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Every few weeks we put out a great blog post to share insightful interviews with many of the makers who take place in our market!

Meet Art Upmarket Retailer and Timber Craftsman Neil Turner

March 28, 2019

Art Upmarket retailer and timber craftsman Neil Turner has been crafting wood for over 40 years and is internationally recognised for his fine timber sculptures and furniture. Central to his creation process is allowing the material to inform the final piece, whether it is the shape or grain of the timber. Every piece reflects his careful consideration of shape, material, functionality and beauty.

10 things for creative businesses to get right on a Facebook page

March 6, 2019

We recently performed some Facebook page reviews for the members of our Growth Quarters Mastermind and noticed a few common things that creatives and handmade businesses could improve on in the way they use a Facebook business page to promote their products. If you’ve got a Facebook business page (and if not – why not?), then here are ten things to make sure you’re getting right.

TURNER + TURNER the Perth Upmarket retailer creating ethical masterpieces from breathtaking Australian timber

Nov. 19, 2018

For those who have been coming to Perth Upmarket for a number of years there is no way you will have made your way around the makers market without stopping at the TURNER + TURNER stall. Their eye catching limited edition homeware timber designs simply stop you in your tracks with awe and wonder filling your senses. With an aesthetic that focuses on modern clean, simple lines their pieces truly enhance the natural beauty of Western Australian timber.

Creative conversations – Upmarket retailer Sunbella – Australia’s favourite designer of sun umbrellas

Nov. 11, 2018

Finding the perfect gift at for someone that has everything can sometimes be a challenge. Wouldn’t it be nice to give that treasured female in your life a little something they can use all Summer long? Meet Upmarket retailers Jillian and Casey from Sunbella, two Perth ladies on a mission to protect the beautiful skin on WA’s women.

Creative Conversations: Perth Upmarket chats to Hangdog creator Meg

Nov. 6, 2018

Meet Perth Upmarket retailer Meg Anderson, the creative artist behind Hangdog. Meg creates charismatic warm and witty artworks featuring playful, lopsided, sad, whimsical and loopy dogs.

Creative Conversations: Meet Rocky the creative behind ROXTA

Oct. 30, 2018

One of the unique things about Perth Upmarket is the community we have built with our customers over the past ten years and from all our conversations at Upmarket we know how much you love hearing the stories behind the creatives. So it is our pleasure to introduce to you Rocky the creative behind ROXTA the Perth brand “Changing the world one t-shirt at a time!”

Meet Organic Cotton Pajamas Designer- Cliveden Collection

Oct. 23, 2018

Introducing Perth Upmarket exclusive retailer, Cliveden Collection, Perth’s ethical luxe lounge and organic sleepwear/ pajama brand. We caught up with Olivia the founder of Cliveden to chat more about her passion for quality organic clothing.

Case Study – Guide Dogs WA “Pup Art Exhibition” Launch, Perth Art Upmarket

Oct. 18, 2018

We were thrilled to partner with Guide Dogs WA to launch their exhibition “Pup Art” at our inaugural Perth Art Upmarket. Like the Pop Art movement of the 1950s, the Pup Art exhibition made reference to popular culture, mass production, comic book heroes, the everyday and the kitsch. Pup Art celebrated the history of the Guide Dogs WA coin collection dogs and the life changing impact of a Guide Dog on person with low vision.

Case Study – Jacksons Drawing Supplies, Perth Art Upmarket

Oct. 18, 2018

Perth Art Upmarket was delighted to partner with Jacksons Drawing Supplies for our inaugural Art Upmarket at UWA. The partnership provided Jacksons with unique marketing opportunities and exposure to a significant database of highly engaged artists and art lovers.

Creative Conversations: Perth Upmarket Welcomes SubZero Gelato

Sept. 3, 2018

Join us in welcoming SubZero Gelato to Perth Upmarket. Founder and Gelato Chef Janneke reveals the story behind SubZero Gelato

Creative Conversations: Perth Upmarket meets Bold Activewear

Aug. 30, 2018

Introducing Perth Upmarket retailer Bold Activewear – a brand born out of an urge to create affordable, fashionable, and comfortable activewear for women of all shapes and sizes.

Art Upmarket – How To Hang Art

Aug. 27, 2018

So you’ve purchased that perfect piece of art you’ve been searching for, at Perth Art Upmarket but now your home you’re feeling a little unsure about how to hang it.