Artist Interview: Rachel Burke in 28 Questions

HILLARY WALL

The Test Kitchen Team headed to local Brisbane artist and avid crafter, Rachel Burke‘s, Metro Arts studio and quizzed her on the fun nuances of life and creativity. Here’s Rachel Burke in 28 Questions…

1. 1. Yarn, Glitter or Tinsel?

      Oh, tinsel! … I do love yarn, do love glitter though. Maybe a 30, 30, 40 split?

1. 1. Pink or red?

      Pink!

1. 1. Spirit Animal?

      Dachshund.

1. 1. On a scale of 1-10, how are you excited for life right now?

      Oh gosh, like a 10!

1. 1. If you wrote a movie about your life, what would it be titled?

      Razzle Dazzle!

1. 1. Which tinsel jacket is your favourite?

      The one I’m wearing – love the neon.

1. 1. Heels or flats?

      Flatforms?

1. 1. Biggest fear?

      Mediocrity.

1. 1. Secret talent?

      “Broadwaaaayyyyy!” (sung in a stage voice).

1. 1. Define your style in three words.

      Cute. Out-there. Colourful.

1. 1. What is your favourite colour?

      Um… yellow.

1. 1. Coffee or tea?

      Tea.

1. 1. Totally inspired by…

      Bargain shops.

1. 1. Song you could listen to on repeat forever?

      Stay Just A Little Bit More by The Dø

1. 1. Can you show some of the tulle and glitter pieces?

      Oh yes, okay! Tulle and glitter – my beloved Poodle concoction as I call it. And here’s another poodle… still in the experimental phase.

1. 1. What topping do you put on a pizza?

      Pineapple and ham, Hawaiian style.

1. 1. Diamonds or pearls?

      Pearls.

1. 1. If you could play any instrument very well, what would you play?

      The piano.

1. 1. Last book that you read?

      Eggshell Skull by Bri Lee

1. 1. On a scale of 1-10, how good is your memory?

      Oh, clearly like a five! I actually tell my friends I have short term memory loss on the reg.

1. 1. Can you show me where you work?

      I usually work over here… right here!

1. 1. To be or not to be?

      To be.

1. 1. Tattoos or piercings?

      Ahh… tattoos. Though I don’t have any, and I would like one.

1. 1. Who should everyone be following right now?

      Ooh, that’s a toughie. I would say Minna Gilligan because she’s got a really great vibe.

1. 1. Wine, Beer, Bubbles or Water?

      Bubbles.

1. 1. Madonna or Cher?

      Cher!

1. 1. Avo toast or Vegemite toast?

      Avo toast.

1. And anything else? I don’t have any more questions.

   I think that’s it!

More inspiration from Rachel:

Website: shoprachelburke.com
Instagram: @imakestagram