When we first landed in Australia, we had two toddlers, student visas, and that slightly wild feeling of starting again from zero. The whole idea was to reinvent ourselves: so here we are.
Blule was at the very beginning of its Australian chapter.
Then a little bit of family magic happened.
My husband’s cousin’s wife, Casey, was the official reseller of Uashmama paper bags in Australia: those gorgeous Italian paper bags that somehow look chic even when they’re carrying snacks and random life stuff. She asked me to illustrate their catalogue: dreamy scenes of Tuscany, the Australian shop, and of course the bags themselves.
It was my very first commissioned job in Australia, and I’ll always remember how symbolic it felt: a bridge between Europe and our new home. Italy on my brush, Australia outside the window. Like I was painting my way across the transition.
And honestly: it went smoothly. No drama, no endless back-and-forth: just that rare, lovely project energy where everything clicks and you feel useful again. Creative again. Like: ok, we’re going to be alright here.
At the end of it, Casey and I (and our husbands) got so excited that we decided to build something together: a little family brand called Charlie Green Studio. It doesn’t exist anymore, but I have zero regrets. It was one of those beautiful early chapters that teaches you what you value: good people, family good vibes, and making something with heart.
Uashmama catalogue pages:
Ready to Commission Your Own Piece?
This first commission marked the beginning of my journey in Australia, and I'd be curious and happy to create something meaningful with a human feel for your brand too.
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