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Author: August-Phoenix-Mercantile

I'm a self taught textile artisan, working in rescued materials and found objects. I used to make hats, now I make other things. My designs are inspired by my travels, historical studies and customer requests.

My Travel Journals, Enhanced at GPSMyCity~

Some of you already know that travel has been intrinsic to my artistic work, and that I document my travels. Some of my journals are now available in enhanced format on GPSMyCity.

August-Phoenix-Mercantile Travels in France, Travels in Morocco 1 Comment December 10, 2025

Travel Enters a New Phase …

In a world driven by apps, there's a new kid on the block - a GPS-guided travel app called GPSMyCity. I am happy to announce that I am now a content contributor!

August-Phoenix-Mercantile Travels in France, Travels in Italy, Travels in Morocco Leave a comment October 3, 2025October 7, 2025

Ai, Rebel at the SAM…

I had never expected to see any of the works of Ai Weiwei, let alone in Seattle.  So I was thrilled to visit this exhibit when it came to Seattle.

August-Phoenix-Mercantile Travels in the USA 1 Comment April 28, 2025April 28, 2025

Bastide Saint Louis – The Director’s Cut…

A visit to Carcassonne should include both the Medieval city, and the Bastide Saint Louis, to get a balanced perspective of the city as a whole.

August-Phoenix-Mercantile Travels in France 2 Comments October 11, 2023September 29, 2025

Getting Schooled – The Director’s Cut…

Schooling at the Musee de l'ecole and Camp Medieval within the walled city of Carcassonne.

August-Phoenix-Mercantile Travels in France 2 Comments October 10, 2023October 4, 2023

Saint-Nazaire – The Director’s Cut…

Half Romanesque, half Gothic, Saint Nazaire is an architectural oddity among cathedrals and basilicas.

August-Phoenix-Mercantile Travels in France 3 Comments October 9, 2023October 9, 2023

The List Circuit – The Director’s Cut…

I walked the ramparts yesterday; today I walk the path between the two walls which is called the List Circuit.

August-Phoenix-Mercantile Travels in France 3 Comments October 8, 2023

A Museum Stop – The Director’s Cut…

I was prepared to visit Carcassonne as a museum unto itself. I would discover museums within the museum.

August-Phoenix-Mercantile Travels in France 4 Comments October 7, 2023October 4, 2023

The Ramparts – The Director’s Cut…

I toured the ramparts of Carcassonne to learn more about the defenses of the city, and for the exceptional views.

August-Phoenix-Mercantile Travels in France 3 Comments October 6, 2023September 29, 2025

Carcassonne Begins – The Director’s Cut…

I expected to find a walled castle filled with ruins. What I find is a living city, with hotels, restaurants, shops and even some cars...

August-Phoenix-Mercantile Travels in France 5 Comments October 5, 2023September 29, 2025

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