Through the looking glass.

Here is a peek into my leather maker's studio. In the heart of Sydney, he's been located in this dusty old building for almost 40 years now after immigrating from Sicily. Some things never change. I've been working with him for 4 years now, starting off as an apprentice to the master and learning European techniques in leather and tailoring. Everything I know about leather comes from this man. He's been a tailor for as long as he can remember, specialising in motorcycle jackets and handbags. He would help me during my days at East Sydney, staying up and finishing strict deadlines while he'd calmly tell me stories behind the beautiful Italian operas we would listen to for hours. Soon he will retire. He is probably one of the last original craftsman of this industry.