Baba Tree Basket Co. master weaver, Mary Anaba sits with one of her extraordinary Yoomelingah Yure creations in Bolgatanga, Ghana. (As featured in SHIBUI Issue 9.)
Photo courtesy Baba Tree Basket Co.
We interview surfer and surfboard shaper Thomas Bexon from Thomas Surfboards in Noosa Heads, who shares his true-blue connection with Australia's world-renowned surf culture and the art of designing surfboards for all walks and waves.
Image: Ben Osborne Photo
Read MoreSimon Silaidis is a unique calligraphy artist, taking the traditionally pen and paper art form to the streets. His beautiful flowing works of art adorn abandoned buildings and landscapes in a way which creates harmony between the natural environment, artwork and the viewer.
Read MoreLOVE is in the air and at the heart of Polynesian traditions. And what connects the Pacific Islands across the ocean so beautifully is the flower chain ‘lei’. Floral and lei artist Pamakane Lehua Pico shares the art of this aloha custom from her home in Hawaii.
Read MoreZoe Bradley’s hand-sculpted, paper installations are attracting global attention with luxe brands infusing the retail market with her intoxicatingly beautiful paper scapes.
Read MoreAmidst the grey, Tom Fruin’s stain glass works bathe their concrete surroundings in luminous colour.
Read MoreThe artisanship of Moroccan tile mosaic – zellij, meaning little polished stones or tiles – is a meeting of mathematical precision and creative skill. Now the age-old tradition which has been practiced since Roman and Byzantine times is not just alive and well, but flourishing in Fes. Souk & Co take us behind the scenes to meet the artisans.
Read MoreSharing his message on walls in Paris and beyond, Raphael Federici is making a colourful impression world-wide.
Read MoreSince ancient times, Japanese culture has been closely connected with nature. Ikebana is a traditional floral custom in Japan using seasonal foilage and flora onately arranged for centuries. Floral artist Toru Watarai is keeping this beautiful art alive.
Read MoreThis iconic brand and hat has some of the best felt makers in the world. Meet the felt-making tradition behind Akubra Australia.
Read More
