Hi Friends! Sorry for my month long hiatus. Sometimes life just gets in the way, am I right!? I have been pretty busy – wedding season is upon me, and I have been busy designing. Thanks for all the emails…
A Golden Model for the T. Eaton Company
My Grandpa, Stanley Golden landed his first job when he was only three years old – as a child model for the T. Eaton Company (Winnipeg). I’m not completely sure of how he landed such a fashionable role, but I have…
Will the Real William Murdoch Please Stand Up
May I have your attention please? May I have your attention please? Will the real Will Murdoch please stand up? I don’t know about you, but I love the show “Murdoch Mysteries” on CBC. If you haven’t watched it – you…
“Dirty” Elva’s Molasses Cookies
My Nana and her sisters were excellent chefs and bakers. They hailed from the East Coast and could wow anyone with their hearty meals and delicious desserts. In my infinite wisdom of preserving these family recipes, I came up with the idea…
It’s not just a Wall, it’s our History
In recent news, Thunder Bay City Council decided to remove the historic High Street stone retaining wall and replace it with an artificial “rock face” at a mere $2.4 million price tag. Many citizens are divided on this issue; some defending…
It’s Pierogi, not Perogies
Warning, this is a public service announcement from Alex Inspired. I may lose or gain some readers depending on your perspective on what I have just written. Look here Thunder Bay, I have a bone to pick with you, and…
Hand me the Sargon, I’m out of Vodka and Metamucil
It’s been awhile since I’ve chatted about my latest genealogical discoveries, possibly because I came across an article which is undecidedly awkward? I don’t know much about Great Grandmamma Golden (I’ve been on a Downton fix, “grandmamma” sounds amazeballs to…
Nugent Street Neglect: The Abandoned Corner Cottage
26 Nugent Street boasts a little corner cottage, facing the McVicar Creek. This property sprawls two lots and has the most beautiful bricked barn with a bright green door. Sadly this home has seen better days, and better owners. We decided to…
Morgan’s School of Highland Dance
I love, love, love vintage/retro art! So when my dance studio *Morgan’s School of Highland Dance* asked me to create some posters, I jumped on it! Here are a few examples from the past year. If you’re looking for more…
70th Anniversary – Polish Combatant’s Association
2016 Marked the 70th Anniversary of the Polish Combatants’ Association. What is the Association? SPK (English Acronym) is an organization started by Polish Soldiers in exile when the Second World War ended. This group supported veterans all over the world,…
Logo Design – Bar Polonia
The Bar Polonia logo was created to entice patrons to visit the Legion’s bar. The logo illustrates a modern feel with a Polish twist. Client: Polish Combatants Association (SPK) Royal Canadian Legion Branch #219 Featuring: A traditional Goral Folk Dancer Seen…
Logo Design – Art In Motion Dance Instruction
My friend Shay recommended me to her future sister-in-law, Rachel. Rachel recently opened a brand new dance studio called Art in Motion, and was looking for a logo designed. The awesome thing about Rachel is, she had a clear vision…
