Homage to the Pencil

In 2017 I was honored to collaborate with Rory Sparks, a talented book maker in Portland, Oregon.Below is a description of the project. Images of the project are by Rory.

Nº2 Deluxe Set | An Homage to the Pencil

A limited edition, fine art fragrance collaboration conceived by ersatz librarian, Rory Sparks of the Working Library and blended by the lovely and talented, Catherine Haley Epstein. A collaboration combining a love for scents and pencils—a one of a kind homage to a favorite studio tool.

The Deluxe Set includes 7.5 ml of the handcrafted fragrance, a pencil with a custom message, handmade box, and a letterpress insert with a drawing from the artists. 

Notes on Conceptual Fragrance 

This scent was designed to honor the pencil. Like a pencil it is sharp, may be used as an under layer and blends in with just about everything. Yellow paint, splintered wood and metallic graphite serve as the springboards. The scent is made entirely of natural components of trees, leaves and citrus.

There is still a small amount of the juice left, and as woods do, it has turned into a fine vintage scent, still as exciting as it was with some softer edges. Be in touch if you would like to experience it.