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MEDIA ARCHITECTS managing editor carl lindgren business manager wendy schipper local editor chrisanthi demos global editor mikki brammer assistant editor sonya gellert editorial assistants lauren barker, linsey rendell, caitlin stegman copy editor matthew brady web/graphic designers tahlia gregori, tia queen photographer kathryn lindgren account managers emma benfatto, sarah day, elizabeth ljubinkovic financial controller kathryn lindgren finance assistant roderica lebis web developers morgan daly, dino latoga contributors eric lindgren, kathryn lindgren interns anna compton, kari zral map cheer squad kara ciampi map kids ethan, jasper york, mia, milo day, mollie, oscar map furry friends leo, willow, coco, squid, tygrrr map sponsor kids modester, naboth map foster animals jarot the orangutan, maxwell the rhino, migaloo the whale, pedro espinodo the iguana, philadelphia nightingale the turtle, rosie the giraffe, sinya the elephant map sponsor items a charity: water well in ethiopia a swing in bolivia an acre of the gondwana link if you don’t want to share your copy of map magazine with a friend, please place friend in a recycling bin. if you don’t have a recycling bin, it’s about time you got one! all paper used in the production of map magazine comes from well-managed sources. map magazine is owned, produced and printed in Brisbane, Australia. map magazine is published lovingly by map creative. map magazine pty ltd ABN: 98 088 035 045. ISSN 1443-5772 postal address 5 Morse Street, Newstead, Q, 4006 enquiries 07 3251 4900 subscribe $33 for 12 issues. Tel 07 3251 4900 Contents of map magazine are subject to copyright. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission of the publisher is prohibited. The publication of editorial does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of views or opinions expressed. The publisher does not accept responsibility for statements made by advertisers.
COVER My dad, Eric Lindgren Photography by Eric McCrum
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“It’s about taking small steps and sometimes those steps lead you to grand conclusions.” – – BRIAN COX 36 international
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“Each and every one of us must create our own path.” – – ANDONI LUIS ADURIZ
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“We are all on a journey.”
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MANAGING EDITOR’S FAREWELL NOTE
Look to the future, because that is where you’ll spend the rest of your life.” –– GEORGE BURNS
Welcome to map magazine’s 167th issue … This issue is a special issue for two big reasons. Firstly, we celebrate our 15th birthday and secondly, this is the issue we say ‘farewell’ to map magazine, as it’s the last print issue. Twenty years ago I set out to create a magazine that would inspire people to chase their dreams in life. This final issue is a celebration to a life welllived. map magazine has held on to its integrity, and it is now time to say happy 15th birthday and farewell to my dear friend. To the advertisers who supported map magazine, thank you for being part of the journey. We could not have done it without you. Your decisions on who you advertise with, in the long run, shape this city of ours. Thank you for being brave. To those of you we have interviewed in map magazine, thank you for sharing your successes, your failures and your inspiration. Your stories have inspired many! And, for all the staff, past and present, thank you for being a part of map magazine. For the time you spent with map magazine, it meant we had the chance to give it life. It’s been tough but it’s been
fun. You have all inspired each other in your own ways and I was happy to witness it. Whether your contribution was in a small or a big way, I could not have done it without you. I will forever be grateful to you all for sharing a piece of your life with map. And finally to the readers, thank you for letting us occupy your minds for all these years. I never took the words we printed, nor the paper we used for granted. I believe that media has the power to change the world. It shares our stories, it drives our culture and it shapes our lives. I hope we have nurtured your spirits with positivity. P.S. Whilst map magazine (as a monthly magazine) will be laid to rest, as a publishing company we are in a very exciting time. map creative continues to work with a range of great clients. The Weekend Edition is going from strength to strength and very soon we will be announcing a new media product for which we are very excited. I hope you will stay with us on our journey and we look forward to contributing positively to this wonderful creative city of Brisbane well into the future. To the team at map, I look forward to sharing this next exciting journey with you.
Carl Lindgren :) MANAGING EDITOR carl@mapmagazine.com.au look out for an exciting new media product from the creators of map follow map magazine on facebook, twitter & instagram
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A LETTER TO JASPER & MILO Dear Jasper & Milo ...
When I was in my early twenties, I always imagined the day I would meet you. I used to think about you a lot, and what you would be like. Together, you’re one of the major reasons I started map magazine. I remember thinking to myself, I wanted my kids to be exposed to a world where you felt inspired to pursue your dreams free of judgement. I wanted you to be surrounded by and have access to positive media. Having grown up in a third-world country in Papua New Guinea, I am highly aware that I was lucky to live in Australia. My parents had given me a great childhood, a good education, provided me love and support, and exposed me to so much opportunity. Not a day goes by where I do not think we are so lucky to live in a country like Australia. When I was 23 years old, I remember being affected at the way mainstream media worked (celebrity paparazzi, negativity, spin) and its constant output of negativity. A funny man called George Burns once said, “Look to the future, because that is where you’ll spend the rest of your life.” Negativity was not something I wanted to be around as I did not believe it was good for you. So I thought about what I wanted to do with my life. At the time, I was scared and confused. One day, I thought what could be better than having a magazine and interviewing people who were chasing their dreams in life, and learning from their success and failures. I thought if I could do this, it could help me, inspire others and offer a choice to the negative news. As a dad I could then share it all with you. I knew nothing about starting a magazine but decided I could learn. When others laughed at my idea, it fuelled my dream even more. I went back to university. I taught myself to design, write and sell. When the idea seemed out of reach, I reminded myself to dream. So, on July 6, 1999, I started map magazine. Thank you Kath (your mum) for believing and supporting my idea. Without your mother none of this would ever have happened. You should feel really proud of her and always make her feel special. Thank you to Peter T, John, Ange, Toby, Susan and Antonella who also believed in the idea and helped make map magazine come to life. Without these people it would never have
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happened. Those days were fun and tough, and I remember them fondly. It still seems like yesterday that we were all sitting upstairs in the Brisbane Arcade office looking out over the Queen Street Mall, trying to convince people of the need for map in Brisbane. Back then it was a seven-day-a-week love affair, and the hours never stopped. Leaving the office at 10:00 pm was quite normal! Thank you to Jimmy Bazianas from Red Square for being map’s first signed advertiser. I will be thanking Stefan for helping me in those early years of map. We always set out to support the creative industries – the arts in particular. His unquestionable love and passion for the arts helped map magazine achieve so much in the community. The hardest part about map was back then it took a long time for businesses in Brisbane to warm to the idea. A year on, it was a struggle convincing people to advertise in map and it was taking its toll on the team. I thought we couldn’t last. Then a person called Wendy joined the team. She believed in our mission. We never looked back! Along the way many others joined and left their indelible marks too. Thank you Mikki (and Cecilia) for helping me raise the standard and editorial quality of map magazine. Thank you for caring. Thank you for being selfless and taking the time to teach others graciously. Most of all you upheld the spirit of map magazine and for this I am so grateful. Thank you Chrisanthi for arriving as a 21 year old and creating such an impact. She started out selling map and we have watched her grow over the years. I am so proud to see her finally take on her new role as editor. I am thankful for her commitment to map and for caring so deeply about it. She gave and continues to give us the chance to grow and be great at what we do. A big thank you to Wendy. Wendy has lead the team for almost 14 years. Her dedication to map helped us survive and prosper. With her commitment and involvement map grew, and to this day she continues to inspire and shape map. The day she arrived was map’s luckiest day. I am forever indebted to her. And lastly, thank you again to your mum Kath for supporting me wholeheartedly and for enduring the ups and downs of map over the past 15 years.
We certainly shared an incredible journey and I could not have done it without her by my side. I bet you didn’t know this … your grandfather, Eric, has been the longest serving employee of map magazine and I’m so lucky to have shared the journey with him and your narnie Del. So, Jazzy and Milo I give to you today my final issue of map magazine. I have upheld the integrity and spirit of map magazine for 15 years and now it’s time to rest and share my stories with you. It’s been tough but most of all it’s been fun. I got the chance to live my dream – something I never imagined in my wildest dream! With 167 issues, more than 1100 dreamers have graced map’s pages with their words of wisdom, and I have interviewed so many amazing people. They have taught me much. One day I hope to share with you the many stories of the people I have interviewed. I know without a doubt that within the pages of the past 15 years of map magazine there is so much to be inspired by and most of all … enough to encourage you to dream. Remember to dream. I love you both with all my heart. Your dad, Carl :)
When we are mindful of every nuance of our natural world, we finally get the picture: that we are only given one dazzling moment of life here on Earth, and we must stand before that reality both humbled and elevated, subject to every law of our universe and grateful for our brief but intrinsic participation with it.” –– ELIZABETH GILBERT
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I would like to devote this final note on behalf of the map team, and the Brisbane community, to pay homage to the creator of map magazine, Carl Lindgren. It’s an amazing achievement to have spent 15 years filling the magazine with positive media – and inspiring an entire community – and is one we have all cherished and have been fortunate to witness. It’s been an honour to have called Carl my mentor, and I truly appreciate his wisdom, guidance and his inspiration. He taught me – and many others – to view the world with optimism, to look for the good in everyone, and that helping other people chase their dreams can be just as rewarding as chasing your own. So from me, and all the people you’ve touched over the years with your inimitable spirit: Thank you, Carl, for creating such a wonderful magazine that taught us all to dream so fiercely.
Mikki Brammer EDITOR
Do you have an inkling of an idea that you think could change the world, or at least make it a better place? Some people keep such ideas to themselves their entire lives, never acting upon them for fear of failure. But it’s those who see their ideas through who make a true difference to the world. The School for Social Entrepreneurs Australia inspires and equips changemakers and social entrepreneurs to establish, scale and sustain social ventures that foster social and economic participation, helping them to create a lasting impact in disadvantaged communities. @ sse.org.au
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NELSON MANDELA
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.”
Maintaining grace, humility and optimism during the most unfathomably difficult times, Nelson Mandela has always been one of our greatest inspirations at map magazine. His strength of spirit and resolve to make change in the world – despite any personal costs to himself – made Nelson not only one of history’s greatest dreamers, but, most importantly, a dreamer who also took great action.
INVITES YOU TO ... THE LITTLE DEATH The French call it ‘la petite mort’ – the little death – that fleeting moment of sexual ecstasy we so often desire. A comedy about the hilarious and sometimes disastrous situations that occur in pursuit of that moment, The Little Death explores the sex lives of five ordinary Australian couples. From Maeve’s (Bojana Novakovic) sexual fantasy that Paul (Josh Lawson) struggles to fulfil, to Phil’s (Alan Dukes) newfound love for wife Maureen (Lisa McCune) in her quieter moments, the film takes an honest look at sex, love, relationships and taboo. For your chance to attend map magazine’s special screening of The Little Death at Dendy Portside on September 15 at 6:30 pm, visit mapmagazine.com.au and follow the links to the readers premiere. 114 lucky entrants will receive a double pass and winners will be notified by email. Good luck!
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pizzolorusso.com –– A simple yet ingenious invention, Emanuele Pizzolorusso’s silicone rubber Fold Pot grows with your plant – up to double its capacity – so that you don’t have to repot it. age 32. born Bari, Italy. thing that made the world sit up and take notice of you My projects – city maps
to be crumpled, magnetic bike lights, disposable paper bins, flower pots that grow with their plant, and other weird stuff. describe yourself in ten words Obsessive, obsessive, obsessive, obsessive, obsessive, obsessive, obsessive, obsessive, obsessive, obsessive. gets you out of bed in the morning I guess the little things: coffee, a playlist to listen to, a radio program, my girlfriend Jenni. last thing that made you smile Unfortunately I only smile in passport pictures! most
PSYCHEDELIC // ATTIRE One of the benefits of living in a subtropical climate is that we’re free to embrace vibrant colours and patterns in our attire (with no need to keep up a ‘black from head to toe’ look). A perfect reflection of that is the Mosaert fashion capsule collection from Belgian singer-songwriter and performance artist, Stromae. A collaboration with Brussels studio Boldatwork, the collection combines colourful African-inspired patterns and psychedelic prints on polos, shirts, cardigans and knee-high socks. @ mosaert.com
EURO // STATIONERY While it’s easy to fire off a text or email, it can be a lot more meaningful when you take the time to pen an actual note. To ensure your missive is particularly impactful, you might like to try writing it on the dapper paper wares from Unstationary by Ontwerpduo. The set includes folders, writing paper, envelopes, notepads, labels and cards in various sizes, on soft, pastel-coloured paper. True to its European origins the writing paper features the graph-style squares, which are bound to help you ensure your penmanship looks its very best. @ ontwerpduo.nl
beautiful thing you’ve ever seen Women in all their shapes. idea of complete happiness April, 8 years old,
me, my brother and my best friend, a football, and a park. ‘Complete’ happiness maybe only exists in the past and in the future though. makes you different Aren’t imperfections what distinguish us from others? In my case, one of these is my greed for abstraction – the difficulty of living in the present and being lost in my thoughts most of the time. world you imagine A more inclusive one, more equal, and more critical towards new media. A place where rich countries don’t have to exploit poor people and at the same time pretend to help them. words of wisdom Don’t be afraid.
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Sometimes it’s not the actual architecture of a building that makes it so eye-catching, but the ornate clock face that sits on its facade. Such elaborate timepieces would often take years to make, particularly in the Gothic era, and it was those clocks that inspired the design for the Rosone clock from Ecoepoque. The clock is crafted from medium-density fibreboard made from recycled wood, and was designed for Ecoepoque by Eloisa Libera. Ecoepoque creates interior design objects and accessories using digital technologies and ecosustainable materials with very original shapes and colours. @ ecoepoque.com
If you’ve spent more than a few hours in Spain, there’s a good chance that you’ve sampled some sangria. Originally created as a means to fortify contaminated drinking water along the Iberian Peninsula during Roman times (adding red wine, herbs and spices), sangria soon evolved to become symbolic of Spain itself. Recipes for perfectly brewed jugs of the beverage are passed down through generations, shared only with a chosen few. But for those who are too lazy to make their own, there exists Lolea, a handcrafted natural sangria that also comes in a stylish bottle. @ sangrialolea.com
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A PORTRAIT SERIES OF A PRICKLY NATURE
It can be heartbreaking when you try your very hardest to nurture a pot plant, only to see it whither away. You wonder what went wrong – did you water it too much? Or too little? Did you give it too much sunshine? Or not enough? For those of us yet to master the elusive art of greenthumbing, the guilt of accidentally killing a plant can be all too much. Fortunately, the existence of succulents – the most carefree of house plants – allows many novice gardeners develop their skills with minimal casualties. Photographer Becca Ewing pays tribute to this particular type of greenery with her series, Succulent Study. Having recently moved to Austin, Texas, after living most of her life in the midwestern United States, Becca was fascinated by the plethora of succulents and cacti that grew naturally in the
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surroundings of her new home city. She was especially intrigued by the fact that they could survive on almost no water at all (or, alternatively, be condemned to death by overwatering). Becca began collecting small varieties of succulents in her Austin apartment, observing and photographing their different personalities for Succulent Study. An inveterate traveller, Becca has spent the past few years wandering the globe, camera in hand, learning invaluable lessons in culture, food and hospitality from each of the places she visited. Immersing herself in the culture of places like Hong Kong, South Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, China and India (where she taught photography to kids), Becca began to form her own perspective on the world, which in turn influenced her approach to photography.
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contortionist/limbo at brisbane festival
deputy director/museum of brisbane
What is your profession? Standing on my hands nightly with my back bent, feet dangling by my ears, plus juggling fire, playing trumpet, aerial, illusions and being a theatre clown. What training or qualifications do you need to fill this role? Strength, flexibility, breath control, Butoh and physical theatre training, and circus school. What are the key skills and responsibilities of the role? As the first act of the show, I transport the audience into a space of magical realism where appearances are questioned and beliefs suspended. How did you get involved in your profession? I saw a circus in Tokyo that blew me away. I met the theatre clown and he told me about training with Philippe Gaulier in London ... I was in London one month later. Could you break in to the industry in other ways? I know a doctor in Colombia who will remove vertebrae … kidding! No, it requires incredibly hard training, persistence, and a slight penchant for masochistic extremes. What do you hope to achieve within your industry? To inspire all artists to dig deep and find what they want to express. Are you in the industry for the long term? At 45, I feel the answer is yes. What advice would you give someone looking to emulate your success? Take the advice of people you trust, but most of all trust the voice in your soul that whispered a future seemingly impossible. Did you always think you would be in this role? Yes. When asked in grade two what I wanted to be, I said a singer. While I do sing in the show, I knew I wanted to perform. What was your first paid job? Performing magic and juggling for kids’ birthday parties at a frozen-yogurt shop. What would you love to do if you weren’t in this role? Be an exterior window washer for Manhattan skyscrapers. What inspires you? Creation. Classical radio. Silence/sitting. Who is your rolemodel? Twyla Tharp – professionally she has brought me to higher levels of performance, and personally she challenges me to constantly learn and be a better human. What are your words of wisdom? I’m so happy. I’m so happy. I’m so happy I was where I was where I was yesterday. ‘Cause if I wasn’t where I was, then I wouldn’t be here today, so I’m happy I was where I was where I was yesterday. Today.
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What is your profession? My job, in conjunction with
the director, is to ensure that we are bringing the best possible experiences to our audiences. What training or qualifications do you need to fill this role? I have qualifications in both communications and arts management and have worked in the arts sector for nearly 15 years.
Trust the voice in your soul.” –– JONATHAN NOSAN
What are the key skills and responsibilities of the role?
It ranges from the creative planning of our exhibitions through to overseeing the finances and legal requirements. How did you get involved in your profession? My first job within the arts industry was working with QTC when Michael Gow was the artistic director. Could you break in to the industry in other ways? Get to know people in the industry and offer your time – volunteer or intern if you can. What do you hope to achieve within your industry?
To tell great stories that change people in some way – to entertain them for an hour or to transform their way of thinking for a lifetime. Are you in the industry for the long term? Absolutely. In November I will celebrate my sevenyear anniversary with the museum. I am particularly excited about the exhibition I have been working on for the past three years, Costumes from the Golden Age of Hollywood, which also opens in November. What advice would you give someone looking to emulate your success? Always find ways to go above and beyond and don’t settle for mediocrity. Did you always think you would be in this role? When I first started I didn’t, but to step into this role and help lead the team who have developed and opened the new museum has been an amazing opportunity. What was your first paid job? Singing in the David Jones Christmas Choir. What would you love to do if you weren’t in this role? Working on Costumes from the Golden Age of Hollywood has really cemented my love of film history, so I would love to work on more exhibitions or projects related to cinema and pop culture. What inspires you? The support of my family and wonderful friends. Who is your rolemodel? I am inspired by people who approach both life and work with integrity and a lack of ego. What are your words of wisdom? Look for the silver lining.
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FAVOURITE ... WORD Bell’uomo. SOUND Primitive Motion. PLACE Chania, Crete. PASSION Contemporary jewellery. THING Pet rocks and lucky pebbles. FOOD Fennel. SMELL Rose 31 perfume. TIME OF DAY Any time with family and friends. BOOK Invisible Cities by Italo Calvino.
BREWING // CLUB Whether it be a refreshing lager or the robust flavours of a porter, there is no denying that Queenslanders have a strong appreciation for a well-brewed beer. Fuelled by this love is Band of Brewers, a collection of brewers who are joining together to create limited-edition, inventive beers. Each year will see three local breweries collaborate to create three different batches, allowing each brewer to experiment with something new. Batch one is an American corn ale created by Fortitude, Brisbane and Newstead Brewing Cos, and will be served on tap at Tomahawk Bar from September 2.
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As September rolls in and a wave of pink washes over the city, Brisbane Festival begins encouraging Brisbane dwellers to make the most of our vibrant city, get out and stay up late. Ensuring hungry festival goers are satiated from September 6–27, the Festival Flavours program will see a selection of restaurants and bars offering up an array of culinary delights – with an accompanying beer, wine or cocktail – for $30. This year, you can also go in the draw to win a Singapore foodie adventure just by dining at a Festival Flavours restaurant. @ brisbanefestival.com.au
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FAVOURITE ... WORD You. SOUND The ocean. PLACE The ocean again. PASSION Design. THING Karen Walker sunglasses or driving without a destination. FOOD Tomato. SMELL The ocean, rain and coffee. TIME OF DAY Night. BOOK Oh, the Places You’ll Go! by Dr. Seuss.
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LANEWAY // EDUCATION As the old saying goes, ‘Jack of all trades, master of none, certainly better than a master of one’. The folk at Laneway Learning have embraced this philosophy, offering up a series of fun, informal classes taught by local community members, ranging from language classes right through to cooking and crafting workshops. Brisbane classes are held in various locations, and promise that you won’t necessarily become an expert, but you will definitely get a taste of a new skill. Upcoming classes include ‘Superfood – Super Easy’, and ‘How They Trick You – the 101 of Psychological Marketing’. @ lanewaylearning.com
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Inspiring ideas and conversation in the form of short, powerful talks, TED began as a conference converging technology, entertainment and design. The conferences now explore a more diverse range of subjects, and have spread internationally through independent TEDx events. This year’s TEDxBrisbane explores ‘The Lovers, the Dreamers and Me’ at Brisbane Powerhouse on October 5. Speakers are yet to be announced, but after last year’s stellar line-up, including Li Cunxin and Thankyou founder Daniel Flynn, we’re sure it will be brimming with inspiration. @ tedxbrisbane.com
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That Portside is such a great destination. So many restaurants to choose from, a cinema and a great river view make it the perfect spot!
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what fashion item has caught your eye recently? One of the new-season Camilla kaftans. what is stimulating you at the moment? I have just
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transport in Brisbane definitely needs to be addressed – it’s becoming far too expensive for the daily commute. what are your spiritual beliefs? I believe that we should all treat other people the way that we would like to be treated back. who is inspiring you and why? My family is inspiring me – I have just recently visited them for the first time in a whole year!
Spending my working hours with people from all corners of the globe. what issue needs immediate public attention? Perspective. We all
need to realise that there are more important issues than those that dominate public attention. what are your spiritual beliefs? I believe that you can only experience spirituality yourself. Hold tight to what you have and don’t let the beliefs of others sway you. who is inspiring you and why? The achievements of dedicated people – I have just finished reading Neil Armstrong: A Life of Flight by Jay Barbree.
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sector is something that really needs public attention. what are your spiritual beliefs? I believe that you should treat everyone around you with dignity, respect and compassion. who is inspiring you and why?
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My job is stimulating me. It keeps me very busy, but helps me to constantly learn and try to improve. what issue needs immediate public attention? The continually rising price of petrol. what are your spiritual beliefs? I believe in treating
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ERIC LINDGREN If there’s one quality that a person can possess that will ensure them a lifetime of adventure, it’s an unyielding sense of curiosity. In his 80 years of life, Eric Lindgren has never stopped exploring – or questioning – the intricacies of the world. Beginning his career as a teacher, Eric always believed that education was the firmest foundation, but it was his deep respect for nature and passion for zoology – particularly birds – that truly captured his heart. From enduring the deserts of rural Australia, to spending weeks at a time ensconced alone in the thick jungles of Papua New Guinea, this lifelong adventurer constantly sought answers to the mysteries of the world, all while finding peace in the company of Mother Nature and her gentle creatures.
‘Freedom’ is the word that Eric Lindgren would use to best describe his childhood in Perth. Despite growing up during World War II, he remembers being given free rein to roam the neighbourhood, spending hours playing in the bush and swimming in the Swan River. As is the case with many boys, Eric’s main focus during his formative years was the intriguing creature known as the female. But just as his love for the opposite sex grew more ardent, so too did his passion for nature. It wasn’t until he began high school, however, that he took serious notice of its feathered inhabitants. “My friend Charlie was from the country and I remember he described the great variety of birds that were around his home farm,” Eric recalls. Intrigued, Eric accompanied his friend to a place called Pelican Point, where Charlie began pointing out all the different types of water birds. While Eric had seen plenty of these birds before, this was the first time that he had actually taken the time to observe their antics and admire their beauty. A few years later, a family holiday to Rottnest Island became particularly momentous in Eric’s life. Firstly, after he discovered a nest filled with huge eggs in a cave on the island, his passion for birds truly ignited. But most importantly, it was on Rottnest that he encountered a girl named Del Gillies, who became his lifelong love. Following high school, both Eric and Del chose teaching as their vocation, and, after completing teachers college (and marrying in 1956), spent the next few years teaching
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at primary schools throughout Western Australia. With a ravenous appetite for knowledge, Eric tried to indulge his love for nature wherever possible during his spare time, studying and photographing birds and flowers, and exploring the natural sites of wherever he and Del happened to be based. In 1959, adventure beckoned, and the couple packed their bags and drove for two days to the Great Sandy Desert, to teach at the Jigalong Mission School for 12 months. “At that time, all the Aboriginals were full bloods, born in the desert, and in first-generation contact with Europeans,” Eric recalls. “So their culture was unsullied to a great degree. While we went there to fulfil part of our teaching contract, we also wanted to learn more about Aboriginal culture and study the wildlife in the area, particularly birds.” Upon returning to Perth, Eric resigned from primary teaching to fully dedicate himself to his passion for nature, completing a Bachelor of Science in biology and zoology, followed by a PhD in zoology, and becoming a lecturer at what is now Curtin University. But in 1969, the siren call of adventure again proved irresistible, and Eric and Del (along with their two young boys Tim and Roland) moved to Papua New Guinea (PNG) – and within a few months, their youngest son, Carl, was born. While many people saw it as dangerous – and even foolish – to move their young family to the unstable third-world country, Eric and Del saw it as a wonderful opportunity to encounter a culture completely different from their own, and to
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discover PNG’s diverse birdlife. Eric initially began work as an ecologist with PNG’s Department of Environment and Conservation, researching at a local, highly primitive crocodile farm. He also worked at the PNG Museum, helping to start its War Museum branch – a collection of World War II artefacts and ephemera. Not only did the museum give Eric the opportunity to indulge his love of documenting and cataloguing, it also made a great playground for his three sons. “They definitely benefitted from growing up in a different culture,” he says of raising his young brood in PNG. “It showed them that there are other things in life besides the money-oriented Western society they now exist in. In many ways it made them more tolerant of others, and paradoxically frustrated about the artificial lives that so many people live in our society.” Since his own father had passed away when Eric was only two, he had no blueprint from which to raise three young boys. So instead he simply tried to instil in them a love of adventure, a respect for the environment and an insatiable curiosity about the mysteries of the world. Just as he had been allowed to roam free in nature as a child, Eric and his family would often spend their days scuba diving, exploring jungles and riding horses. Asked what he sought to teach his sons to guide them through life, he cites respect, individualism and working for the greater good of society. “Hopefully they’ve grown up with the knowledge of right and wrong, and they choose correctly.
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We wanted them to learn to be themselves, to respect those who deserve respect, to be honourable, to contribute to society, to enjoy their lives and do their best.” As a man of science, Eric’s preferred credo is that of Gaia – or Mother Nature – rather than any religion. “I don’t believe in a god, but perhaps there is a life force that we do not understand: a form of energy that lies outside our capability to measure because our sensory and technological abilities cannot measure it. We have five senses, mostly based on electromagnetic energy – are there other forms of energy not based upon these wave/ particle forms? Who knows? A large number of highly qualified people have been trying for aeons to find the answer. I know I don’t know, because sometime ago I worked it out: There is but one truth, and that is, ‘There is no truth.’” While he and Del (now married for 58 years) returned to Australia in the early nineties, Eric’s passion for discovery hasn’t at all subsided. He continues to fuel his curiosity, cataloguing his prolific findings from over the years, but he has never concerned himself with matters of success. “‘Success’ is a subjective judgement, made within the parameters of the person and their
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peers,” he says. “In my case, I’m not interested in success or failure and they don’t occupy my mind. I leave success to others – I’m happy the way I am.” Though he still views himself as a work in progress, Eric says he finds peace within. It also comes, as it always has, when reconnecting with the natural world – in particular during the moments spent on the back deck of their Brisbane home, observing the quirky antics of the local birdlife he has worked so hard to attract to their yard. “I love seeing the king parrots peering at me with their cockeyed style,” he says gleefully. “And crested pigeons threatening each other with the wing flicks, and the turkey hoping a scrap of food will drop from heaven above so he can gobble it in one gulp.” Having seen the world change significantly during his 80 years, and not always for the better, Eric hopes that, one day, we’ll see a sustainable population of people who care about, and care for, each other and the natural world around them. “Work with nature, not against her,” he offers as his wisdom for the world. “Nature knows that, no matter what humans do, she’ll win in the end – she has all the time in the world. After all, the future is going to last a long time!”
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What do you do? I am a fundraising coordinator. What are you wearing today? A Target dress, Sportsgirl boots and Barkins cape. Describe your style Relaxed, modern and unique. Where is your favourite place? Scotland. What is the best advice you have ever received? Always be the master of your own future. Who is your rolemodel?
What do you do? I am a graphic designer and course content developer. What are you wearing today? French linen top, jeans from Witchery, handmade lariat. Describe your style Comfortable, interesting and slightly chaotic. Where is your favourite place? Cooroy. What is the best advice you have ever received? Never wait for inspiration. Who is your rolemodel? My mother because of
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whiterain t-shirt, vintage pants from Japan and Misfits socks. Describe your style Just a little bit scummy, but with a nice smell. Where is your favourite place? Vrindavan, India. What is the best advice you have ever received? Never trust a man who smiles with his teeth. Who is your rolemodel? Newman, from Seinfeld.
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kowtowclothing.com –– For its sleek, ethically made collection of classic fashion silhouettes, Kowtow Clothing uses only 100% certified-organic fairtrade cotton. age 33. born Poland. thing that made the world sit up and take notice of you When I started living my dream. describe yourself in ten words Hardworking but
neurotic, focused but scatty, personable but sometimes insecure. gets you out of bed in the morning The sun. something you discovered this month That I love cycling. last thing that made you smile
ELEGANT // LACE Sometimes, all a woman needs to give herself a little sense of empowerment is a beautiful set of lingerie beneath her everyday clothes. Featuring intricate detailing and luxurious fabrics of tulle, silk and French lace, Australian-made SJ Lingerie is designed with the discerning woman in mind. The garments blur the lines between under- and outer-wear, with the label’s collections featuring bodysuits and loungewear, as well as bras, briefs and slips. Plus, to further inspire and empower women, a percentage from each purchase supports the Desert Flower Foundation. @ sjlingerie.com.au
I’ve just moved to London and it’s summertime here. Summer makes me smile daily. most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen The sunsets from my home in New Zealand overlooking the ocean and snowcapped South Island. idea of complete happiness Not wanting more all the time. last time you did something for the first time I felt love for someone like I have never felt before. makes you different My endless amounts of energy. scares you Failing other people. worth fighting for Nothing is worth a fight. environmental beliefs A conscious, equal world, developed though kindness towards humans and nature. tell me about fashion It’s art. biggest inspiration My partner, my family and my friends. world you imagine Lush and thriving. words of wisdom Be kind.
DAPPER // WALLET There’s often that awkward moment at the end of a dinner, when both parties offer to foot the bill – a delicate dance then ensues while each person politely insists, before one relinquishes. A great way to dissipate the awkwardness of such scenarios is to make your wallet or purse particularly eye catching and worthy of conversation. Such specimens exist in the Nat Boyd collection of luxury accessories, which features calfskin leather billfolds, purses and wallets adorned in a natty wicker print in a variety of colours. Also in the stable is a range of credit-card holders and iPhone cases. @ natboyd.com
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LITERARY // FASHION Author Truman Capote was known for his irreverence and twisted wit, characterised by his famous quip, “I don’t care what anybody says about me as long as it isn’t true.” It’s precisely those qualities that Danish eyewear brand Ørgreen Optics sought to embody in its Capote range of frames. Using titanium instead of the usual acetate, Ørgreen aimed for the perfect balance of playfulness and sophistication that makes you reconsider the world as you thought you knew it. The style of unisex frames is just a small part of the diverse Ørgreen Optics range. @ orgreenoptics.com 22 map magazine
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Back in high school, your choice of backpack was a crucial one – not because of its functionality, but rather that the brand and style you chose could unfortunately be the deciding factor in your popularity status. Thankfully, most of us have grown past needing to be defined by our possessions, but a good-looking backpack is still always welcome. Steven Enns’s Transfold Backpack is constructed using natural vegetable-tanned leather in an origami-style expansion and contraction system, and is designed to earn a patina over time. @ stevenenns.com
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Vogue feature on Pamela Love’s wedding, summer of 2012. describe yourself in ten words I’m very grateful for all the people in my life. gets you out of bed in the morning Life in general. something you discovered this month How important it is to slow down and take a little time for yourself. idea of complete happiness I think I’ve got it – I’m pretty happy right now. last
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a mandatory vacation this summer. makes you different I know all the words to every song on Cher’s Heart of Stone CD. Ask anyone who’s ever driven with me for proof. world needs to change People caring about each other more. most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen Camargue at dusk. most played songs on your iPod ’All I Wanna Do Is Make Love To You’ by Heart – and Cher, all day, every day. biggest inspiration My mum. hope to achieve Mastering the German language ... and world peace. words of wisdom ‘Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.’ – Ferris Bueller.
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BRIAN COX Since the dawn of time, people have gazed upon the stars and asked the same questions. The age-old questions that have been waiting to be answered for a very long time. ‘Where did we come from?’, and ’Is there a God?’. Some people have already accepted an answer, believing there is a god and he/she created life. For others the question has been answered differently – there is no god. And for others the answer is still waiting to be revealed. For particle physicist and science communicator, Professor Brian Cox, he prefers to not ask the big grand questions. His questions are much simpler, he looks to understand nature and takes delight in the small questions.
There are big fundamental questions that we are beginning to find an answer for … so it’s an exciting time to be involved in science. I’m just completing filming a new series that will be on your ABC very soon. It’s called The Human Universe. One of the episodes is essentially about what happened before the Big Bang, in the sense of what we call inflationary cosmology. There is a very good theory called inflationary cosmology … that suggests that something did happen before the hot dense state (the Big Bang), which was an incredibly fast exponential expansion – driven by some physics that we have some reasonable understudying of. And then the exponential expansion stops. And in the stopping of that expansion, the energy that was driving that expansion gets essentially dumped into a bit of space/time, and it heats it up and forms the matter particles of which we are made and the radiation we see in the universe. The cool thing is that the other class of these theories … which many scientists believe are natural extensions, are theories called eternal inflation. These theories would have it that the inflation never stops globally, so it stops in patches. The way it stops is you get a big bang and then you get a universe. So this means there is an infinite amount of universes with an exponentially large amount of universes being created all the time and this is why it’s called eternal inflation. It never stops.
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So this means you get a multiverse of universes growing unimaginably fast all the time with new universes being created all the time. In eternal model universes, these universes are so far away from ours that we cannot ever get to them. You have no chance of ever contacting or observing them. If the theory of eternal inflation does turn out to be right … then you know these extra universes are there. You know that the theory is correct. I think it is fascinating and very compelling. Virtually everyone accepts inflation theory – not everybody – but nearly everybody. With eternal inflation theory, nearly everyone accepts it but we really need to find gravitational waves in the cosmic microwave background radiation. The exciting thing is it looks as if these have, almost, been discovered. There is nothing more exciting than seeing new results that no one has seen before … and then going through those results to see if you see anything new in the data. It very rarely happens but it is what drives most scientists – to see something new that no one else has seen before. I began my career as an experimentalist … but I did a lot of work in an area called phenomenology, which really is the bridge between the theorists and the experimentalists. The latest paper that I published recently is about cause and effect in quantum field theory. Completely theoretical and essentially a lot of maths.
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I always loved physics … When I left school to go to university, I ended up joining a rock band called Dare and we got a record deal. I thought I would pursue the band and I ended up doing it for five years, but then I went back to uni to study physics. While I was at university I was in a band called D:ream. I completed my Doctor of Philosophy in high-energy particle physics at the University of Manchester. My parents both worked in banks near Manchester … They were not scientists at all. I don’t really know where I got my interest from – probably astronomy. I was always interested in the stars from an early age. One of the great things about teaching … and communicating science is that it reminds you of why you became interested in your topic in the first place. As a researcher you have to focus on doing the job and this sometimes makes you drift away from why you got interested. When I make the shows it reminds of the very things that got me interested in the first place. It gives back. As a kid I wanted to be an astronomer … because I liked looking at the stars. When I was 11 or 12 years old, I remember seeing Carl Sagan’s Cosmos (which I still think is the best documentary series ever made) and that reinforced my love for science. It then led me to physics and to my role now as a particle physicist. I am inspired by all aspects of life … and at the moment and in particular
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I’m looking forward to when CERN comes back online next year … to further explore the Higgs boson. We found this particle that fits with the standard model but we don’t know the detail. And in the detail, again, small steps and there will be new questions. What’s dark matter? I hope that people find the exploration of the universe interesting … I have always had an agenda and that is I want our world, our countries and our governments to invest more in scientific research because I think it is a vitally important thing to do. That’s my agenda to why I became a science communicator in the first place. Understanding nature is taking delight in small things … Asking the question ‘What’s the meaning of life?’ won’t get you anywhere. Just say ‘Why are all these leaves green?’ and explore the details. And sometimes, just sometimes a grand picture will emerge. From November 6–9, Brian will grace the QPAC stage with Queensland Symphony Orchestra for the world premiere of his new show Journey Through the Cosmos – a four-day celebration of music, science and the wonders of the cosmos, exclusive to Brisbane.
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evolutionary biology and how we evolved. I am interested in the politics of science. Areas such as trying to solve how we convince governments to back scientific research and education. They already know they should but it is about how we get them to do it. I find peace in life in my boxing training … I like exercise. I enjoy a glass of wine. I read a lot. I don’t really think about religion. I really don’t find it an interesting question. What I find interesting is a question such as, ‘Is there a cause for our Big Bang, and if so what is it?’ Science is not about asking grand questions … You get mislead if you ask grand questions. It’s about taking small steps and sometimes those steps lead you to grand conclusions. A good example is noticing the light from distant galaxies is always stretched. It’s always red shifted. So you might ask the question ‘Why is that?’. Then you will find out that is because the universe is always expanding. And that is interesting. And then you can make a measurement and work out how old the universe is and date it. You look at small things in nature and sometimes you’re lead to grand conclusions. We ask little questions and that is the way it should be.
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There aren’t many beauty salons that are fit out with a fully licensed bar to serve up a fancy martini to accompany your manicure, a pinot with your pedicure or a whiskey with your waxing. The glamour of 1940s New York is owner Brooke Jesberg’s unashamed obsession and Brooklyn Beauty Bar plays homage this. The group manicure room resembles a typical New York balcony scene, overlooking a two-storey-high wallpaper photograph of the Brooklyn Bridge. The perfect place to indulge in a chic nail party, here you can catch up with friends over a glass of champagne, while looking out onto bustling McLachlan Street with the sounds of Billie Holiday keeping the old-world vibe
alive. Literature from the 1940s lines the salon’s benchtops and wallpaper depicting the bookshelves of an old library forms the backdrop to a private treatment room, donned with green velvet curtains and rich leather lounges. Relics of a bygone era are spotted throughout the salon and bar, taking you on journey back in time. Not the typical feminine fitout of many beauty salons, Brooklyn Beauty Bar instead resembles the carefully curated den of a wellversed and widely travelled character. Setting aside the normal nail bar gossip, this venue allows engagement in invigorating conversation with friends and fellow clients, whilst undertaking the seriously important grooming regime.
LADYLOCKS HAIR PARLOUR AND KITSCH WARES SHOP 4, 16 KENROSE STREET, CARINA T. 3172 7270 ladylockshair.com.au
When choosing a hair salon, many people opt for the clean lines, modern style and high technology of an inner-city locale. But the experience of Ladylocks Hair Parlour in Carina is a very different one – think crochet, lace doilies, laminated furnishings, rotary-dial phones, succulents, hot rollers and pink flamingos. You’ll find every texture, colour and fabric you can imagine, from high-gloss vinyl chairs and woollen cushions, to the glowing shell lamps that set the ambience of the waiting corner. The minute you walk through the Ladylocks doors, you can’t help but feel bright and happy, as if you have entered a home from the 1950s or 1960s. Recently opening the salon in May, Jasmine Ryland has 26 map magazine
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decorated the space with retro items that she has been collecting over the years. These items define her salon space as something a little unique with a lot more personality, and can be purchased from the Kitsch Wares side of the store. Jasmine understands that most of the items live by the definition of the word kitsch and may be of little or no value, but to the right person they could mean everything. And she is willing to part with these treasured items to pass them on to another good home, where they will be further cherished. Jasmine provides cuts and colours for ladies, men and children by appointment only, and if you are wandering around the streets of Carina, drop in to browse her eclectic wares.
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08 Weight Here Candelabra by KiBiSi from apdesignhouse.com.au 09 Marie Beanbag by FreiFrau from freifrau.eu
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RESIDE AT SOUTH BRISBANE’S NEWEST ADDRESS, ART HOUSE BY MIRVAC Living in Brisbane, we are blessed with an enviable lifestyle. With incredible weather, our iconic river, awardwinning restaurants and a world-class arts precinct, inner-city living has never been better. Situated in South Brisbane, and combining iconic architecture with highend amenities, the new Art House offers its residents the Brisbane lifestyle at its best. Imagine waking up to both city and river views. Walking out to a variety of cafes, restaurants and boutiques, situated right on your doorstep. Weekends spent picking up fresh produce at the markets by day and catching a show by night. Or, if you’d rather stay in, sit back and relax as you take in the cityscape from the elevated Sky Deck on level 27, which includes a large shared dining space, open-air cinema projector and even a special turfed area for yoga and pilates. The first tower, housing 189 apartments, will be released to the market later this year, with a second tower to follow. The apartments are functionally designed for smart living, a continued example of Mirvac’s renowned innovation and high-quality products, making it a leading brand in Australian property. For more information on Art House by Mirvac, head to the property’s website. 44–58 Hope Street, South Brisbane T. 3859 5957 arthouse.mirvac.com
INDULGE AT THE CUSTOMS HOUSE PERRIER-JOUËT HIGH TEA Crisp white linen, Art Deco stands, petite morsels and exquisite champagne all make for a perfect afternoon of high tea. Especially when you are delicately sipping on a glass from prestigious champagne house, Perrier-Jouët. On Saturday October 4 at 2:00 pm, Customs House will play host to this exclusive high tea event, where Chris Sheehy from the house of Perrier-Jouët will guide you through its Grand Brut, Blason Rosé and their prestige Champagne Belle Époque. The afternoon will also feature perfectly matched savoury and sweet delights, and a selection of handcrafted French teas, for $98 per person. 399 Queen Street, Brisbane City T. 3365 8999 customshouse.com.au
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With the weather beginning to warm, nothing beats the Brisbane heat like a scoop of cold, freshly made gelato. La Macelleria Gelateria not only creates exciting gelato and sorbet flavours, with more than 25 to choose from, but is now also offering a variety of gelato cakes. Handcrafted by experienced maitre chocolatier Stefano Spataro from Sicily, each custom-made masterpiece is sure to wow the senses. For those interested in learning how to craft traditional gelato at home, the team is now offering gelato workshops in its Laboratorio Del Gelato located in the heart of Teneriffe.
Indulge your inner artist with inspiration from across Australia at the Landscape Art Prize exhibition, presented by Tattersall’s Club. From September 8–19 in the foyer of Brisbane City’s Waterfront Place, you can view spectacular works of art that are sure to inspire and awe. Started as an idea by former Club Chief Executive Mr Paul Jones, the prestigious award is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Entrants over the past years have included wellknown and award-winning local, national and indigenous artists, including John Perceval, Lawrence Daws and Michael Nelson Jagamara. Each year, artists are selected from across Australia, with the 2014 prize attracting 82 entrants. The winning entry of the 2014 award will not only receive $30,000, but the masterpiece will become a proud addition to the Tattersall’s Club art collection. Judged by an established panel, including QAGOMA director Mr Chris Saines, UQ Art Museum director Dr Campbell Gray and principal of Women’s College University of Sydney, Dr Amanda Bell, the winner will be announced on September 3 at a cocktail reception at Tattersall’s Club. Considered one of the most sought-after awards in the nation’s art community, this exhibit will appeal to both artists and admirers.
Shop 10, 29 Florence Street, Teneriffe T. 0424 908 612 fb//macelleria.gelateria
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REJUVENATE YOUR SKIN AT SOAP & SUGAR MEDISPA CAMP HILL According to an old English wives tale, a simple paste of soap and sugar can help to heal broken or irritated skin. Priding itself on old-fashioned principles and service, the team at Soap & Sugar Medispa is committed to rejuvenating and healing clients’ skin, but ditching the old English technique for a more modern approach. Services available include IPL hair reduction and photo rejuvenation, dermal therapies and needling, as well as O Cosmedics SkinDNA™ testing. SkinDNA™ testing examines 16 genetic markers in five categories associated with skin ageing. These are firmness and elasticity, glycation, sun damage and pigmentation, free radical damage, and sensitivity and inflammation. The test results are then used to scientifically create a personalised guide and unique skin regime tailored specifically for the client. Understanding that no two people are the same, SkinDNA™ testing helps to determine the right treatments and products for each individual client based on their genetic blueprint. To find out more about this process, as well as the other treatments available, including massage, hand and foot therapies, waxing and brow scultping, drop in to visit the experienced team or browse the menu on the Soap & Sugar website.
FIAMME TRATTORIA BRINGS THE FLAVOURS OF ITALY TO ALBION When you are craving authentic, fresh Italian cuisine, satisfy your tastebuds at Fiamme Trattoria. Located in Albion, the family-run restaurant lovingly creates woodfired pizzas and handmade pastas that would make any nonna smile. Aiming to provide a gourmet experience in a casual atmosphere, customers can expect seasonal produce and hand-selected Italian and Australian wines. Visit in September and take advantage of the ‘Flaming Sunset Dining Special’ – dine early and leave by 7:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and receive a complimentary bottle of Margaret River wine with your meal. Bookings essential. 1/299 Sandgate Road, Albion T. 3262 9777 fiamme.com.au
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Samuel Village, Corner of Samuel Street and Boundary Road, Camp Hill T. 3398 3153 soapandsugarmedispa.com.au
COOK AND CREATE WITH IN MY OWN KITCHEN Whether you’re creating in the kitchen or eating a delicious meal, food sure can make you smile. In My Own Kitchen is all about creating that smile, offering up cooking classes at Wandering Cooks, as well as private lessons in the comfort of your own home. With a focus on local, quality ingredients, you can learn how to turn fresh produce into healthy meals. Visit Luisa at the Carseldine Farmers Markets for special offers and to sample morsels of tasty treats. 1 Fish Lane, South Brisbane T. 0423 450 363 inmyownkitchen.com 30 map magazine
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TAKE YOUR TASTE BUDS ON A JOURNEY TO INDIA AT IT’S MIRCHI
Mornings can be a struggle, and breakfast can often get forgotten on the to-do list. Take a task out of your routine and let the crew at Pablo turn breakfast back into an indulgent, stimulating experience. Located in the heart of New Farm, the family-run cafe lovingly serves up unique yet affordable dishes from locally sourced ingredients. Menu items such as brioche French toast with spiced poached pears, homemade chai tea ice-cream, Heilala vanilla syrup and saffron fairy floss – combined with their ‘hangover buster’ drinks menu – are sure to put your first meal back on your priority list.
If you suddenly get a very distinct hankering for Indian food, it is probably not because you’re craving a mildflavoured feast. Named after that rich, spicy flavour that Indian food is renowned for, It’s Mirchi is sure to satisfy your taste buds, offering up a variety of Indian delicacies. The restaurant uses time-honoured recipes, including its special seafood curry, and offers diners an authentic Indian experience, from the low-seated Royal dining area, to the traditional dress worn by staff. Special events are also well catered for at It’s Mirchi, with a large function space available both inside and outside the restaurant.
893 Brunswick Street, New Farm T. 3254 4900 pablonewfarm.com
284 Given Terrace, Paddington T. 3162 7712 itsmirchi.com.au
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Exhibition by Sonya Kelly, September 10 to October 5 boszgallery.com
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One-day conference for designers on September 19 sexdrugshelvetica.com
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FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS IN PADDINGTON IN 1995, FAR PAVILIONS’ JOURNEY IS ONLY JUST STARTING
It’s not often you meet the owner of a 19-year-old business who speaks as passionately about their plans now as the day they first opened. Michael Edwards, the founder and CEO of Far Pavilions, has built his furniture and homewares company from one store in Paddington to 18 stores across Australia, employing over 200 staff, in less than two decades. He is still personally involved in travelling to all corners of the globe to bring an eclectic collection of enticing treasures back to Australia every season. “Like the day I started, I’m still dedicated to haggling for the very best price in exotic to contemporary furniture and homewares for our customers, and providing them with the best service and value for money possible.” Michael and his team are excited by their current spring/summer collection, especially their Meze range and the mix of occasional chairs they have in-store. Every room of the home is catered to, and the Far Pavilions flagship store in Fortitude Valley is overflowing with their largest collection in Brisbane if you want to find a statement piece that will enliven any room.
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Meze Bedside Three Drawer Mango
Meze Chest Eight Drawer Mango
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Homemaker City, 1058 Ann Street T. 3216 1016
Homemaker Centre, 1925 Gympie Road T. 3261 4656
1290 Logan Road, Mount Gravatt T. 3420 6999
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liam mulligan/personal trainer
dmitri papas and justin pace/co-owners and art directors
How long have you been in the industry? For more than six years. What is your specialty? As a PT it’s deeply important to have a diversity of understanding with regards to a variety of different training methods. The area I’m most passionate about would be sport specific strength and conditioning. What’s trending? Functional training. It’s a welcome change that’s seen Snap Fitness CBD cut back some of its bodybuilding isolation machines and encouraging more multi-dimensional movements. What is your process for a spring makeover? My advice would be to have a primary focus on compound movements. They will elevate your heart rate, increasing calories burnt. What is your spring/summer offer? Snap Fitness CBD are offering a fee of $4.95 for the first month when you join with a friend. I am also offering a free consultation for anyone seriously looking to achieve their goals this spring – register your interest with reception.
How long have you been in the industry? We have a combined total of 40 years between us. What is your specialty? Although we are best known for our unique combination of advanced technical expertise and edgy, contemporary looks, we pride ourselves on nurturing our clients and giving them the best possible service with every visit. What’s trending? Cutting of the highest quality. Lines, whether hard-edged or loose, keep their shape longer and can be easily maintained by the client. What is your process for a spring makeover? Any hair that suits the lifestyle and personality of the client will always be on-trend – so we are always looking to adapt to individual needs, framed by our signature precision cutting and vivid colour work. What is your spring/summer offer? Mention this article to receive $40 off our spring/summer services.* Offer ends November 30th, 2014. *Valid for Papas + Pace services only.
Corner North Quay and Herschel Street, Brisbane City snapfitness.com.au/brisbane-cbd
160 Ann Street, Brisbane City T. 3229 1000 papasandpace.com
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How long have you been in the industry? I’ve been working as a cosmetic doctor for more than 20 years. What is your specialty? CoolSculpting®, or nonsurgical liposuction. Giving fast results to patients without the downtime and pain associated with surgery. It’s a noninvasive way to look great this summer! What’s trending? CoolSculpting® – a nonsurgical contouring treatment that freezes stubborn fat cells. What is your process for a spring makeover? After a detailed consultation with the client, cold plates are applied to the area of concern crystallising the fat cells, which are then absorbed by the body. Results can be visible after just a couple of months. What is your spring/summer offer? Take part in our Skin Fit Gym Club program. For only $220 per month, you can enjoy a range of cosmetic treatments valued up to $850. Quote ‘map Skin Fit Gym’ to participate in this offer!
Often when you’re running late and need something to satisfy your hunger pangs, it is all too easy to opt for a quick sugar fix to fill your belly. In an effort to provide Brisbane dwellers with a healthy, wholesome option instead, Kiss the Berry is serving up a delicious range of Açaí-inspired menu items. Started in 2013 by owners Sarah (aged 20) and Keziah (aged 22) as a market stall, the business has now grown into Brisbane’s first Açaí bar located in the busy CBD. Using organic, fair-trade berries from the Amazon rainforest, the girls have created a menu of bowls and smoothies that are sure to fuel you up. Alongside items such as the Green Machine Bowl and the Tropical Bowl, you will also find a delicious list of grab-and-go smoothies. For those needing a kick of caffeine, the shop also serves up coffee supplied by The Odyssey Project. For updates on the store and its upcoming spring promotions, check out the Kiss the Berry Facebook page.
Level 2, 70 Mary Street, Brisbane City T. 3009 5111 cosmeticimageclinics.com.au
Shop 1, 99 Creek Street, Brisbane City T. 3220 3491 kisstheberry.com
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As the fitness craze is hitting an all-time high, the 31 Day Body Transformation program endeavours to help participants achieve – and most importantly maintain – a healthy lifestyle. Fitness gurus Barton and Casey have created a results-guaranteed program combining training sessions and nutritional education with accountability and motivation. With face-to-face group sessions at Kangaroo Point or online fitness regimes to do from home, participants will exercise their body and their mind, so success can be sustained long into the future. Transformation can be a daunting word for many, but with a dedicated support system, nutritional education, recipes and fun-filled workouts, your summer body can be positively and quickly achieved. New members can mention this ad to receive 20% off the program price. For more information on the personal training program, visit the 31 Day Body Transformation website.
How long have you been in the industry? For over 30 years among Brisbane’s best salons. What is your specialty? Cutting is my speciality and passion, and a lot of clients come to me for my specialisation in restoration (bad haircuts) or to create a new identity. What’s trending? This season, savvy, fashion-forward women will be bold! Cropped cuts, with dishevelled bob lines and thatched, paint brush-like edges to the ends will lead the trends. What is your process for a spring makeover? It all depends on the individual’s identity and look – we customise a new image to that, suitable for the summer months. In the consultation process, I would ask you if you want to feel different with a completely new look or if you want something on-trend. What is your spring/summer offer? We will be offering new clients 25% off their spring/summer cut, colour and style from September to December 2014.
Kangaroo Point Cliffs T. 0401 449 716 31daybody.com.au
Shop 2, 918 Stanley Street, East Brisbane T. 3391 7779 idbrisbane.com.au
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How long have you been in the industry? I’ve been in the beauty industry almost ten years. What is your specialty? I am a cosmetic tattoo artist, specialising in feather-touch brow tattoo art technique, a new method of cosmetic tattoo in which tiny hair strokes are tattooed onto the skin, mimicking eyebrow hairs. What’s trending? Full, luscious brows. With the feather-touch technique, beautiful fuller brows are achievable for all women! Unlike the dated block-tattooing method, feather-touch brows look completely natural and last up to two years. What is your process for a spring makeover? Perfect brows are now achievable for everyone – come and have a feather-touch brow tattoo makeover in your lunch break, just in time for spring. What is your spring/summer offer? I’m offering a spring/summer special of $550 for feather-touch brows, which also includes a six-week touch-up appointment.
To ensure overall wellbeing, it’s important to maintain not just a healthy body, but also a healthy mind. With a belief that the mind and body are not separate entities, Mind Body Mend psychology and yoga studio helps clients and students to grow physically, emotionally and spiritually through integrated mind and body therapies. Combining time-tested Eastern philosophies and practices of yoga with Western evidence-based psychology theory and practice, the highly trained therapists and teachers at Mind Body Mend work closely with clients to foster growth, transformation and healing through awareness. The warm, inviting studio space is conducive to this growth and healing, with an intimate studio for yoga classes (for all experience levels), as well as lightfilled private rooms for one-on-one counselling sessions. The studio also hosts regular yoga courses and workshops for emotional balance and wellbeing.
Shop 3, 135 Riding Road, Hawthorne T. 0481 380 125 ig// @iboutiquebybree
Upstairs, 308 Montague Road, West End T. 3844 0565 mindbodymend.com.au
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dr mendy neralic/clinical psychologist and yoga teacher
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INSPIRING BEAUTY – MEDISPA AND URBAN RETREAT
PALEO CAFÉ PADDINGTON
lauren stevens/owner and skin therapist
jax/consultant and owner
How long have you been in the industry? 16 years. What is your specialty? Our therapists, who are highly trained in dermal therapies, specialising in giving you exceptional skin. What’s trending? Sugaring – the new waxing. Through a crafted technique and the use of 100% natural sugar paste, the hairs are extracted in their natural direction of growth. This eliminates breakages, unnecessary discomfort, irritation and ingrown hairs whilst also exfoliating your skin of dry, dead cells. What is your process for a spring makeover? Our Full Body Rejuvenation - half leg/bikini/under arms using sugaring, vitamin A, C and E body treatment and massage with Omnilux for $190. Add a hydrating peel for $70 to regenerate and cleanse the skin to create softer, clearer-looking skin and that wonderful summer glow. What is your spring/summer offer? Half leg, bikini and under arms using sugaring for $89.
How long have you been in the industry? I have been in the hospitality industry for more than 17 years. What is your specialty? We specialise in creating and delivering an experience that is free of gluten, grains, sugar, preservatives and, in most cases, dairy. Innovation meets caveman! What’s trending? The community is heading towards nourishment as a collective and we exist to support that. Our dining prices are very affordable to ensure sustainability and are designed to entice others to enquire about their overall health. What is your process for a spring makeover? With spring comes delicious sweet fruits and produce, allowing our team to be creative with our fresh juice and smoothie menu. What is your spring/summer offer? Our Facebook Coverpage Superstar Competition! You can win a dinner for two and be featured on our coverpage when you share a photo of your dining experience.
Shop 3, 19 Latrobe Terrace, Paddington T. 3172 0626 inspiringbeauty.com.au
257 Given Terrace, Paddington T. 3162 2469 fb//PaleoCafePaddingtonQLD
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SAFFRON HAIR LOUNGE
THE HAIRFREE CENTRE TOOWONG
How long have you been in the industry? For 16 years, and I love every day! What is your specialty? I’m known for my colour work. I am very particular and a bit of a perfectionist when it comes to foiling and blondes. What’s trending? We are seeing a big shift from the obvious ombre effect to a more subtle, easy-to-wear version that we are calling sombre (subtle + ombre). It is a very flattering technique that translates to almost all hair colours and ages. What is your process for a spring makeover? Lighten your locks and say goodbye to blunt fringes – shatter them to give a softer, fresher summer feel. Lose those tired dry ends you’ve been hiding over winter; this is guaranteed to revive your look for spring! What is your spring/summer offer? We want everyone to feel refreshed this spring so we are offering $30 off for all new clients when they have a cut and colour service.
How long have you been in the industry? About 25 years now. I’ve worked mostly in London before moving to Brisbane. Advanced beauty and skin therapy are my passion. What is your specialty? IPL hair reduction and laser tattoo removal – two great treatments that are highly sought-after in both our Toowong and Coorparoo salons. What’s trending? For guys, back and chest IPL hair removal are vastly popular – men feel comfortable walking into our salons. Ladies’ brazilians have always been top of the list, especially with our new pain-free technology here at the centres. What is your process for a spring makeover? Have a winter-skin makeover with our microdermabrasion flower-peel treatments. Finish with a moisturising spray tan. What is your spring/summer offer? Get hairfree for summer for as little as $33.
anya kernke/owner and head stylist
karen mansfield/owner and beauty therapist
Shop 2, 99 Musgrave Road, Red Hill T. 3162 7798 saffronhairlounge.com.au
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ANDONI LUIS ADURIZ
An ever-dedicated student, Andoni Luis Aduriz learned his craft from several of Spanish cuisine’s greats, including Ferran Adrià and Juan Mari Arzak. Winning over discerning palates with his culinary creativity and ardent passion for the art of cooking, Andoni’s restaurant Mugaritz in San Sebastián, Spain, was named at number six on this year’s list of ‘The World’s 50 Best Restaurants’. But while the earnest chef finds inspiration in the work of many of his peers and predecessors, he firmly believes that true success lies not in following someone else’s path, but in carving out your own.
What was your childhood dream? When I was young, sitting in front of the television, I would watch a particular competition where the winner had the opportunity to travel the world. To me, it seemed incredible and yet inaccessible at the same time. I would imagine how great it would be to know other countries, cultures and people. Luckily, cuisine has helped me get to know more than 50 countries, visit wonderful places and experience very memorable moments in my life. Were your parents an influence on your career? Absolutely. My mother decided for me that I was going to attend culinary school. She is now 85 and when she was eight, she had to live through the Spanish Civil War. Sadly, like many children during that time and environment, she starved. When I turned 14, my mother saw that I had no special talents, nor was I a good student, and so she thought it was best to put me in the kitchen – in that way I would never starve. This decision was ingenuous but it was a motivated one, due to a life lived so dramatically. That’s how I became a chef. Can you remember a time when food first really had an impact on you? Finding out that there were chefs who would not just interpret but change established practices took me aback. When Michel Bras´s first book fell into my hands, I was shocked that he was able to change my perception of cuisine and made me
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thirsty for knowledge. Also, when I was a teenager, my family celebrated a birthday at Arzak, and the food impacted me so deeply because it was more than food – it was as if the dishes were small pieces of art. Do you feel a great pressure to be constantly innovative as a chef? I won’t deny that when discomfort doesn’t come from the exterior, we tend to generate it ourselves from within. Critical thinking and nonconformity are two elements that will always give you the necessary alertness to compete in a world with so many rivalries. Tell me about why you place a broken plate on your tables? It’s a sculpture, named ’Par Móvil´, by the Basque artist Manu Muniategiandikoetxea, who, himself, was inspired by the work of universal Basque artist, Jorge Oteiza. All the sculptures on the tables are different and play a game of shadows over the table and with the light that is projecting onto them. They promote an atmosphere of peacefulness and observation. What dining experience do you hope to create at Mugaritz? Cooking tends to be deconstructed through cultural keys; if the cuisine is avant-garde and it doesn’t hold any references to what helped form it, you manage it through absolute abstraction. As we all know, through a particular dish, a person might imagine, remember, or even discover … it’s practically impossible to create an experience that stimulates everyone the
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same way. Furthermore, we’ve focused on our condensed knowledge and our own way of seeing and understanding gastronomy. In constructing an experience based on 20 proposals – along with integrating games, rhythms and unexpected elements – we are able to create a narration through a menu, which, in one way or another, won’t leave anyone indifferent and is able to stimulate thought in everyone and wake up his or her creativity. Why do you think shock and surprise are important in a restaurant? We like to find a way to play with unexpectedness and we know that introducing counterintuitive elements – those that crush the expected and force you to step out of the established ideals – help to stimulate and move the guest. Our dishes summarise a quantity of extraordinary knowledge and we think that, instead of showing it in a transcendental way, it is better to present it in a lucrative one. Describe your most memorable eating experience … My last meal at elBulli the year it closed. It left me moved for several days. Would you consider yourself a success and how would you define success? In general, success with the public needs to be visible and recognised, but, for me, real success is what you achieve in integrating who you are, with what you feel, and doing what you want. When you arm yourself with these three things, it could be said that your life is exotic even
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Enjoy life! Lose weight and keep it off Personalised one-on-one programs if the public does not recognise or see you. What has been your greatest challenge? Over the years, we had to fight against a very complicated environment due to indifference, lack of resources, a deficit of means, a fire ... even the incomprehension of certain people. But the most difficult task is to lead oneself, and I try to do this better every day. What is something you are most proud of in your life? That I was able to bring very extraordinary people to Mugaritz who have made the restaurant their own. And that I was able to build an ecosystem of values that stimulates certain attributes such as creativity, sensibility, solidarity and critical thinking. What advice would you give aspiring chefs looking to emulate your success? Don’t be fooled by appearances. I know there’s nothing more exciting in life than being inspired by others, and seeing someone we would like to become, but we mustn’t forget that every life and its path is unique, and that each and every one of us must create our own path and adjust our dreams to our own possibilities, capabilities and desires.
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Who inspires you? The people I work with and with whom I share successes and failures, projects and dreams – and also those who I share my daily life with. But also the farmers who I buy vegetables and fish from. What inspires you? The energy that people bring when they visit us; it’s contagious and when our work is able to reach, or even exceed, their expectations, extraordinary moments are created that are tremendously inspiring. They make us excited about the line of work that we do and give us the strength to strive for excellence. Which five people would you share a bottle of wine with? Just one bottle of wine? I wouldn’t share it with anyone! Where do you find peace in life? Reading, going to a concert, enjoying a good movie, playing with my son, and achieving things that are totally abstract to me and that help me reach a serene state. What are your words of wisdom? I would share Sartre´s saying that every man is what he does with what made him. We have a great responsibility to become what we actually desire.
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The Japanese call it kiwameru – perfecting a skill through learning or practising. A simple, but effective, way of life. Ben’s Burgers is built on that philosophy, offering a simple three-burger menu featuring a classic, a special and a vegetarian, accompanied by tasty sides and tempting additions. Creators Ben and Nick Chiu, owners of Apartment, have travelled far and wide sampling and mastering the art of the burger, channelling their research to nail the perfect combination of flavours and ingredients. Three burgers also make up the breakfast menu, while anyone with a sweet tooth can indulge in moreish desserts and fun milkshakes.
Smooth jazz, dim lights and good wine combine to create Grape Therapy. Hidden in a cellar-esque basement off Adelaide Street, the drinking den is the newest venue from local wine expert Darren Davis. An extensive wine collection is displayed for your browsing pleasure in floor-to-ceiling cabinets, ranging from boutique to rare vintage bottles. If the selection proves too overwhelming, Grape Therapy’s expert staff can help you to make your decision, and you can accompany your drop of choice with a cheese or charcuterie platter, or have a pizza delivered directly to your chesterfield lounge from upstairs neighbour Ciccio’s Pasta Bar.
American author James Thurber first coined the term ‘the catbird seat’ in his humorous short story of the same name. The phrase, favoured by character Mrs Barrows, was used as a way to describe someone who was ‘sitting pretty’. Taken by the charm of the quirky tale, chef James Guldberg and wife Erin were inspired to use the name for their new East Brisbane bistro. The Catbird Seat team serves up local produce with European influences, completing all the pickling, baking, smoking and curing in-house. You can delight in the seasonal menu over lunch and dinner, or ease into a late breakfast, served all day on weekends.
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Porcelain is a regular resident of the kitchen, though it usually takes the form of dainty teacups and ornate saucers. The Ridge Kitchen by Visibility redefines porcelain’s domestic role, instead crafting it in the form of a pitcher, mortar and pestle, and a grater. Using pattern to act as a visual aesthetic as well as a physical grip, the tools are intended to be as charming as they are useful. Inspired by the traditional Japanese versions, the porcelain grater is designed specifically for use with ginger and garlic. @ vsby.co
For travelling foodies, the difference between a good hotel and a bad one can often be determined by the quality of the breakfast on offer. Anyone who frequents Praktik Bakery hotel in central Barcelona will be easily won over by the thoughtful addition of a bakery on the hotel’s ground floor. Based on the premise that no two loaves of bread are the same, and neither should two hotels be, this dwelling not only makes its guests feel at home with the irresistible smell of fresh bread, but also draws in the locals. @ hotelpraktikbakery.com
Quinoa has long been lauded by the health obsessed as a ‘superfood’ and we’ll admit that its nutritional benefits do enhance its overall deliciousness. What makes us love the South American grain even more, however, is that its versatility extends to libations. Nashville-based Corsair Distillery (known in particular for its smooth gin) has also released the pot-distilled Quinoa Whiskey. Adding an earthy and nutty flavour to the malted barley base, the whiskey uses red and white quinoa seeds. @ corsairartisan.com
SERVING // STYLE We’ll pretty much say yes to any kind of gourmet cheese that comes our way, but when it’s served on an eye-catching piece of design, it’s made all the better. Brisbane-based designer and maker Mira Deutsch handcrafts unique wooden wares, including beautiful serving boards. Influenced by the unique art and design encountered during her time living in Europe – as well as by the natural world and travel – Mira crafts the serving boards to inspire beautiful food rituals, with a striking presence when displayed on your kitchen shelf. @ miradeutsch.com
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Put the prawns in a bowl, cover with the anchovy juice and set aside for 30 minutes to marinate. Dry the prawns on a paper towel and cut each prawn into six pieces. BISTRONOMY: FRENCH FOOD UNBOUND by Katrina Meynink. Published by Murdoch Books.
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Put a heavy-based saucepan over a medium-tohigh heat and heat the vegetable oil to 180°C, or until a cube of bread dropped into the oil turns brown in 15 seconds. Add the prawn pieces and fry for four minutes until golden brown (be careful as the hot oil will spit). Dry on paper towel. Cool the cooked prawns in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Once cool, blend the cooked prawn pieces in a spice grinder until the fibres break up and the prawns take on a breadcrumb consistency. Set aside. When ready to serve, brush each carrot with the yoghurt, making sure the carrots are evenly coated, then coat the carrots in the prawn floss and serve.
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The iconic 130-year-old pub has just undergone a contemporary renovation, paying tribute to the history within its walls. With four main areas, a hatted chef and more than 50 craft beers on offer, the Transcontinental is ideal for your next event.
Super Whatnot have poured 250 different beers through three constantly rotating taps in the last year, making it hard to choose just one. To help you make your decision each time you visit, you can opt for a beer paddle to sample all three tap beers on offer.
As the newest member of Gresham Lane, Red Hook is ready to satisfy your Big Apple cravings. Serving up New York-style street food, you can pair your burger and fries with an American beer, including Budweiser, Blue Star and Brooklyn Lager.
482 George St, Brisbane City T. 3236 1366 transhotel.net.au
48 Burnett Lane, Brisbane City T. 3210 2343 superwhatnot.com
Shop 3, 88 Creek Street, Brisbane City T. 3220 0462 red-hook.com.au
4. Embassy Craft Beer Bar
5. Malt Traders
6. The Alliance Hotel
Catering to beer novices and nerds alike, Embassy boasts an extensive range of rotating craft beer, with 16 taps, a hand-pump and more than 100 bottled beers. Pair your brew with a tasty dish plated up by hatted chef, Rob Campbell.
Before heading home after a long day, stop by Malt Traders and pick up a seasonal release of local craft beer in a refillable, take-home growler. With three beers on tap at all times, you’ll have a new one to try each week.
With a friendly atmosphere, extensive beer list containing more than 60 international and local beers, a rotating craft-beer tap and seasonal gastronomic delights, you’ll leave wondering why you aren’t already a regular.
214 Elizabeth St, Brisbane City T. 3221 7616 embassybar.com.au
10 Market Street, Brisbane City T. 3236 4855 malttraders.com.au
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JAMES BOYCE
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grumpysailor.com –– As the head of Sydney innovations agency Grumpy Sailor, James Boyce comes to Brisbane to share his knowledge at the Creative3 Forum at BCEC from September 18–19. age 31. born Southern Highlands, New South Wales. describe yourself in ten words I’m wild and woolly.
Eternal optimist. Idealistic. Friendly. Curious bastard. gets you out of bed in the morning My son. Every morning. Early. Little devil. last thing that made you smile I missed the tram into the office and had to wait on the platform for ten minutes. That made me smile. Ten minutes guilt free, perfect for a little mental meandering. most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen That son, that little devil I mentioned earlier. Seeing him in the arms of my beautiful wife for the first time – that was true beauty. tell me about passion Passion requires nourishment. If you feed it the wrong kind of fuel it cools, feed it well and it burns bright and strong – it grows. For me, feeding my passions is a fluid and vital part of my work and life. makes you different I am a very open person. biggest inspiration My parents. They have always inspired me to be the best version of myself. words of wisdom Surround yourself with good people who are different to you. You don’t have to be an asshole to be good in business. Love what you do, but love your family more.
CINEMATIC // THEATRE Many people dream of witnessing the grandeur of London’s National Theatre, but may never get the chance. In an effort to help realise this dream, the theatre has embarked on a project to broadcast the best of British theatre live from the stage and onto cinema screens around the world. The National Theatre Live program continues at Dendy Portside Cinemas with screenings of Euripides’s tragedy Medea, from October 4–6. Starring Helen McCrory in the title role, Medea explores a woman’s turmoil as she is separated from her family and seeks revenge. @ dendy.com.au
SCANDINAVIAN // DELIGHTS Whether you fancy Swedish furniture, delight in traditional Danish smørrebrød or consider yourself a bit of a Viking, it’s time to embrace your Northern European inklings for the Scandinavian Festival Brisbane. September 14 will see Newstead’s Austin Street transformed, bringing together the local clubs of Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Estonia and Iceland. Celebrating Northern-European culture, the festival will offer up a smorgasbord of Scandinavian food and drinks, alongside traditional entertainment and market stalls selling Nordic wares. @ scandinavianfestival.com.au
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COASTAL // JAZZ A trip to the beach usually brings with it the sounds of waves crashing, seagulls squawking and children playing. But from September 4–7, the Noosa air will be filled with trumpets, saxophones and crooning vocals as the Noosa Jazz Festival rolls into the beachside town. Celebrating its 23rd year, the 2014 festival will feature such acts as Vince Jones, Grace Knight with the Scream Big Band, Steve Clisby, and the Australian Army Band Brisbane. Making the most of its natural surrounds, the Noosa Jazz Festival also features Jazz River Cruises, as well as the inaugural Jazz Festival Golf Day. @ noosajazz.com.au 44 map magazine
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The iconic animations of Walt Disney hold a special place in the hearts of many, conjuring up childhood memories spent singing along to the upbeat melodies that accompanied them. Offering up a different soundtrack, renowned composer Philip Glass presents The Perfect American – imagining the final months of Walt Disney’s life, set against the backdrop of animated projections and ingenious design, alongside moving operatic vocals. The Perfect American makes its Australian debut at QPAC for Brisbane Festival from September 15–20. @ brisbanefestival.com.au
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Cabins seem to be conducive to creativity, be it writing a book, painting a masterpiece, or, in Gregory Alan Isakov’s case, recording an album. A few years ago, the South African-born folk singer-songwriter rented a cabin in Nederland, Colorado, which doubled as a music studio. With the help of his producer and an old microphone and set of tape machines, he set to work on his third album, The Weatherman (for which he also learned the pedal steel guitar and ukulele). The inspiration came from a story that Gregory had been writing about a weatherman.
At the mention of classical music, many people’s minds think directly back to the era of composers such as Mozart and Beethoven. In truth, the art is still alive and well, and its modern incarnation is extremely innovative, particularly at the hands of young composers like the Brooklyndwelling Jacob Cooper. Hailed as a ‘maverick’ by The New Yorker, Jacob has penned several avant-garde works including Timberbrit (an opera that imagines Britney Spears’s last concert) and his latest work, Silver Threads – a six-song cycle that puts haiku to voice and electronic tracks.
Behind some of rock’s greatest anthems are musical geniuses who prefer to sneak away from the spotlight. J.J. Cale was the lyrical mind (and wizard guitarist) behind Eric Clapton’s ‘After Midnight’ and ‘Cocaine’, while many other artists – including Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings and Tom Petty – regularly covered J.J.’s songs. Born John Weldon Cale, the singer changed his moniker to J.J. to avoid being confused with John Cale from The Velvet Underground. Naturally was J.J.’s first album and features his most well-known hit, ‘Crazy Mama’.
The lists of music’s all-time-greatest guitarists are usually populated with rock gods. Lightning-fingered playing of the six string isn’t limited to the genre of rock and roll, however, and one of the people considered to be amongst the current most influential guitarists is jazz musician Kurt Rosenwinkel. Known for his improvisational sound influenced by the likes of John Coltrane, Tal Farlow and George Van Eps, Kurt often plays a semi-hollow guitar. While he has collaborated on myriad albums over the years, East Coast Love Affair was his first recording as band leader.
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London, Tokyo, Sydney, Milan, New York – these are the towns and the persona men present on their streets. For his blog, Giuseppe Santamaria photographed fashion on the streets of each city, trying to capture the essence of the styles he witnessed in the men’s everyday appearance. From elegant-smart to casual-casual, the clothes he caught on camera reflected the country of residence. In summary – most casual: New York; most frumpy: London; most eclectic: Sydney; most interesting: Milan; most historic: Tokyo. A book for fashionistas.
Projects and ideas that will help you cope with smaller spaces so beloved by city dwellers. For simplicity, step-by-step descriptions of 35 projects bring them to satisfactory fruition. Children may like the fairy garden. Dad may like the miniature desert terrarium, Mum the more complex vertical garden that can even provide herbs. With overpopulation pressures and movement towards vertical living in apartments, urban high-rise gardens are being developed in more and more cities. Mini gardens will become increasingly important in our lives.
Ten Australians, including Tina Arena, Gotye, Ian Haug and Paul Kelly, reveal their thoughts about the influence of illicit, prescription and legal addictive drugs upon their lives and work. All musicians, they explore the possible link between creativity and drugs. Opening their minds and sharing their experiences, hopefully to benefit others, they are to be congratulated for their honesty. Faceto-face, in-depth interviews – ranging from 45 minutes to four hours – have resulted in an intriguing book about a subject that has been kept in the closet for too long.
From green weaver ants with neatly sown nests of leaves, to snake skins with their patterns of scales – we witness nature’s end results in the selection of form and function to suit environmental needs. Never-ending wonders of biodiversity surround us. Yet few people have the eyes to see these gems of design. Some are simple, such as the spiral shell of a sea snail. If too long, the animal is destabilised; if too short it’s not voluminous enough. But created as a spiral, the shell houses the body perfectly. Five chapters, excellent images and satisfying text.
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WHAT IS INSPIRING US THIS MONTH? – – OSCAR WILDE ONCE MUSED, “NO GREAT ARTIST EVER SEES THINGS AS THEY REALLY ARE. IF HE DID, HE WOULD CEASE TO BE AN ARTIST.”
LINDY LEE: THE DARK OF ABSOLUTE FREEDOM UQ ART MUSEUM
With a career spanning three decades, artist Lindy Lee has established a stellar reputation in her native Australia, as well as internationally. Her styles and techniques vary, from her early photographic pieces to exploring her Chinese heritage, through to her
more recent works in which she uses pyrographic techniques to evoke the infinity of the universe. The first major survey of her work, Lindy Lee: The Dark of Absolute Freedom exhibits the artist’s diversity and celebrates her success. FROM SEPTEMBER 20
MANY THINGS
SPIRO GRACE ART ROOMS Most people wouldn’t usually associate eggs, milk and beeswax with art, but for artist Franz Ehmann, they help to create the contemporary works in his latest exhibition, Many Things (it’s a colourful world). Using materials such as these, Franz constructs allegories that synchronise imagery and language. The exhibition features objects meticulously displayed in precise ways to accentuate collaborations between both natural and manmade items, whilst simultaneously creating and resolving humanistic concerns. Franz explores the symbolic and metaphorical significance of prepared food and the waste it creates, whilst deconstructing the meaning of language, material and imagery to ignite an inquisition of the world at large. SEPTEMBER 11–27
TOP RIGHT: LINDY LEE, TERRACE OF THE IMMORTALS, 2012, IMAGE COURTESY OF THE COLLECTION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND. REPRODUCED COURTESY OF THE ARTIST AND ROSLYN OXLEY GALLERY, SYDNEY. BOTTOM RIGHT: KATHRYN BRIMBLECOMBE-FOX, PALE BLUE DOT, 2014, IMAGE COURTESY OF THE ARTIST.
UNTETHERING LANDSCAPE GRAYDON GALLERY
Here on Earth, we often wonder what lies in the great beyond, that unknown expanse we call the universe. For artist Kathryn Brimblecombe-Fox, the universe and our interaction with it has long been a point of interest, and Untethering Landscape explores her fascination with
cosmology. Kathryn’s paintings reflect her sense of wonder, using symbols and ambiguous landscapes to pose philosophical questions about the universe, rather than providing an artist’s impression of what it might look like. SEPTEMBER 2–14
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TOM E. LEWIS On an ordinary rainy day at Melbourne Airport, a fortuitous meeting took place. A young motor mechanic named Tom E. Lewis was on his way home when he was spotted in the crowd by a film director – and from that chance interaction, he was offered the title role in the 1978 film The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith. Since then, Tom has made a name for himself as an actor and musician, as well as the being face of Katherine (his smile graces the huge billboard welcoming visitors into town). Tom’s latest achievement sees him also earning the title of co-creator for theatre production The Shadow King, which is coming to Brisbane Festival from September 9–13.
“I can’t believe what’s happening right before my eyes!” Tom E. Lewis exclaims in disbelief. Our conversation is taking place via Skype, and this is his first interaction with the technology. “I’m a bushman,” he says, “Growing up where I did, I would never have dreamed this could be possible.” Born in the Northern Territory at the Roper River Mission, Tom was brought up on the riverbanks and recalls that he always felt a strong connection to the bush. As a teenager, he was sent to work as a motor mechanic, learning the trade from a man who he fondly refers to as a father figure. “He meant a lot to me. He gave me the opportunity to work and keep learning, but also to be able to enjoy my country and be part of something that was bigger than just me.” Little did he know, something big was just around the corner for him. After a trip to Melbourne to earn his trade certificate, Tom was waiting at the airport for his flight home to Darwin when he was spotted by Australian film director Fred Schepisi and his wife. He was approached by the pair, who asked him to audition for (and eventually play) the title role in the film The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith. Tom’s world changed from that moment. The film was a great success, earning a number of awards in Australia, as well as being one of the first Australian films to be nominated for the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
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For Tom, that chance meeting was just one of many incredible opportunities he has encountered. “I’ve been very fortunate,” he says. “I get to perform music, and in theatre and films, and have learnt lessons from each experience I’ve had. I didn’t go to school for drama, I was forced to learn on my own through the school of hard knocks. And I have never given up learning. Language and culture are like flowers. You maintain them like a garden. Flowers shine when you water them, and, if you embrace culture, it too will shine.” Tom is constantly taken aback by the similarities between the indigenous culture that was ingrained in him from a young age, and what he has learnt in the “white fella’s” world. And his most recent project, The Shadow King, is a great example of that. He co-created the production with director Michael Kantor, reworking Shakespeare’s tragedy King Lear as a tumultuous tale of two indigenous families, set in Australia’s north. When asked if it was difficult to transform a 17th-century Shakespearean classic to a modern indigenous production, Tom smiles. “Shakespeare was very clever, wasn’t he? He wrote about my world as much as his own.” His initial interaction with Shakespeare was when he read Othello for the first time. “I realised there was a commonality. All our stories are the same – it doesn’t matter how old it is. There is spirituality in
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these stories – our beliefs are in there, and inside of us. It’s a blessing that someone wrote these treasures.” When Michael Kantor approached Tom for the role of Lear, he presented him with a crown. Tom admits he was apprehensive at first. “I thought, ‘How do I wear that crown?’ Then I realised, you have to understand the whole story. It has to be inside you before the crown goes on. It was a beautiful learning experience for me. King Lear is about land and daughters, and it doesn’t matter what culture you are – it makes sense. We have translated the story, yes, but we have treated it with great respect.” The play has been greeted with an incredible reception, and Tom has been overwhelmed by the response it has received so far. “I was scared at first,” he confides. “But we received a standing ovation for our first performance. And the theatre was full for three weeks on all three levels. My people were there, and they stood for us. They loved it! I’m working with an amazing team, and we all feel happy that we have done the right thing by the story.” Throughout his life, and his time working on The Shadow King, Tom has been grateful for the knowledge he has gained from his interactions with those around him. “We are all on a journey,” he smiles. “It’s always nice to meet strangers, and to learn from them. I am lighter and richer in knowledge because of that.”
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Brisbane-born Josh Lawson has been a familiar face on Australian screens for many years. Starting out with guest appearances on shows such as Home and Away, All Saints and Blue Heelers, he also starred in a number of commercials, including for Coca-Cola Cherry. Now also a familiar name, Josh’s credits of late include Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues, and a permanent role in American television show House of Lies. Josh also plays Paul in The Little Death, which he not only stars in, but also wrote and directed. The comedy takes an honest look at the intricacies of sex, love, relationships and taboo, and also stars Josh’s brothers Jordan and Ben, as well as Lisa McCune and Lachy Hulme.
If it weren’t for a passing chance, Rosario Dawson may have never had a career in film. Sitting on her front stoop in New York City at the age of 16, Rosario was spotted by aspiring screenwriter Harmony Korine, who asked her if she wanted to be in a movie – Kids. Since taking that role, Rosario has appeared in more than 50 films, including Rent and Seven Pounds. She left a lasting impression in graphic-novel-cum-film Sin City as dominatrix Gail, and reprises the role in Sin City: A Dame to Kill For alongside Jessica Alba, Josh Brolin and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Combining two of Frank Miller’s classic stories with a new twist, the sequel revisits the town’s most hardened citizens as they run across some of its more notorious inhabitants.
Not many 20-year-olds can say they got their first job at age six and held it steadily for 12 years. But Ellar Coltrane certainly can. He stars in Richard Linklater’s Boyhood, a fictional drama filmed with the same group of actors over a period of 12 years. Ellar plays Mason, from age six through 18, and the film follows the ups and downs of his childhood, examining the ever-changing nature of our lives as we grow up. Although the story is fictional, elements of Ellar’s real life were incorporated into the film as he grew with it, as well as much of his own clothing and style choices. Starring alongside Ellar is Patricia Arquette as Mason’s mother, Olivia, and Ethan Hawke as his often-absent father, Mason Sr.
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The electronic sounds and popping melodies of The Kite String Tangle (Danny Harley) have resulted in a sell-out national tour, as well as performances at SXSW, Coachella, Splendour in the Grass and Falls Festival. But he is back in town just in time to launch his forthcoming EP at Brisbane Festival’s Telstra Spiegeltent. Producing a seamless blend of ethereal pop with darker shades of ambient beats and electro, Danny explores the often-elusive feelings of nostalgia and self-reflection through his music. brisbanefestival.com.au
If you are unsure of where your clothing is made, what it is made from or where it will end up, consider not wearing it and not buying it. Edda Hamar is a co-founder of Undress Runways, an annual sustainable fashion show, and has a vision to see a world where we use our dollar to vote for a sustainable fashion industry. In this talk, she will discuss what sustainable fashion is, why it is important and how we can make simple choices in our wardrobe to positively impact the industry. brightlearning.com.au
Now in its 13th year, BIGSOUND draws top national and international industry talent to Brisbane each year, forming a vibrant collection of musicians, buyers and industry experts to create an environment of new music discovery. Newly announced is a keynote from Birthday Party founder and Bad Seed Mick Harvey. Peter Noble will break down the success of Bluesfest and Spotify’s chief economist Will Page will discuss new industry models. With strong offerings for both art and commerce, BIGSOUND 2014 will deliver the party it is notorious for. qmusic.com.au/bigsound
Imagine what it would be like to be catapulted into a world of sleep deprivation, seizures, trampolines and home renovations. This is the experience of The Button Event, a true story of one man searching for connections in chaos. Juggling the daily grind comes to an abrupt halt when one of his twin daughters is diagnosed with tuberous sclerosis. Devised by multi-Green Room Awardwinning artist Todd MacDonald and acclaimed director Bagryana Popov, The Button Event is deeply personal and fearlessly honest. qldtheatreco.com.au
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BLACK DIGGERS from september 24 AT QPAC
A story of honour and sacrifice covered up and almost forgotten, Black Diggers is the culmination of research into the lives and deaths of indigenous soldiers who fought for the British Commonwealth in World War I. Shunned in their own country, aboriginal men stepped up to enlist. Facing the horror of war on a Gallipoli beach was an escape from the shackles of racism at home, at a time when they were segregated, unable to vote and had their children taken away.
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BAND september 27 AT THE TIVOLI With the release of its fourth album in five years – So Long, See You Tomorrow – UK band Bombay Bicycle Club taps into diverse cultures for inspiration. Growing up in North London, the foursome signed a record deal shortly after leaving secondary school, releasing its guitar-driven debut, I Had the Blues but I Shook Them Loose, in 2009. The band’s followup album, Flaws, reached the top ten in the UK charts and was nominated for the Ivor Novello Award for Best Album.
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BRISBANE CAKE EXPO september 27–28 AT BRISBANE TABLE TENNIS CENTRE
Whether you are a professional baker or a beginner in the kitchen, Brisbane Cake Expo is set to inspire with expert demonstrations, delicious sweet treats and a dedicated Cake Expo School of Cake. The stallholders will dazzle visitors with sweet delights and the expo will have its very own Kid’s Corner complete with free jumping castle. The fivecategory cake-decorating competition is open for all who would like to put their decorating skills to the test.
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An experimental dance project created from the transcultural collaboration and dialogue between artists from Brisbane and Seoul, Deluge will set the pulse racing. Subtle transformation, explosive choreography and amplified vocalisation combine to explore the deep sorrow and sublime ecstasy that are hallmarks of Korean culture. Deluge is seen through an Australian lens that evokes a relationship with nature’s most destructive elements – from droughts to flooding plains.
stories behind hundreds of handmade quilts. SEPTEMBER 13–14 AT SAMFORD VILLAGE
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With iconic historical landmarks, romantic seaside towns and a whole lot of interesting characters, Italy makes for the perfect setting for an entertaining film. Celebrating the best of Italian cinema, the Lavazza Italian Film Festival graces Brisbane screens once again, showcasing 35 new features and documentaries, as well as one glamorous classic. For its 15th annual outing, this year’s festival will open with the premiere of Marina, followed by a swinging after party.
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A performance that the kids will certainly stay awake for, Disney’s landmark musical event The Lion King graces us with its presence on the Lyric Theatre stage. Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains, this breathtaking production explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and unforgettable music including Elton John and Tim Rice’s ‘Circle of Life’, ‘Hakuna Matata’ and the Academy Award-winning ‘Can You Feel the Love Tonight?’.
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The city of Providence, Rhode Island, in the northeastern United States is home to some of the region’s most prestigious colleges, including Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design. Paying tribute to the city’s collegiate history with a clever ‘old school meets new school’ approach, The Dean hotel is a boutique dwelling that marries tradition with contemporary touches. Housed in an elegant old building built in 1912 as a rescue mission by the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island (and later becoming a strip club), the rooms of these designer digs contain treasures found on expeditions to antique markets in France, alongside newly fashioned furniture and fittings by local designers.
“For a long time, I went to bed early” is the typographical uttering spread across the side wall of The Dean hotel. The words of Marcel Proust – the opening line of his tome Remembrance of Things Past – suggest that this particular dwelling is not for those who like to turn in early. Aside from the literary pronouncement on its exterior flank, however, and a bulb-lit sign that merely reads ‘HOTEL’, The Dean announces its presence with very little fanfare. Sitting a block away from one of Providence’s main pedestrian stretches, the four-floor red-brick building is rather modest compared to the enormous hotels in the near vicinity. At a mere 52 rooms, this particular dwelling is focused more on cultivating a niche community than catering to the masses. As I enter, the lobby feels instantly welcoming, with a throne-like red-velvet chair sitting below a bookshelf, as if beckoning me to sit down immediately and immerse myself in the pages of a literary tale. I resist the temptation – at least until after I’ve checked in – but I survey the spines of the books lining the shelves, mentally earmarking one for later. It’s clear that the lobby is not intended to encourage transience. Long couches, plenty of reading material (there are also art and design magazines aplenty), and a roomy communal table all encourage you to linger and socialise with your fellow travellers. Or with the locals who have stopped by for their daily espresso at The Dean’s
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in-house cafe, Bolt Coffee Co. The mosaic tiles of the community gathering space are well worn, but charmingly so, a sign of having borne the footsteps of many a traveller. Antique curios including a leather pommel horse and an ageing wooden ladder (now holding today’s newspaper) make the space even more cosy. And a stern portrait of a bespectacled man, representing ‘the dean’ archetype, watches sombrely over the space – each room in the hotel is home to a similar portrait. I make my way to the petite lift at the back, and pull open the heavy windowed door. A tiny stool sits in the corner of the intimate space, as if symbolising the days when the lift might have been occupied by an attendant, politely ferrying guests between floors. When it bounces to a halt at the third floor, I squeeze back the accordion gate (another whimsical nod to the days of old) and step into the narrow hall lined with vintage Persian rugs. Roosted on the wall midway down the hallway is a bright red, rotary-dial telephone. Etched on the wall in ruby-red cursive and ebony sans-serif is a simple direction: ‘Telephone to desk,’ it encourages, in lieu of individual phones in each room. This particular design quirk enhances the community feel of the hotel, and I imagine a queue of immaculately pyjamaed folk waiting to use the telephone (though I never actually see anyone engaging the service during my stay). Typography of all sorts is a constant
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presence throughout the hotel. Thoughtful messages adorn low-hanging ceilings cautioning you to ‘Watch your head’. Neon signs (the work of students from the local Rhode Island School of Design) offer words of encouragement – ‘Time for another’ one urges, another subtle hint against letting your head hit the pillow too early. And delicate gold-leaf numerals embellish long mirrors on the stairwell, heralding your arrival on each floor under the glow of a glamorous chandelier. The ambience of my room is modern yet classic. Except for the discreetly wall-mounted television, I feel as though I could almost be in a time decades earlier, and my worn, leather gladstone bag fits right into the setting. Black venetian blinds filter the afternoon radiance to cast a cinematic silhouette across the floorboards (the originals from the building, lovingly rehabilitated for the current incarnation). Industrial yet elegant light fixtures bookend the bedhead, while the bathroom maintains the classic ambience, with a brass accordion mirror and old-fashioned cross-handelled faucets adorning the vanity. A dapper leather folder welcomes me to the hotel and offers all manner of tips and locales for truly integrating myself with the locals and culture of Providence. But then there’s also the option to stay right where I am, as The Dean is also home to its own restaurant, cocktail bar, and a karaoke locale named The Boombox. Perhaps a late night is in order after all.
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