PSSSSSST PS MAGAZINE IS LAUNCHED!

Photography: Sanja Marusic Styling: Chantal Kabel Make up: Tynke Weeninga, Model: Imme @ Name Models

PSSSSSST PS MAGAZINE IS LAUNCHED!

April 4, 2011  |  Fashion, Launch, News  |  No Comments  | 

For the ones that were living in a cave or emerged them a lil’ bit too much in the night life of Amsterdam this weekend: a new Dutch Fashion magazine was launched yesterday called PS Magazine. Founders Stefanie Mensink and Puck Landewé were there to proudly present us a magazine that focuses on Dutch creative talents in multiple disciplines: fashion, illustration and photography. The last 6 months they’ve broken their backs behind the computer or trying out the highest heels for the fashion shoots to pull this magazine together and it was worth the effort!

Stefanie Mensik (l) and Puck Landewé (r), founders PS Magazine.

 

And guess what.. Of course I couldn’t be missing out on this one. For this special occasion I made an illustration and donated a beautiful picture, next to a little text they wrote about me which is all featured in the magazine. I am extremely excited to have been part of this. I remember the day that Puck and me were working together for Odd magazine, during a photo shoot for Code. She’s the most down to earth person I’ve ever met that values good personal contact with her creative contributors. I absolutely knew she could do this (together with Stefanie of course). More pictures will be posted soon. Curious? Buy the magazine online (or for the Ipad).

 

 

 

 

Time for a celebration!

ALL IS JEWELLISH

ALL IS JEWELLISH

March 24, 2011  |  Fashion, Inspiration, Jewellery, Limited Edition, News  |  No Comments  | 

What do you do if you can turn anything you touch into a jewel? You create the most bizarre and fancy looking objects into a want-have piece for next season, at least, that’s what Hanna does. A 25 year old Parisienne, who started her own jewellery brand called Hirschell.

I think the accessories are a glimpse of what we can expect from her in the future: an eclectic mix of wonderful materials put together in fine shades of color and texture. They remind me of a more unconventional way of craftsmanship than the traditional jewellery; perfect for your wardrobe if you want to upgrade your outfit with something special. Let me introduce Hanna:

When did you start making the jewellery?

I became interested in jewels 7 years ago. I discovered the use of latex a this time and started to experiment with it making bracelets. It wasn’t enough resistant and it aged badly so I decided to work with resin and that’s where I really started making jewels.

What kind of education did you do?

I first did an multi-disciplinary art school in Lyon then I moved to Paris to enter Duperré (Paris fashion school). After my first diploma (BTS) i ended my studies with a bachelor (License professionelle) in fashion design where I had the chance to develop my first collection as a jewel creator : “Flashing Lights”
How many collections do you produce a year?

I did 2 collections since I started a year ago. It’s the rythm I’d like to keep. I like also the idea of having “mini-collections” according to the opportunities or my vibe of the moment.

What are the materials you use?

I like using materials and technologies that are not supposed to be used in jewellery. I use a lot of copper, a metal with industrial connotations, circuit board, pyrite stones and a lot of different chains

What is your source of inspiration for the next collection?

My next collection will be called “Meteor”, obvious reference to meteorites which fascinate me. I became infatuated by Pyrite stones, its raw aspect  which totally breaks with the very geometrical collection “Odissey”.

Do you have other jobs aside this project or is it a full-time job?

It’s hard to be a young independant. My brand Hirschell takes me a lot of time because I’m alone in charge of the creation, the production plus all the administrative work. Never the less I occasionally apply for freelance work and I also do poor time jobs. I love this diversity in my work and I got a lot of ideas beyond my collections like customising a car.

When I grow up I want to become a..

independant woman! Haha.
When I grow up I want to be self-sufficient, live from my jewels. I have the opportunity I’d love to travel more, see what others creators are doing, learn more techniques.