EDITION M:A_20
Cover Photo: Gretal Warner — ©Jim Lyons
editors note:
TATTOOS, CELLS AND A COLOURFUL WORLD
Here we go then. We are at the dawn of a new decade and there are lots of scary happenings in the world. But there are plenty of things we can do to keep positive and stay safe; mainly they revolve around reading this magazine and going out in Kent… but first, some housekeeping.
Team ‘cene are proud to announce that as part of our 2020 vision (nice, right?) we have become a bi-monthly magazine, meaning you will be able to pick up a new issue every two months.
As part of this year’s changes, we felt it was important to make the move to a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly product by using FSC-certified paper.
Further, the magazine is printed using a carbon-neutral printer and biodegradable inks… so recycle this magazine when you are finished with it!!!
Also, watch out for the new Boutilliers x ‘cene Beer coming this MAR/APR (2020)!
On to this edition, we have got so much for you lucky people, including an interview with the man behind fashion brand Ocularis, self-reflection with artist Gretel Warner, finding a path with musician Will Whisson, creating a destination with The Hot Tin in Faversham, getting colourful with the Sister Joan salon, celebrating as Dreamland turns 100, tasting chilli sauces and the brewing up a buzz for the new Kent Coffee Festival.
Let’s begin.
Joe
Editor
M:A_20 FEATURES
The relationship between British Maritime and Skin illustration is explored as the ‘British Tattoo art revealed’ exhibition sails into Chatham’s historic dockyard
From spider-inspired venom chilli dip to Reaper- and Naga-packed hot sauces, we feature the spiciest selections burning Kent tastebuds
A jewel in the north of Thailand, Chiang Mai has got it right, using its characteristics to attract travellers without succumbing to the tourist trail.
Wannabe pilot turned train driver Toby Trice is targeting the Le Mans 24 Hours race on a very different type of track
Artist Gretel Warner uses her art to work to challenge her own anxieties and a social media obsessed society
With new wave flair and punk attitude, Sister Joan aims to rid mundane from your mane
The Hot Tin in Faversham is bringing untold creativity to the county with its international acts and dedication to fresh performance
Will Whisson would doubtless baulk at being described as a ‘novelty act’, writes Andy Gray. But he’s a rare creature nonetheless – a singer-songwriter that’s heroically committed to paying his dues in pursuit of success.
Photographer Abigail Harris has let the live music scene in Kent be her muse as the Tonbridge shutterbug adjusts the lenses to the beat
Sandwich’s ShedCreative has been commissioned to illustrate some of the world’s biggest sports stars
Dreamland celebrates 100 years with a huge programme of events bringing the likes of Fatboy Slim, Madness, Annie Mac, De La Soul, Sister Sledge, Craig Charles and Camp Bestival to the seaside
As holiday to Greece has been a British staple for many years, but unlike their Mediterranean counterparts, like the Italians and the Spanish, the food of this gorgeous country perhaps isn't as widely understood. But just like Hermes (the God, not the distribution company), we are here to deliver you more Greek knowledge than Plato and Socrates put together.
Having tuned his depth of vision in the fashion industry for a decade, Canterbury’s Nick Biela has altered his focus to new brand, Oculāris, writes Joe Bill
Rob Hakimian, music columnist for ‘cene, Quietus, Dazed and DIY, casts his eye over the ones to watch in Kent
Latest
Whitstable musician releases ‘Wild Goose Chasers’ and new single ‘Why?’
Medway artist Gabi Almeida tells the story of how her music career was cut short, only for a new world of creativity to flourish