Event coordinator and eco-conscious fashion upcycler, Grace Reeves, shares her favourite things for this month’s Pick Six.
Film
Admittedly, I don’t watch a lot of TV or movies as I prefer to be socialising, being in nature or creating. My favourite film is Cloud Atlas, even though I’ve only seen it once. It intertwines many different plots and genres, it took my breath away. I love it when a film finishes, leaving me stunned and speechless. That’s when I know it’s left a mark on me!
Book
It’s either One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest by Ken Kesey, or How Fascism Works by Jason Stanley. Because it’s less well-known, I must mention How Fascism Works, it educated me on how fascism transpires in different countries, and within different political eras. Certain features of fascism are scarily close to home; this book helps you identify it. I’m passionate that politics is about people, and should be accessible.
Song
Aguarela do Brasil by João Gilberto, Caetano Veloso and Gilberto Gil reminds me of one of the best days of 2020, which was in Bestwood Lodge’s Country Park with friends. One of my friends was playing this song while we sunbathed. Our day consisted of flicking through a Victor Vasarely book, and enjoying nature. This song introduced me to Brazilian music, which emanates peace, come rain or shine!
Notts food
Nottingham is overflowing with pizza spots, however my heart will always resonate with a small business above any franchise. Pizzamisu is SO GOOD for Neapolitan pizza! This is complimented by the wonderful staff and restaurant’s atmosphere, which is the closest thing we’ll ever get to immediate teleportation to Italy! Even the little Italian beers have photographs showing the small business’ team behind the brand (awh!). TREAT YOURSELF AND DINE IN!
Holiday Destination
My most recent trip was to Alpendorf, Austria, in February 2024, teaching children to ski with my twin, Alice. This photo shows the slope after it closes; the piste machines smooth the slopes for the next day into a crisp, corduroy stripe. We waited for the machines to drive away, so we could ski down the mountain on the perfect piste, while the sunset melted behind the horizon (*chef kiss*).
Notts Spot
Last year, I was introduced to Fishergate Point Studios when I was co-facilitating street decor workshops with Hockley Hustle. This building is jam-packed with creatives and events, and even has artist studios and recording studios. In FGP, I upcycle clothes, and also host my weekly event, Cherry On Top. Join us 3pm every Sunday for gigs, open mic and jamming - and it’s PAYF. Search EventBrite for Cherry On Top!
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