Meet The Maker

The Hunting for George Meet the Maker Interview series is a fun and relaxed behind the scenes insight into people, their places and what they do. Showcasing their talents as well as seeing what makes them tick. From ‘What’s your party trick?” to “You’ve got a week off, where are you going?” we want to know where they are and how they got there. Check out our Architect Interviews, Artist Interviews, Author Interviews, Brand Interviews, Designer Interviews and Photographer Interviews.

Mishmash | Meet the Maker

Mishmash is a dream come true for a young girl who used to spend her free time around old paper and vintage office supplies in her grandfather’s office supply store. These roots have made Beatriz Barros a design and stationery…

Laura Blythman | Meet the Maker

This is a big call but Laura Blythman could quite possibly be the happiest person in the world. Her laughter and smile are infectious and her studio space is bursting at the seams with colour, card and fluro scrap paper. Laura…

James Lemon | Meet the Maker

For potter James Shaw, ceramics was not the original plan. After discovering his hidden talent for throwing clay, his company James Lemon (Formally known as Lemons Ceramics) was born, making one-of-a-kind glazed ceramic pieces for the home. From planters to…

Sarah Kelk | Meet the Maker

Founded by Sarah Kelk in 2011 and joined by her sister Helen Adam in 2013, Hello Polly (named after the pair’s grandmother) is a vibrant and creative homeware mecca thoughtfully curated to bring you unique and inspirational artwork and design.…

Pete Cromer | Meet the Maker

Pete Cromer is a designer, illustrator and happy art creator based on Victoria’s Surf Coast. With a keen eye for design and creativity, his distinctive style of painting involves a psychedelic combo of simplistic shapes and bright colours that represent either…

Maison Balzac | Meet the Maker

Fashion buyer turned candlemaker, Elise Pioch Balzac captures the essence of her childhood in the South of France for her signature collection of candles and glassware. Named after her grandfather, André Balzac, Australian based company Maison Balzac has greatly expanded since…

Basil Bangs | Meet the Maker

Basil Bangs is an Australian company born of a love for all things outdoors. What started as two mates re-designing the humble beach umbrella in 2010, Basil Bangs’ range of signature prints and well-crafted designer beach umbrellas protect and shade…

Yield Design Co | Meet the Maker

Established in San Francisco and now based in the historical coastal town of Saint Augustine, Yield Design Co. is an independent design house crafting new American standards. Yield was forged back in late 2012 when Andrew Deming and Rachel Gant met during their studies…

Good Thing NY | Meet the Maker

Good Thing is a NY-Based manufacturer of small objects and household accessories. Founded by Industrial Designer Jamie Wolfond in 2014, the company has quickly gained international attention for creating well-considered objects that are universally accessible. With a mission to restore…

Solid State | Meet the Maker

Born out of the never ending frustration of arriving at an event after a hard day at work, only to feel flustered and dishevelled. While ladies have the luxury of a handbag filled with perfumes, men were without a robust…