ROSIE
Sup! Here's where we introduce you to our brilliant team, the TEN OF CLUBS COLLECTIVE.
Under the spotlight this time is our rodent-loving, Japanophile, tattooist, artist and designer, Rosie. For rats, slugs, dogs and Crocs, read on!
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Please introduce yourself.
Hello, I’m Rosie. I’m 26 and I’m an artist and designer at TEN OF CLUBS.
What do you do when not designing for TEN OF CLUBS?
I’m also an apprentice tattoo artist. I work at a great studio, Nevermore, in Daventry. I’ve been training since November 2021. I love it!
Which is your favourite TOC item?
It’s between the Wave Hoodie and the Wave Beanie. Wearing both is definitely the look. Our hoodie’s are really comfy.
What other brands do you like?
Carhartt WIP is definitely my favourite, but I also love Stussy, Dickies, Lazy Oaf, Kickers, HUF, and Santa Cruz. So many.
What’s your favourite item of clothing you own?
Do you want me to be honest? Yes? My Crocs! I know, but sometimes you have to put comfort before style.
Where do you get the ideas from for the wall art you paint?
Ideas normally just pop into my head during the day.
Sometimes I’ll think of something that would look amazing on a skateboard. Sometimes it’ll be something that would work better as an art print, a tattoo, or on a t-shirt. I get a lot of inspiration from nature.
A lot of your work has a Japanese flavour.
Well, that’s because I love Japan and its culture. I’ve only been there once, back in 2018, but all I can say is it was amazing! Everyone needs to go, at least once.
It’s an absolutely beautiful country and everyone is just so bloody lovely there. The shrines, temples, and scenery are incredible.
I also went to Universal Studios in Osaka. Still the best day of my life!
What TV shows are you into?
There are so many. Brooklyn 99, The IT Crowd, and Fresh Meat are all top tier.
I also rewatch the old classics: Bottom, The Young Ones, Black Books, and Red Dwarf.
Do you have any phobias or irrational fears?
Yes, slugs. They’re disgusting, pointless, and ugly.
What would you rate 10 out of 10?
My beautiful dog, Cherry. She’s a collie crossed with a Labrador, with a bit of German shepherd thrown in. She’ll be 11 in July.
She loves everyone – well, humans; she can’t stand other dogs. She’s very chilled till she sees someone walking their dog, then she kicks off!
I used to have pet rats, but not now. I might get some again, one day.
Tell us about rats.
Rats make great pets. They’re very affectionate, especially the girls, and they eat anything. Literally, anything! But they do need a lot of attention and fussing.
They’re also smart. They soon learn who you are. They’ll greet you when you get home. I’ve had 8 rats in total: Luna, Lola, Lucy, Ellie, Annie, Peggy, Terrance, and Phillip. Not all at the same time, you understand.
The most was 4 at one time. Rats are prone to getting cancer, so they’d start dying off after 2 or 3 years. Terrance and Phillip were the last two. All the girls had died by then. You do not want to mix the girls and boys!
Little Ellie died in my arms. She was sick and I’d spent several days giving her water from a syringe. It was the only way she could drink. It was very upsetting watching her die. I have a tattoo of Ellie on my leg.
How many tattoos do you have?
Lots! Too many to count. I’d say probably 50 or 60, at a guess. Still plenty of room for more. My favourite’s the crocodile head on my leg. I love that one.
What’s the best way to start the day?
Cuddles with my dog.
Who’s your go-band band or artist when you can’t decide what to listen to?
Turnstile. Awesome hardcore punk band. If you don’t know them, listen to 'Time & Space'. It’s an amazing album.
And what’s your proudest achievement?
Sticking to what I want and pushing myself each day to be a better artist. Anything is possible.
Damn straight. The interrogation is over. Anything you'd like to add?
I’ve been working on new designs for our new collection of art prints. I hope people will like them. I think they will. Follow us on Instagram to stay in the know!
May 2022
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Up Close & Personal
MEET THE COLLECTIVE
Skev
"Hi, I’m Skev. I’m 26. I’m the founder, creative director and co-owner of TEN OF CLUBS. I'm also a designer, photographer, and sometimes one of our models. No two days are the same."
For unpronounceable place names, hazardous hitchhiking, near-death experiences and short-lived fish, read the interview with Skev.
Rosie
"Hello, I’m Rosie. I’m 26 and I’m an artist and designer at TEN OF CLUBS. I’m also an apprentice tattoo artist. And I do a cheeky shift behind the bar at my local pub on a Sunday afternoon."
For rats, slugs, dogs and Crocs, read the full interview with Rosie.
To hear Rosie's favourite melodic hardcore bangers, check out her playlist.
Charlie
"Hi, I’m Charlie. I’m 22 years old and, for the star sign people, I’m a Virgo. I’m a model for TEN OF CLUBS. As well as getting my photo taken, I help out with packing orders, stocktaking, and stuff like that."
For garlic tendrils, sexy boots, and a 3-legged princess, read the no-holds-barred interview with Charlie.
Jess
"Hey, I'm Jess. I create artwork for TEN OF CLUBS. I'm a graphic designer by trade. When I’m not at my desk for work, I love drawing. It’s like therapy for my busy mind."
For festival tinnies, 17th century art, fairground vomit, and pricks in BMWs, read the full interview with Jess.
For angsty tunes handpicked by Jess, check out her playlist.
Matt
"Hello, I’m Matt. I'm operations manager and co-owner here at TEN OF CLUBS. I do the nitty-gritty jobs that keep the show on the road. If it involves design or creativity, someone else does it."
For giant spiders, bird-based superstitions, near-death experiences, and a whiff of Dettol, read the interview with Matt.
To hear Matt's eclectic musical choices, check out his playlist.
Tyler
"I'm Tyler. I'm 26. Yeah, short and sweet. What do I do at TEN OF CLUBS? Anything you all want me to. I mean, I’m adaptable: modelling, packing orders, stocktaking, you name it, it’s all good."
For bad movies, great takeaway, oil paintings and architecture-loving dictators, read the full interview with Tyler.
To hear Tyler's surprising musical selection, check out his playlist.
Andy
"Hi. My name's Andy. I’m 31 and I'm a photographer for TEN OF CLUBS. It’s awesome! I find portrait and fashion photography so exciting."
For nose picking, navel fluff, incredible landscapes, and nine-inch grinders, check out the full interview with Andy.
To hear what Andy's been pouring in his earholes, listen to his playlist.
Jordan
Jordan is still steadfastly refusing to be interviewed. We've tightened the thumb screws and ratcheted up the genital cuff; he won't hold out much longer. Check back here soon.
Romany
"Hey, I’m Romany. I’m 24 and I’m one of the designers here at TEN OF CLUBS. I do a lot of freehand sketching and digital design. I also do screen printing, as well as pitching in with whatever else needs doing to get orders out the door and keep customers happy."
For broken bones, oversized knitwear, pickled chillies, and petrichor, read the full interview with Romany.
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