News... Its Rather Big!

It is just over a month ago that I was discussing the Collect show at Saatchi and since then I haven't published a jot - how time flies when there is lots to do! I have been busy working on several new projects and in an effort to bring them to fruition I have just been keeping my head down and working as much as I physically can - and thoroughly enjoying it too!

First project in line for readiness is a brand new website, one which I am working hard to make fabulous, and will be much more of a forum for all things art and vintage. Discussions on style, interiors, making, exhibitions, events will be happening - pretty much everything I am usually jabbering about, but much bigger and better! I am also really pleased to be able to confirm some guest writings from a selected few brilliant people on the scene- so I hope that I have managed to sufficiently wet your appetite for the launch over the coming weeks.
Stay tuned on Facebook and Instagram for upcoming dates, or get in touch if you would like to get involved.

Happy Sunday!....

Homage: Wolf & Moon

OK so you know that I love, love to share what and who I know about designers, makers, artists - creative people doing cool stuff - right? The thing is since I discovered this absolutely gorgeous jewellery brand I have found myself jealously guarding it as a treasured secret. Two reasons; one, I should not alert my loved ones to this brand so that I can spend the rest of the year buying all my gifts for them from Wolf & Moon, and two...because I want it all to myself! (I do realise that point one and point two dont really correlate, I really do). Wolf and Moon is the brilliant work of Hannah Davis, and is based in Hackney, London. What might be at present a modest size company, is I am sure destined for world domination.

Kaleidoscope Necklace

Crystallized Earrings

I cant quite  remember how I stumbled across this brand, and I immediately purchased a necklace and a pair of earrings. And this wont be the last purchase, of this I am sure. 

I actually find it really hard to find jewellery that I like which is also less than my years salary, and these pieces are affordable and yet so well made and presented. I am hoping I can persuade them to accept a commission for a brooch or two....

I leave you with a couple more lush images from their site, prepare to fall in love.....

Sun Burst Bangle

Crystal Collar Necklace 

Coffee Morning

Much of my work is triggered by small things in daily life, things that are emotive or are an everyday activity - walking down the street, writing a letter. A still life from the kitchen table.

Mixed media collage unique piece, also reproduced as a greetings card - in the shop!

Art Flea

This weekend we showcased some items from the new collection at the bizarre bazaar event Art Flea - a very cool weekender event. The Stroud Goods Shed was full of really exciting artists and events, and although I didnt get to really see much of it as I was working my own stand, what I did see was fantastic. A big thanks to all who came and participated in my photo booth!

We set up a Photo Shop where we took portraits, using hand-drawn wallpaper and props

My stand - we had lots of stripey jumpers as our mascots

Some rather lovely Lady K Loves popcorn roller girls sitting for me!

A sneak peek at what is next up - new collection! - more on that coming up very soon!....

Photo Shop

So Art Flea is only a few days away (as if you needed reminding, I just know that you are all perched on the edge of your seats in anticipation!) and apart from showcasing my work on the 18th I will also be manning a photo station of sorts, where you can have your potrait taken with me, illustration style!
What does this really mean Sarika? Well, it means stepping in to big sketchbook page, attaching your chosen features and adopting a speech bubble or two- depending on what you want to express of course- as that's what it's all about. It means -in short- becoming one of my characters.

To take part is FREE, and no appointment necessary. This is chance to get involved with my work, have a bit of fun, get a great image for you to enjoy- and maybe walk away with a tear drop or two!

Vintage Collar . Blouse and skirt- made by me

Vintage Collar
Dress - models own. Turban - a sample

All collars - www.sarikathakorlal.com

Turban - www.sarikathakorlal.com

Orange vintage dress - models own

Black blouse, white vest and black skirt - made by me

New Look!

Read all about it! My website has got a whole new look! 

I don't there's any such thing as 'finished' when it comes to websites - things just change too much for them to be a static presentation of a person's work - but hey, that's a good thing! There's a new layout and new imagery, but there's still lots more goodness to come, so I'm looking forward to 'unveiling' it as things come together. In the mean time I hope you enjoy the new stock images, and get a sneak peek of my new surface designs - these form the backdrop of some of the greetings cards!

Toodlepip!

Who me? Apparently nobody says 'Dear' anymore except for me and OAPs. Is this true? I think it a most romantic, endearing sort of term. I used details from my own minty 1950s spectacles for this one and did several drafts in order to try and try and capture the right feeling with the right lines.....

  

Available in the shop