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I interviewed glassblower Sigrid Rostad and wrote an article about her work.

I wrote about Bo The Builder for Move Over Bob

I interviewed artisan woodworker Andreas Emanuel Söderlund for the design magazine Localfolk Bergen.

Ken Done is seen as one of Australia’s most famous artists and is recognised for his bright paintings which can be found in art museums around the world.
Done values free and unrestrained artistic expression. He once said, “In the times in which we live it is far too restricting to say that art can only be found in art galleries and not touch people's everyday lives…I want to use any means that are necessary to communicate to people what I feel about things. There are no rules. And if there a...

A modern and stylish hotel in the heart of Perth, the Westin hotel is still one of our most loved hotels in the city of Perth and is the ideal place for any luxury traveller. This lush five-star hotel boasts lush rooms, incredible culinary experiences, gorgeous views of the city from the outdoor rooftop pool and a luxurious, peaceful spa.
Situated in Perths CBD, The Westin is the perfect base from which to explore everything the city has to offer. The hotel is conveniently located just a ston...

I interviewed the owner of The Apothecary in Bergen and wrote a feature on the shop.

Editorial on Jessi Combs for Move Over Bob

Article for Move Over Bob

For almost a century, Hennig-Olsen Is has provided premium-quality ice cream from its factory in the south of Norway. The family-owned company has passed down its secret ice cream recipes for three generations, proudly delivering ‘the crème de la crème’ to ice cream-loving Norwegians and tourists alike.
Norwegians love ice cream; there’s no doubt about that. Norway is among the top-three countries in the world when it comes to ice cream consumption, with each Norwegian person eating on averag...

29|2 Aurland is a boutique hotel located in the picturesque Aurland in the heart of the fjord country, among the splendour of unspoilt nature. The family-run lodge has a unique and interesting history and offers a warm and welcoming home away from home for travellers.
29|2 Aurland is a true gem, located in a green valley beside the beautiful Aurland River, with cascading waterfalls and stunning mountains surrounding the historic farm. The owners, husband-and-wife team Bjørn and Tone Rønning V...

A look at the Estée Lauder empire - from humble beginnings to modern-day beauty powerhouse

'Soul like the genre, soul like the feeling.'

Caudalie is a French skincare company known for its beauty and skincare products focused on the nutrients and benefits of the grape. This internationally acclaimed French beauty brand has its roots on a family vineyard in Bordeaux.
Mathilde and Bertrand Thomas co-founded Caudalie after learning of the many benefits of grape seeds, which contain the most powerful antioxidants in the world. This husband and wife pair decided to utilize grapes, as well as other naturally sourced ingredients, to ...

For those of us committed to the best quality – high-end lipsticks are an absolute must, and we’re more than happy to flash the cash for the best lip products on the market.
But with all the incredible luxury lip products out there, and several companies competing to be the best in beauty, who is winning the upscale in the lipstick war?
Our beauty editors put the brands to the test and we consider the top luxury brands in the lipstick department to be Chanel, Gucci, Dior, Tom Ford and YSL. Th...

The Norwegian painter Henriette Emilie Finne has created a name for herself within the Scandinavian art world with her innovative style and sensibilities. The acclaimed visual artist with a colourful background has had almost 90 exhibitions so far, with new, separate exhibitions coming up this year in May and August.
A bright spark on the Norwegian art scene, Finne has been represented at several galleries in recent years, and her works have been purchased by several large companies. After ac...