An interview with Lucas David

Lucas David is one of my favourite artists so when he agreed to do an interview with me I was ecstatic. With Sky Ferreira and Frances Bean Cobain among his fan group, David's popularity is growing every day and I can't wait to see his career develop!

Frances Bean Cobain

1. Have you always been passionate about art and drawing?

- I drew since age 5 and then when i was like 14 started drawing woman, nude woman and all my demonds coming thru woman, the truth is that i dont post my nude womans on the internet , just the punk rock girls or pop sensations. but i think i've never been like passionate on my work more than  the past few days

2. What is you favourite piece of artwork that you've done? 

-maybe the sky ferreira no.10

Sky Ferreira no. 10

3. Are there any artists or designers who have inspired you?

 -yeah i love apollonia saintclair work,her work is super amazing

Apollonia Saint Clair

4. Why do you do what you do?

-it's the only thing im good at/ the only public that receives me, haha 

5. What inspires you? 

 -rock and roll and 90's  music/fashion

Hayley Williams

6. What do you like about your work?

-it's all coming from my mind! i'm the fucking boss

7. Besides drawing, do you have any other hobbies?

 -yea i like making music i play with my besties sometimes and we compose music, i used to have a band but now it's just like acoustic sessions, but that's all honestly all my work comes along with music. make  music is my real passion honestly, i want to be a rock and roll star!

8. What couldn't you live without?

-my discography of hole and nirvana :( 

Courtney ?Love

9. What is your happiest memory?

-not happened yet

10. Where do you see you career going in the future?

-honestly  don't fucking now, just want to keep working! and hopefully working with one of my favorite artists 

11 do you have any advice for aspiring artists/designers?

-no

Taylor Momsen

To see more of Lucas David's work click here :)

What do you think of David's work?

Lots of love,

Tiana x

Interview with Central Saint Martins Graduate: Amanda Harrison

When I saw Amanda Harrison's graduates collection at Centrall Saint Martins, I was truly amazed by the intricate patterns that Harrison designed and drew herself. Since graduating, Amanda has moved to Italy to become a print and textiles designer, here is my interview with her!

What was your experience of studying at Central Saint Martins? How did going there help you to become the designer that you are today?

Central Saint Martins is intense, it's hard work, passion and belief and the ability to survive off a few hours sleep a night. Surrounded by talent it is a place to thrive and develop and to find a personal 'signature'. There are four years to the Fashion Design course, part of it is one year for placement year which is a very valuable year as you find your position within the fashion world and it validates where you want to be, you learn from the phenomenal talents and creative directors which is a truly honoured position to find yourself in as a young designer.

Since graduating what have you been up to?

Even before graduating in the final few weeks I received emails regarding working with designers. So I found as soon as I graduated I immediately started to work with well known couture houses as a print designer. However I was given an amazing opportunity to work in Italy with a very famous luxury label and have been living and working in Italy for a while.

Have you always known what you've wanted to be?

From a young age I always loved art and to be involved with art. As my education developed I found an interest in science developing. So even when I started Central Saint Martins to study Fashion I was still completing my Open University Chemistry Degree. These two subjects compliment each other well, as I also have a fascination and understanding of nano textiles and also the construction and elements of fabrics.

Who are the greatest influences/inspirations in your life?

I had a great art teacher at school called Mr Clipsham, he encouraged me to explore all elements of art from painting, to pen and ink to sculpture and textiles. He enabled me to extend my A'Levels by 
studying at night classes which was a few nights a week after a day spent at sixth form studying my 
base A'Levels.

What do you like best about creating your own prints/designs
Every print is different, it can come from different techniques, for example when I won the Liberty of London award the print originated from me etching a design into a copper plate by hand and then printing from this onto fabric. It is a very old traditional method and provides a stunning print.  Then as in my final collection this was all hand drawn with fine black pens, or I can create a print from hand painting. Or then again a computer drawn print which I have created using a tablet pen and creating a print from thousands of tiny dots to create a full image. There are many variants in print which keeps it exciting.

If you wasn't designing what would you be doing?

I would have been in an artistic career somewhere. As I also have extensive knowledge with all computer design software and CAD I probably would have been in Graphic Design. However fashion is definitely my home.

Do you have an ultimate goal for what you want to do/be or will you just see where life takes you?

I am very happy in Italy, the people have made me so welcome and it is such an honour to be living the same area as my hero Leonardo da Vinci amongst the most beautiful and inspirational architecture. However I intend to stay focused and develop my career further, I have worked hard to be where I am and intend to work hard to get to where I want to be.

Be sure to check out my of her work here.

Lots of love,

Tiana x

Blogger Interview: Rachel Farrell!

Rachel Farrell is a vintage loving, 15 year old fashion/beauty blogger who had an extremely successful year in 2013. Rachel started her own fake nails business, she was a finalist for the Irish Young blogger Award and has been Kiss magazine and many other blogs. I love her style and how she mixes thrifter, vintage items with a modern twist.

Here's my interview with her :) Make sure you check out Rachel's blog by clicking here and her fake nails business by clicking here.

Obvious question but why did you first get into blogging?

I had been reading fashion and beauty blogs for a few years, and read magazines monthly. Journalism in particular was [ and still is] my main career option and I knew I needed an outlet to express myself and practice my writing. One day, a couple of months after I made my blog, I just began blogging regularly!

Three words you would use to describe yourself?

Creative, mature and fun!

You're very interested in nail art and design. I love how you've started your own fake nail design business at just 15 years old. How did that come about? Do you have any advice for someone your age wanting to start their own business?

Ive been doing nail art for over 5 years now, so I started young. Ive always been a nail fanatic! over years Ive come to almost perfect my skills and a few years ago I did try offering nail painting services in my town, with no response. People always tell em they wish they could do my nails, so I figured why not do them for them? I called it RCouture Nails, [R for Rachel] and although its only beginning Im hoping it works out. I would just say go for it! Dont let people question your age and make you feel like youre not good enough- thats something I fight against. Just because Im young doesnt make me inexperienced!

You've have quite a lot of success in 2013 such as becoming a finalist for the Irish
Young Blogger Award, congratulations :) Any little secrets or tips to succeeding in blogging?

Aw thank you! That was quite a surprise, in all honesty. I would say to blog when you want, take clear photos- you dont need an expensive camera, just knowledge. Double check for spelling mistakes, and be friendly!

I read that you're an avid thrifter, me also, what are some of your luckiest thrift shop finds?

Probably a vintage clutch from the 1950s that I bought for €10, and also a pair of Kurt Geiger boots that I bagged for €3- score!

Finally, do you have any plans this year for your blog or are you just going to go with the flow?

Well, Ive already made a few changed to the layout, so that was one of the plans I had for 2014. I also want to gain more experience, keep improving my writing, use social media effectively and hopefully gain more followers!

Thank you so much for is interview Rachel and I wish you the best of luck in 2014!

Lots of love,

Tiana x