Authenticity versus the 'pre-packaged aesthetic'

At The Freckled Lounge we promote the spirit of original art, design and craft. Whether a signature on an art work, traces of a brush stroke or cutting tool, or ever so subtle surface textures and variations, these are the personal markings of makers. These elements reflect artists expressions, adding value to their work and providing the means with which artists connect and communicate directly with us.

The Freckled Lounge stands out amidst the ubiquity of retail outlets promoting mass produced items for consumer households. Who would have thought that within the world of art and design, imagination would be in short supply? This is the case though with so much art that looks like art readily available through corporate art galleries, filling the halls of home and gift trade shows and retail homeware chains.