure you check out the Friday Nights. There will be live music, food, art (shall I go on?) It's going to be a complete blast and would love to see you there! We are going on the 30th and I am so pumped! Whoo! Yeah! Book your tickets now!

(all photos taken by the talented Olga Benett)

Annnddd that's a wrap.

Hope to see you at the Friday Nights and hear about your experience at Catherine the Great exhibition (cause it's pretty great).

Camille

Artist Colony // Elly- Cactei

It's time again for another Artist Colony! I have a really great line up of Creatives for you guys so with out further ado, meet Elly. Elly is the genius behind 'Cactei', an online store that sells pretty much anything. From uber cool t-shirts to inspirational badges, this girl has some serous talent. I sent over some questions for Elly and she kindly answered, letting me (and hopefully you guys) learn a little more about her.

-What made you decide to set up a shop?

At the very beginning of starting an Instagram account I just made posts of my drawings, and a lot of people started requesting that the designs were put on shirts. So I made a Society6 store as it’s super easy and my designs can be on lots of cool things, not just tees.

-If you could be one artist for a whole day, who would you be? Why?

I’d love to be someone like Van Gogh, just to experience art culture during that time period. But then I’d love to be someone like CJ Hendry who is living the dream in NYC, living off her art.

-Explain your drawing style?

I don’t necessarily have one style, I guess the most popular is the simplified cartoon versions I draw of bands/movies etc. I just focus on portraying the subject’s characteristics as simply as possible, but enough that it still looks like them. Then I add circles on their cheeks, mainly just to add some fun and so they can be identified as a style I guess.

My style in regards to portraits is a bit less structured. I don’t really know what I want to achieve, so I normally just try to represent the subject as accurately as possible. I’d like for my portraits to have a bit more to them though, something that makes them mine. Still working on it.

-Is it still evolving?

Definitely! Even just as I scroll through my Instagram feed looking at old band drawings, there is a massive difference in how my style has evolved. They’re now a bit less cutesy looking and more accurate I’d like to think. I don’t know where it will go next because the development isn’t necessarily intentional, it just kinda happens.

-Who/what inspires you?

I’m inspired a lot by other teen artists I follow on Instagram such as @foxyfries, @namalas, @plantimal, @greazi, @lillchlo, @theskinnyartist, @lacun.a there are so many that isn’t even the beginning. They’re all extremely talented, some in different mediums but they’re artists nonetheless.

-What would you like to be/do after school?

I’d love to be able to live off my own art, freelancing and building my own name as an artist. I can’t really see myself doing anything else, but if I have to think practically somehow involved in a magazine or graphic design company perhaps.

-5 facts about you?

- I love a good movie; my favourites are Kill Your Darlings, Submarine and The Art of Getting By.

- I love music, I have no musical talent whatsoever but I get excited finding new bands/songs.

- I’m determined to succeed.

- I suck at talking about myself because I can’t think of anything interesting anyone would want to know about me.

- I love ice cream.

-How do you shake off artist block?

I find I don’t often get ‘artist block’ as such because almost all my drawings are based off real images, so there isn’t a lot of creativity involved. I’m more just fussy about what I choose to draw, so if I want to do a portrait I’ll spend 1 hour trying to find a cool photo and by the time I find one, I’m not in the mood to draw :/ I often look to Instagram or Tumblr for ideas though when I’m out of ideas.

-What is the best advice you have ever been given?

I haven’t been given a lot of advice really. Shoutout to the first few people who wanted my designs on shirts, that was a good idea.

-Describe your personal style.

Umm whatever I like! I often don’t think through whether what I buy will go with anything I own, I just buy it, which is sometimes dumb. I wear a lot of denim, and black. I like long skirts or dresses, plain shirts, my denim jacket, and a few bits of silver jewellery.

-Describe your workspace and/or send in photos.

I normally work at my desk in my bedroom, but will sometimes draw just on my bed or when I’m bored at uni. I have to keep my desk pretty simple as it’s not very big, so I have a shelf in my cupboard where I actually keep all my art supplies. I have a lot of posters and random things stuck to my walls, bare walls are boring.

Thank you Elly for being so cool, creative and apart of Artist Colony!

If you guys like what you see and want to purchase one of Elly's designs head over here, or check out her instagram.                If you missed out on my last Artist Colony click here to meet Marta.

Seeya,

Camille

Q & A

Annnddd it's done! It took much longer then I expected but now you can watch me blabber awkwardly about the color of my soul and what my friends think of me. You are very welcome.

There is only one more week until the end of the holidays and I am trying to do everything I planned to do (play hide and seek with tigers, win the Olympics, learn how to fly.. that kind of stuff.) But in all seriousness, there is something very exciting coming up on the blog that i did manage to accomplish! WHooO HooOOOo!! So stay tuned for that.

Okay, I better go find some tigers.

Seeya,

Camille.

Artist Colony // Marta- Almost Iris

Intro- Artist Colony A lot of people consider art as something that we don't need to have to achieve in life. But that's not true. The Arts are really important and without them, the world would just be dull and boring. I have wanted to do an artsy series for a while now, but had no idea what to do. Then, one night, BAM! the idea came to me. "Artist Colony" is a series where I interview different kinds of creatives. These people who have proven that algebra isn't all you need in life... (thank gawd!) So without further ado, meet Marta, aka 'Almost Iris'. I came across Marta via her instagram and was really intrigued by her illustrations. I loved the simplicity of them and how she puts humor into each of her prints. I really wanted to get to know this "Almost Iris" so I sent her some questions just so we could all get to know this new, talented illustrator. She kindly sent me some prints in return. I defiantly recommend you purchase some from her shop because they are so darn good!

What's your daily routine? My day usually starts off with breakfast and day daydreaming in the garden. I usually don’t start making in the studio until the late afternoon. At the moment I’m also studying a BA in Visual Arts. I absorb myself so much into my studies that during the trimester I go into lockdown mode with creating. Somewhere during my day I will fit in a walk to stop my mind from thinking.

What is your ultimate playlist? I’m known for obsessing solely over one album at a time. Even after I have had enough I find myself going back to an album just to relive the memories of my complete obsession. At the moment I’ve gone back to The Black Keys album Brothers.

What is your favourite thing about your job? I get to create with my hands. It’s really rewarding. And the worst? The administration side of things.

Describe your illustrations in three words. How can I?

Who and what inspires you the most? As much as I try and live in the present moment the future of the unknown inspires me incredibly. With the constant flow of artists on social media I try to step back from it all and visit galleries. I was in complete awe of Kirra Jamison’s last solo exhibition Drink, Salt, Moon.

What did you want to be when you where a kid? I was always that quiet kid sitting in the arts and craft corner. During high school I took every art based class possible. Secretly I always wanted to be an artist but self-doubt took over and I didn’t chase my dream till last year.

What is your favourite thing to draw? Girls.

Favourite item in your wardrobe is... A few years ago I invested in a gorgeous pair of leather boots. They have walked every winter with me since.

Thank you Marta for being the first artist apart of "Artist Colony"! Your prints are incredible and very inspiring. I hope you guys enjoyed the first Artist Colony, Camille

Exquisite Threads

Do you love fashion? YES! Do you love friends? OF COURSE ! Do you love holidays? ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! Do you love embroidery? YE... what? Laugh all you want but from what I can tell from the questions above, you would have loved the NGV's Teen Holiday Program 'Exquisite Threads with Thread Den'. Cold rainy days where spent listening to David Bowie whilst talking to friends and occasionally accidentally stabbing yourself with the sewing needle.

On day one we made vintage purses and, apart from sewing my latch-that-opens-my-purse-thingo crooked, (hey, it adds some character) I was really happy with how it turned out.

Day two was Embroidery 101 where we embroidered some designs given to us by the fabulous people over at the NGV and taught the tricks of the embroidery trade by the ladies from Thread Den.

And last but not least, day three. It was great fun, especially getting to know the other kids. We made vintage Peter Pan collars and embroidered anything and everything onto them. I chose a moth after being inspired by one of the exhibits in the Exquisite Threads exhibition.

So, if I haven't won you over with my babbiling about how much fun it was then let me win you over with some pictures from the three days.

(all photos are taken by the talented Garry Sommerfeld and Olga Bennett © National Gallery of Victoria.)

Thanks Honey and Stella for coming along, and thank you to the amazing ladies over at Thread Den. You guys helped me a whole lot by threading the needle... numerous times...

Finishing this blogpost off whilst listening to Tina Turner's Nutbush City Limits (a new record I scored for $2, yes, TWO DOLLARS!) after spending the day driving back from Adelaide.

Enjoy the rest of them glorious holidays.

Camille

Little China Girl

Camille wears // Top-Thrifted // Duffle Coat-Gift // Jeans-Dejour // Shoes-Wittner // Neclace-Vietnam // Earings-Gift //

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Prepare yourselves. Fasten them seat belts because this post is a big'n. Today, my mum and I went into the city because I was given two tickets to the Golden Age of China, Qianlong Emperor exhibition (thank you Brittany!). It was mind-blowing seeing work that had been made thousands of years ago. The Emperors robes where defiantly my favorites because they where so colorful and beautifully made. This exhibition is open until the 21st so HURRY, you will love it!!  After, we walked into the Exqusite Threads Exhibition which I will talk about later. We then hopped onto a tram which took us down to China Town. I can't remember the last time I visited China Town. It reminded me a lot of Vietnam *sob*. The crazed hustle and bustle was fun until we decided to take some photos of my outfit. We where either waiting for groups of people to pass or I was being stared at (excuse my awkward face) but it all turned out well and being that 'clever' person I am I even decided to make a video. Get ready for some hard core Dim Sim eating. [embed]https://youtu.be/w8HJLReCpws[/embed] In other news, the NGV is hosting a Teen Holiday Program. It is based around the Exquisite Threads Exhibition which is on at the moment until the 12th of July. The program runs from the 1-3 of July and I'll be there for all three. I would love to meet you!   I leave you with the flyer for some further details. Bookings are essential so head over here if you are looking for some fun over the holidays.

Hope to see you there,

Camille

Winter Blues

Camille wears// dress-witchery // tights-bonds // boots-MayaMcQueen // necklace-unknown // bracelet-unknown//

Brrrrr, I'm feeling them winter chills! (especially when your house is colder than what it is outside) But not to fret! This super warm, super cool dress from Witchery will keep you looking pretty snazzy all winter long.                                                            I have been looking for a dress like this for a while now and so glad I found it. Pair it up with some black boots and gold accessories and you're good to go!

Hope you all have a great looooong weekend. Keep warm my friends!

Camille

Book Worm

If your to-do list is clearly stating 'find book, buy book, read book, love book, read book again', i will gladly give you a hint, hint, nudge, nudge in the right direction towards the Melbourne Art Book Fair.

The Melbourne Art Book Fair is a celebration encompassing a broad approach to publishing, including contemporary art, design and architecture. Throughout the Melbourne Art Book Fair weekend, talks and workshops will provide insights into various aspects of book publishing including design, photography and writing.

I talked to some really cool book makers, suppliers, and lovers who told me all these amazing stories about their life with books. One of my favorite stories was the husband wife duo from Perimeter Books. One of their books they where supplying was all about this woman's boyfriends and their scent. Instead of pictures, the book contained extracts of the men's B.O! It was disgusting but super cool at the same time.

I highly recommend you go visit The Melbourne Art Book Fair from the 2-3 of May and delve deep in the pages of the crazy-ness of it all.  You can find more details about the event here.

Once again, thank you NGV! You guys are the bomb.com

vinetti retro // ginger & rosa inspiration

When someone mentions 'winter', a few things come to mind.                                                                                                       Warmth, knits, good movies, rain, hot chocolate and another reason to do a fashion post! I love watching movies. Everything about them interests me. When you mix a good story line, amazing actors and a wardrobe full of super cool clothes, you know I'm in. A couple of months ago I watched Ginger and Rosa. I was so inspired by the clothes they wore and couldn't wait until winter to be able try it out my self.

Camille wears //

Turtle Neck// Thrifted  Skirt// Vinetti (this was my mums when she was my age!) Tights// Bonds  Necklace// Prospector Store   Shoes// Wittner  Rings (not shown)// Lovisa  Bracelet// Pandora

Thank you Stella for being a such a good photographer!

That's all folks, Camille

top arts

hello hello,

A couple of days ago, I was lucky enough to be invited to the opening night of StArt Up Top Arts 2015. It was so inspiring to see amazing art work created by only 16-17 year olds!!

I would defiantly recommend going to have a look and be inspired yourself!                                                                               Thank you for inviting me NGV!

Camille

Street Grunge

Hello!

Today my friend Stella and i had a lovely afternoon together. We took photos, laughed and ate my first Fro-Yo EVER!

Here is a photo shoot in my new favorite top from my favorite opp shop (hehe, kind of made a rhyme) Thank you Stella for being such a great photographer!!!!

camille wears //

hat // French Connection   jeans// Just Jeans  boots// Wittner   top// Savers

xo camille

Art par-TAY {part two}

Hello lovely peeps!

As you all know, I was asked by the NGV to become one of their Teen Arts Ambassadors along with Chessie, Brooke and Maggie. I have been waiting for these amazing photographs because I was having so much fun and forgot to take any! Anyhoo, here they are!

I would like to say a very big thank you to the NGV for asking me to become one of the Art Ambassadors and letting me use these photos! They are fabulous! I had so much fun and hope to work with you again in the future.

Once again, THANK YOU!!

Camille XO

Art par-TAY! {part one}

Hello everyone! Earlier this week I was asked by the NGV to become one of their Teen Arts Ambassadors for their 'Teen Art Party' along with Brooke, Maggie and Chessie! The Teen Arts Party will be held on Thursday the 22 of Jan - and you are all invited! YAY!

Grab some friends and come to the NGV for Art Party- a night of art making, fashion, food, music, and giveaways for under 18s.

Art party will feature drop-in work shops with contemporary artists Minna Gilligan and Kate Rohde, and exclusive after hours access to the exhibition The Fashion World of Jean-Paul Gaultier.

The Fashion World of Jean-Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk // The National Gallery of Victoria // Photo: Brooke Holm

The Fashion World of Jean-Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk // The National Gallery of Victoria // Photo: Brooke Holm

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The Fashion World of Jean-Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk // The National Gallery of Victoria // Photo: Brooke Holm

Dance in the Silent Disco, enjoy live DJs, take a ride on Carsten Holler's Golden Carousel, and eat sliders and fries under the famous stained ceiling in the NGV's Great Hall. For more info head over to NGV and book your tickets now!

The Food Dudes - The Little Mushroom co. {Bryan}

Intro to The Food Dudes I have noticed this year that food trucks have gotten more and more popular. I love food trucks so I have decided to do a little series called “The Food Dudes”. In this series I will interview the awesome people that work inside the trucks, creating that marvellous food!

This is the first interview of the series! YAY!

The Little Mushroom co. –Bryan

{these pictures are off The Little Mushroom co. facebook page}

When you say a burger is decadent and healthy there is only one place that pops into mind.

The Little Mushroom co. is a small food truck run by a cool man by the name of Bryan.

Bryan first had the idea of creating mushroom burgers after going to  America.

“My girlfriend and I went to America and decided to do junk food while we were there. I went from being really healthy to very un-healthy in three and a half weeks!” he laughs.

“So after that I spent ten months designing my mushroom burger. I had more and more friends asking for it. Then a mate of mine asked me to do ConFest. There were huge lines, and I guess I went from there to a food truck.

Bryan has also worked in Italian and Indian restaurants.

“Who are your inspirations?”   I ask.                                                                        “Quirky mavericks” Bryan says, “Like Heston Blumenthal because of his molecular gastronomy and Yotam Ottolenghi because he does wonderful vegetarian dishes.”                                                                                                                                   “And what would you say to budding chefs?”                                                                “Go for it!” He urges, “Go outside the box and just experiment with things”.

Thank you Bryan! You are such an inspiration and I will be defiantly trying your mushroom burgers next time I’m around.