Happy Fathers Day
Father's Day is a time to honour and appreciate the incredible contributions and sacrifices that fathers make for their families. It's a day to express our love, gratitude and admiration for the men who have played a pivotal role in shaping our lives.
We caught up with four creative dads from our community on the challenges and profound love that define fatherhood.
Jason & Ra
Jason Woodside is a visual artist & devoted father.
Jason’s most iconic work finds itself on city walls around the world. Jason wears our Joey biker jacket, Serif tank, Last Resort eyewear & Falling Cross necklace.
https://www.instagram.com/jasonwoodside/
https://www.jasonwoodside.com/
What’s your best piece of advice for new fathers?
"Patience, selflessness, unconditional love & grace. Be loyal and faithful to their wives. Treat them as a queen. Be a good example to their children."
While we’re on the subject of advice, what’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?
"You have 18 summers to RIP, do it all."
Who inspires you as a father?
"My dad, my grandfather, my brother and my homies."
How has being a father influenced you and your perspective on life?
"So much more love. It taught me selflessness and focus.
Enjoy every minute."
What’s the hardest thing about being a father?
"They get older every day."
What’s your favourite part about being a father?
"Cuddles"
When you look at your kid/s, what parts of you do you see in them?
"Modesty, grace & awareness."
What surprised you most about being a father?
"How much you could love someone."
Patch & Rocky
Tim & Penelope
"Be present and loving to your partner. Mums have it a lot harder than us dads. So prioritise them. Your relationship is just as important as your relationship with your kids and your kids will be better off for it."
How has being a father influenced your perspective on life?
"It's completely changed my priorities in life. It’s been a huge ego check, there is so much you don’t know and can’t control and you have to be prepared to change how you think and how you react to situations outside of your control. Don’t sweat the small stuff. "
What's the hardest thing about being a dad?
"The hardest part for me is leaving for work in the morning. I love my work but I hate missing out on time with my family."
Top picks from our Father's Day gift guide?
"The shot glasses and the Last Resort sunglasses in black. Can’t go wrong with shots and a good pair of sunnies."
What's your favourite part about being a dad?
"That there is this little mini person that thinks you’re the actual bee's knees. They are a tiny best friend and there is nothing they want more than to spend time with you. It’s the best feeling in the world!"
Joseph & River
Joseph Leary is a Filmmaker & devoted father to Moana, Jasper & River. Loving husband to Morgan Leary. They live in a little 70’s house on the river Te Wai O Pareira. Joseph wears our Velvet Underground tee, Nevada eyewear, Falling Cross & Baby Dont Go necklace.
https://www.instagram.com/josephleary/
What's your best piece of advice for new fathers?
"New moms need a lot of sleep - and it really does take a village, the sooner you know that the easier it can be. "
Who inspires you as a father?
"My creative dad's friends - filmmakers, artists and musicians who include their families in their creative practice. That’s the stuff I really love in our family too."
How has being a father influenced your perspective on life?
"It’s taught me patience, compassion and kindness. I need these for myself as much as everyone else."
What's the hardest thing about being a dad?
"Having to share mom. Lol."
Top picks from our Father's Day gift guide?
"The ‘Baby Don’t Go necklace’ & Velvet Underground Tee."
What's your favourite part about being a dad?
"Parenthood has taught me not to take myself too seriously, which has allowed me to learn the art of play again. How fun is that!"
Happy Fathers Day
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