VI Headliner – Elegant Musings

VI Headliner Elegant Musings is back again with a deeper look in to the mind behind the whimsical creatures and fabulous artwork.

I asked Casey a few questions about her artwork, inspiration and more. Head over to her slice of heaven via the web for a wonderful new art print, just released.

1. What inspires your creativity?
    If I could break it down into a simple list, that would be easy! At the risk of sounding cliché, life inspires me! Friends who blog about their quest for an artful lifestyle, bits and pieces of vintage lace, window shop displays (especially those in antique stores!), cloud formations, good food, antique clothing, old photographs, artist I admire… I pretty much gather ideas all the time, through everything I read, see or hear! Music, I do have to say, has played a large role in inspiring me–such a great mood-setter!

2. How does vintage play a role in your designs?
    Vintage plays an enormous role! I have always been drawn to “old fashioned” things. I was lucky to have a mother who valued antiques and grew up in a house with old things all around. My grandparents were also antique dealers for several decades, so going over to their house was always loads of fun!! I try to capture the whimsical nature of vintage items; they always have a look about them like they’ve got lots of exciting stories hidden away! I also use many vintage bits and scraps in the accessories I create; antique lace and old buttons are my favorite components.

3. What does indie mean to you?
    Indie means something that was created by someone who isn’t sitting in a workroom somewhere, designing a product line for a manufacturer. It has a human, handcrafted element that lends a certain charm to it (that mass produced tries to emulate and so often lacks). Indie is about supporting smaller designers who strive to inject personality and their unique vision into their creations! And so often indie marches to the beat of its own drum… which I just love! There is no “right” or “wrong” style, look or fashion; all creative expression is valid and worth while!

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