Doodles come to life

Most doodles go straight from the boardroom to the bin. But not Robbie Tarlton’s. His imaginative scribbles and patterns are transformed into wallpaper.

A graphic designer by day, Robbie’s wallpaper business, Maginaper, is a one-man show that offers signature and custom designs. “I’ve had a lifelong love for patterns and decor,” Robbie says. This passion has now been realised through his part-time work.

Open to anything, Robbie’s work is an exciting blend of bright colours – inspired by international trends – and local motifs and imagery. “There are so many plain and subdued wallpapers out there. I wanted to go for something different. I’m keen on eclectic and wild designs filled with patterns.”

With an aim to bring a new experience to a room, Maginaper has already brightened up Lazari at the Cape Quarter and Robbie is always on the lookout for other big projects. Reasonable prices and original patterns make Maginaper a name to look out for.

More information: maginaper.wordpress.com, 083 593 1231, robtarlton@yahoo.com