Field work

For example, a recent adventure to Prince Albert in the Klein Karoo helped inform this issue’s theme – Grow. I was invited to experience a happening of sorts, hosted and curated by my friend Frances van Hasselt – a true trailblazer in our design industry and around the world. She’s a fearless pioneer, creating magic wherever she goes. And this gathering was no exception (see p76). For one wondrous weekend, we were transported to another world, through walks in the veld, site-specific shows, studio sharing sessions, bread-breaking with new (and old) friends, all the while engaging in meaningful conversation and dialogue with our design community and friends. It was an invaluable gathering of minds that reminded me of the importance of friendship and community. Without them, there is nothing, and no way to be nurtured, supported or embraced, and no way to do so in return. It was a proud moment – not just as a friend, but also as editor of a title that has played a significant role in our industry: fostering (and growing) our design talent. Our friends. On that note, it’s time to smell the flowers and frolic in the fields with said friends. See you again in summer, for Volume 11.