Eco Supporters.....

Our much loved BrisStyle Indie Eco Market just wouldn't be complete without our handmade eco lovin' supporters.

Our friends from peppermint magazine will be setting up shop on Saturday to sell collector's editions of the magazine as well as taking new subscriptions.  The perfect Christmas gift idea we think! One lucky market visitor could also WIN a subscription to the fabulous fresh, green, fashion magazine that is peppermint.  To win, all you need to do is pop along to the BrisStyle promo table and vote for your favourite Eco marketeer or product. Easy Peasy!

The lovely ladies and gents from Reverse Garbage will also be coming along on the day with a stash of eco crafting supplies in tow. Up-cycled Christmas decorations perhaps? The Reverse Garbage elves have been busy making decorations for their Christmas tree, so inspiration will be plentiful.

We would also like to say a big green thank-you to Brisbane City Council for supporting three of the 'Make and Take' Workshops that will be happening on the day: Rags to Roses, Origami and make your own Cactus Pincushion.  If you missed out on nabbing a spot in one of these great workshops you won't want to miss tomorrow's post which has a run down on all of the other eco activities that will be happening on the day.

BrisStyle Indie Eco Market

Saturday, November 12

9.00am - 2.00pm

St. Augustine's Church Hall & Grounds

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

Creative Spotlight Events

The Brisbane creative scene has come of age and we are revelling in the variety of events and workshops now on offer to nurture creative business.

Over the coming weeks, Queensland Arts Council, Creative Generator SEQ and Brisbane City Council will present a series of ‘Creative Spotlight’ networking events across Brisbane on Wednesday 26th October and Wednesday 2nd November 2011. 

At both events, the spotlight will be shone on 4 artists and arts organisations who are leaders in their field and give them an opportunity to give those attending some insight into their creative journey. What was there path? How did they turn a creative concept into a reality? Did they get a lucky break or was it just hard work and a passion for their artform? You will also have the opportunity to ask each speaker questions during a special Q&A following each presentation.
The evenings will also be an opportunity to network with artists and arts workers from across the city.
Events will be webcast via www.flyingarts.org.au/ChannelV3

:: Creative Spotlight Event - 26th October ::
Location: Sherwood Neighborhood Centre – 38 Thallon Street, Sherwood
Date: Wed 26th October 2011
Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm

Speakers
Liesel Zink – Choreographer www.lieselzink.com
Rebecca Cason – BrisStyle www.bris-style.com
Dr Robert Davidson – Topology www.topologymusic.com
Erika Scott – Accidentally Annie Street Artist Run Initiative www.accidentallyanniestreet.com

:: Creative Spotlight Event - 2nd November ::
Location: Zillmere PCYC – Cnr Zillmere & Church Rd, Zillmere
Date: Wed 2nd November 2011
Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm

Speakers
Daniele Constance – Suitcase Rummage / Creative Producer www.suitcase-rummage.blogspot.com
Zane Trow – MAAP / Access Arts / Creative Producer www.maap.org.au
Andrew Gibbs – Human Ventures www.human.org.au
Deb Wilks – Flipside Circus www.flipsidecircus.org.au

All events are FREE but registration is required so please click here to register. If you come along to the 26th October event you will be able to catch our very own BrisStyle President, Rebecca Cason, talking all things BrisStyle!

Introducing.....Bambino Bazaar

We're really excited about Bambino Bazaar, a Pineapple Productions initiative to grow seedling handmade businesses in a community market business garden!

Bambino Bazaar is a 10-week course for junior creative entrepreneurs to learn the basics of small business through hand-crafted enterprise that culminates in running their own stall at a real live market. Designed specifically for 8-12 year olds, it is their goal to develop Bambino Bazaar into a regular feature on cultural calendars throughout South East Queensland.

Originating in Ipswich, Bambino Bazaar is getting set to take on Brisbane with the support of the Brisbane City Council in association with BrisStyle. In particular, a host of talented BrisStyle members will be mentoring the Bambino's as well as offering other valuable resources and skills.

You'll find our new friends from Bambino Bazaar at Saturday's BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market with their latest handmade projects on display. So please stop by and find out what makes Brisbane's newest handmade entrepreneurs tick and how you can support them through your own creativity!  In the meantime if you have a budding entrepreneur at home aged from 8-12 then get on board the Bambino express and enrol them in these upcoming FREE courses.

 

IPSWICH

Tuesdays 11 Oct – Tue 13 Dec weekly 3.30pm-5.30pm
APPLY FOR IPSWICH

KENMORE

Wednesdays 12 Oct – 14 Dec weekly 3.30pm-5.30pm
APPLY FOR KENMORE

MT OMMANEY

Thursdays 13 Oct – 15 Dec weekly 3.30pm-5.30pm
APPLY FOR MT OMMANEY

To book contact: Lorelle on 0407 118 180
Email: bambinobazaar@gmail.com
For more information contact: Kerryanne on 0417 731 641

Art Bites.....

We're so chuffed to announce that BrisStyle has won the support of Brisbane City Council via their amazing Art Bites program.  You may have noticed the little hint we dropped a few posts back when we announced that our next two BrisStyle Information Sessions would be supported by this very program!

Today, we're really exicted to announce that Art Bites will also be supporting three creative workshops at our upcoming BrisStyle Indie Eco Market on Saturday, November 12. So read on and get ready to book your spot:

Eco Workshop :: Rags to Roses

Make and take a unique statement piece of fabulous wearable art using recycled fabric and materials…plus…tips and tricks for extending your repertoire of eco-friendly hand-made.

Facilitator: Steph Morris from Wimcee
What: At the BrisStyle Indie Eco Market

When: Saturday, Nov 12, 2011, 10.00 – 11.00am
Where:St Augustine's, Hamilton

Eco Workshop :: Origami

Learn how to make eco origami models using pre-loved & salvaged papers. From traditional cranes to more curious objects this course is not just for the girls ... samurai warriors used to make small origami models too!

Facilitator: Gill Pyke from Catamation

What: At the BrisStyle Indie Eco Market

When: Saturday, Nov 12, 2011:: 11.00am – 12.00 noon 

Where:St Augustine's, Hamilton

Eco Workshop :: Cactus Pincushion

Create a quirky cactus pincushion from salvaged felt, eco-friendly toy filling, pins and vintage buttons. No need to water, and perfect for black thumbs!

Facilitator: Teneale Muir from Wicked Child Designs

What: At the BrisStyle Indie Eco Market

When: Saturday, Nov 12, 2011, 12.00 noon - 1.00pm
Where: St Augustine's, Hamilton

You may also be interested in the below workshop which is being run by BrisStylette Trish, from TrishAlan Designs, as part of the Art Bites program:

 

 

Kumihimo :: The Art of Samurai Braiding

Kumihimo is a Japanese form of braid making used by samurai warriors. Awaken your inner warrior when you learn two braid techniques.

Facilitator: Trish Goodfield from TrishAlan

When: Saturday, October 15, 2011, 10am – 12pm

Where: Bracken Ridge Hall, Bracken Ridge

:: Booking Information ::

All bookings for the above events must be done through qtix.

Bookings Open: Monday, 19th September

Bookings are Essential: call qtix on 136 246