by kate on October 2, 2012
We often work with illustrators for Anthology, not just for “Making the Magazine” and other small sections, but also for feature articles. We do this because we love turning the page to discover a fully illustrated story, and it can also be a nice visual break from the photographic spreads. Plus, it’s a real treat to collaborate with other artists and see how they develop a concept.
Despite all of this, I still somehow manage to take for granted how much of our visual world belongs to illustrators, especially when it comes to prints and patterns. As you can see in the work of Aino Maija-Metsola, the woman behind many of Marimekko’s most stunning textile prints, the strongest patterns work successfully in all iterations: flat on a canvas, stretched over a sofa, or cut and sewn into a blouse. Big or small, flat or fluid, these illustrated designs are lovely in all forms. Seeing her work, I’m reminded to take greater notice of the patterns around me, and appreciate the hands that first took pen, pencil, or paintbrush to paper to make the design come alive.
When Noonie and Kate of TheSuperCool decided they wanted to have a shop, they opted to be a traveling emporium rather than settling for a single location. Seeing themselves as a modern version of vintage peddlers, they collect beautiful objects from around the world and bring them together in locations across Australia, and also in their online shop. (They currently only ship within Australia, but word has it they’ll have international shipping soon.) Their product line ranges from pretty pillows for your home to miniature hot air balloons, and also includes Anthology!
Each time TheSuperCool pops up somewhere new, the shop looks a little different based on its location. It’s been in a garage that opened up onto a city sidewalk, in a green house, and most recently, an urban mall (the Westfield Doncaster). People had been asking TheSuperCool team how their shops came together, so for the mall pop-up, they recorded the eight-hour set-up. It’s great to see it all come together in the time-lapse video (and Anthology’s Issue No. 5 makes a cameo). If you happen to be near Doncaster, Australia, be sure to check out TheSuperCool at the Westfield. They’ll be there through October 7.
by meg on September 28, 2012
A home often has many layers, but it would be a tall order to explore every layer and detail when we feature a home in the magazine. It’s just not possible. Luckily, the blog gives us the space to share some of those fun bits and pieces that didn’t quite make it into the print article. And sometimes the side story can be just as gratifying as the main feature, as was the case with Meiko Arquillo’s home in Los Angeles.
When we shot Meiko’s home a few months ago for Issue 8 (“Pure & Simple,” page 34) I enjoyed its clean, minimal style with moments of whimsy (case in point, the giant cat painting in her bedroom on page 39). I remember thinking her home was both mature and youthful at the same time—and it worked seamlessly. I also noticed a ubiquitous pattern throughout it: gingham.
So while photographers Julia Galdo and Cody Cloud were busy capturing the images that would eventually make it into the pages of Anthology, I decided to do my own side shoot with my iPhone. My mission: to document all the gingham-emblazoned items in Meiko’s collection that I could find.
And of course, I couldn’t help but capture other cute things, including Meiko and her daughter Maia.
{Images by Meg Mateo Ilasco}
by Alexis on September 27, 2012
I have mixed feelings about sharing today’s Guest Recipe from Erin Gleeson of The Forest Feast—the recipe looks amazing, but I am sad it’s our last installment with Erin. Over the last four weeks, she’s shared delicious recipes for Sesame Edamame Salad, Roasted Potato Green Bean Salad, Pesto Deviled Eggs, and this week, a Butternut Apple Tart. It’s been such a pleasure hosting her recipes here. Thanks for all the inspiring recipes, Erin!
Butternut Apple Tart
I know fall is here when my CSA starts to brim with apples and squash. This savory tart is very comforting when the weather starts to cool. I used a pre-made pie crust, but you can certainly make your own. It works for breakfast, lunch or dinner and is great with an herb side salad. Bon Appetit! —Erin
Ingredients
1 pie crust (store bought or homemade)
1 onion, sliced
butter or olive oil
1 tbsp chopped rosemary
1 c ricotta
1 egg
2 apples, sliced into thin circles
1 butternut squash, peeled and sliced into thin circles
olive oil
sea salt
Preheat oven to 350°. Caramelize the sliced onion in a bit of butter or olive oil over medium low heat. Boil the squash slices for 5 minutes to soften them. Form crust in pie plate. Combine caramelized onion, chopped rosemary, ricotta and egg, and spread on the bottom of the pie crust. Layer alternating apple and butternut squash slices over the ricotta layer. Before baking, drizzle with olive oil and sea salt. Garnish with rosemary. Bake for 30 minutes.
by kate on September 26, 2012
I know it’s a bit premature to be thinking of the holidays and winter so soon, but I can’t help it. Working in retail and print media has hammered a certain schedule into my brain, and as soon as fall arrives, I’m already pulling out the blankets and cider, and planning my winter crafts. Silly, I know, but it also means that I get a jump start on feeling the childlike excitement that accompanies the holidays. I promise not to bombard you with these kinds of posts from now until March, but I do have to share just a few bits of winter inspiration that we’ve picked up during our winter editorial brainstorming. Hopefully they will provide just a small spark of anticipation for the cozier days ahead, but whether you continue in the holiday spirit or tuck them away for a later date is entirely up to you. Enjoy!
{Images above: Katie Miller shares a simple tutorial for making rustic snowflake ornaments out of branches and winter greens.}
{Images above: An ornate reclining chair receives a new silvery grey coat and beautiful faux bois upholstery from Barb at Knack Studios.}
{Images above: Mimi Thorisson of Manger shares a recipe for these heavenly chocolate swirl meringues.}
