fawn&forest

Shirin had me at the ruffles. As soon as I saw that detailing on her predominantly organic clothing collection, I was sold. I love Shirin's imagery (kissing birds!) and use of color. Super cool. Arty. Urban. Sweet. Thanks Shirin!

When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Wow, I actually have to think about. I think I wanted to dance or be a choreographer. It was only when my art teacher declared to me emphatically that I was an artist did it all became very clear to me what I wanted to do.

I love how you've taken the basic & added your own unique detailing; What is your background? What inspires you?
Thank you! I have studied different mediums throughout my schooling and professional career, such as fine art, illustration, printmaking, decorative painting and textile design. What I have learned is to be patient with the creative process, to always experiment and most importantly to be open to the mistakes because they always lead to the breakthroughs. The inspiration behind the collection is to take the idea of the everyday tshirt and make it something unique and different, a wearable piece or art.

What's happening? What does the rest of 2009 hold?
It has been a very exciting year so far. I have gotten great responses to my work which is always so fulfilling. I really love my new fall collection that is coming out and I am  working on designs for next spring to launch at the Bubble kids show.