Istanbul
A trip to Istanbul – 2017
After a two years gap, we were back in Istanbul again for a week. As always the town is warm and welcoming to visitors, and there is a lot to…
Bole Piroćanac,
Bole Pirocanac, a pottery maker in Belgrade, Serbia
Bosko Petrovic, called Bole - Piroćanac, was born in 1940, and has been working since the age of twelve. As many pottery masters in Serbia, he comes from Pirot, eastern…
The Shepherd’s Bush Market, West London – Now and Then
The Shepherds Bush Market is more than hundred years old street market and historical landmark within the West London community. Intrigued by the vibrancy and multicultural dimension of this community…
Time matters – A traditional watch repair shop in Belgrade
Looking for old craft places in Belgrade, I have passed by this little watch repair shop located in Stari Grad. Petar Pavic, an expert in the art of repairing old…
Traditional Bookbinding in Belgrade
Another great discovery in the heart of Belgrade, located in Gospodar Jevremova 63, Dorcol. A family own boutique bookbinder (Knjigovezac), run by Dusan and his father Svetislav, offering traditional and…
The last standing perfumery in Belgrade
“Smell is a patent wizard that transports you across the thousands of miles and all the years you have lived…” Helen Keller During my visits to Belgrade, I often pass…
Master of the Game – Violin Designers in Belgrade
During our stay in Belgrade over Christmas holidays, we made the wonderful discovery of Zorislav and Maja Fajndovic, violins makers. They have started the business “Master of the Game” in…
A Little Blue Crafts Shop in Belgrade
This April in Belgrade I come across a small boutique shop for making brushes and decorative objects located in the very centre of the city. This family business, opened in…