The episode you've all been asking for is here! The tables are turned when we sit down with your usual host & owner of Maker Port Douglas, Raine Schacher.We chat about Raine’s life before Maker and her early path into the film industry. From starting a photography business at just 14 to working on film sets from a young age, it seemed she was always destined to work in film and storytelling. But in 2020, everything changed.Then we get into the six years of Maker, including the highs, the lows, the unexpected moments, meeting celebrities without even realising who they were, and some of the stories that have stayed firmly behind the scenes.You’ve heard Raine ask the questions. Now it’s time to hear her side of the story.And yes, there’s plenty of juice.<a href='https://www.instagram.com/raine_ward_'>@raine_ward_</a>  <a href='https://www.instagram.com/maker_portdouglas'>@maker_portdouglas </a>

The episode you've all been asking for is here! The tables are turned when we sit down with your usual host & owner of Maker Port Douglas, Raine Schacher. We chat about Raine’s life before Maker and her early path into the film industry. From starting a photography business at just 14 to working on film sets from a young age, it seemed she was always destined to work in film and storytelling. But in 2020, everything changed. Then we get into the six years of Maker, including the highs, the lows, the unexpected moments, meeting celebrities without even realising who they were, and some of the stories that have stayed firmly behind the scenes. You’ve heard Raine ask the questions. Now it’s time to hear her side of the story. And yes, there’s plenty of juice. @raine_ward_ @maker_portdouglas

The episode you've all been asking for is here! The tables are turned when we sit down with your usual host &amp; owner of Maker Port Douglas, Raine Schacher.We chat about Raine’s life before Maker and her early path into the film industry. From starting a photography business at just 14 to working on film sets from a young age, it seemed she was always destined to work in film and storytelling. But in 2020, everything changed.Then we get into the six years of Maker, including the highs, the lows, the unexpected moments, meeting celebrities without even realising who they were, and some of the stories that have stayed firmly behind the scenes.You’ve heard Raine ask the questions. Now it’s time to hear her side of the story.And yes, there’s plenty of juice.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/raine_ward_" rel="noopener noreferrer">@raine_ward_</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maker_portdouglas" rel="noopener noreferrer">@maker_portdouglas&nbsp;</a>

S2 Ep6 - Raine Schacher: The Unexpected Road to Maker

In Episode 5 of The Booth Juice, we sit down with incredible artist, curator and one of the pivotal figures in the Port Douglas art community, Chrissie McLaughlin. A Port Douglas local since the 1990s, Chrissie has spent decades immersed in the creative landscape of Far North Queensland, drawing inspiration from the incredible natural environment of Port Douglas and the Daintree.Working across watercolour, natural pigments, acrylic and oil, Chrissie’s artwork reflects a deep connection to place and the ever-changing beauty of the tropics. Her work has been exhibited extensively, commissioned for private collections and resorts, and collected both nationally and internationally.Beyond her own practice, Chrissie has played a significant role in championing other artists across the region. She is the Director of Art In Transit, an online gallery representing leading FNQ artists, and the Secretary of Port Douglas Artists Inc, where she helps curate and present exhibitions throughout the Douglas Shire.Chrissie also shares some fascinating tales from her time working in the film industry, from prop design to producing, offering a glimpse into another colourful chapter of her creative career.A conversation full of art, creativity, local history and plenty of stories from a life well lived in Far North Queensland.---<a href='https://chrissiemclaughlin.art'>Chrissie Mclaughlin Art </a><a href='https://www.instagram.com/chrissiemclaughlinart/'>@chrissiemclaughlinart</a><a href='https://portdouglasartists.com.au/northern-illumination/'>Northern Illumination</a> 1-10th October 2026, Port Douglas Community Hall<a href='https://portdouglasartists.com.au'>Port Douglas Artists</a><a href='https://artintransit.gallery'>Art In Transit</a>

In Episode 5 of The Booth Juice, we sit down with incredible artist, curator and one of the pivotal figures in the Port Douglas art community, Chrissie McLaughlin. A Port Douglas local since the 1990s, Chrissie has spent decades immersed in the creative landscape of Far North Queensland, drawing inspiration from the incredible natural environment of Port Douglas and the Daintree. Working across watercolour, natural pigments, acrylic and oil, Chrissie’s artwork reflects a deep connection to place and the ever-changing beauty of the tropics. Her work has been exhibited extensively, commissioned for private collections and resorts, and collected both nationally and internationally. Beyond her own practice, Chrissie has played a significant role in championing other artists across the region. She is the Director of Art In Transit, an online gallery representing leading FNQ artists, and the Secretary of Port Douglas Artists Inc, where she helps curate and present exhibitions throughout the Douglas Shire. Chrissie also shares some fascinating tales from her time working in the film industry, from prop design to producing, offering a glimpse into another colourful chapter of her creative career. A conversation full of art, creativity, local history and plenty of stories from a life well lived in Far North Queensland. --- Chrissie Mclaughlin Art @chrissiemclaughlinart Northern Illumination 1-10th October 2026, Port Douglas Community Hall Port Douglas Artists Art In Transit

In Episode 5 of The Booth Juice, we sit down with incredible artist, curator and one of the pivotal figures in the Port Douglas art community, Chrissie McLaughlin. A Port Douglas local since the 1990s, Chrissie has spent decades immersed in the creative landscape of Far North Queensland, drawing inspiration from the incredible natural environment of Port Douglas and the Daintree.Working across watercolour, natural pigments, acrylic and oil, Chrissie’s artwork reflects a deep connection to place and the ever-changing beauty of the tropics. Her work has been exhibited extensively, commissioned for private collections and resorts, and collected both nationally and internationally.Beyond her own practice, Chrissie has played a significant role in championing other artists across the region. She is the Director of Art In Transit, an online gallery representing leading FNQ artists, and the Secretary of Port Douglas Artists Inc, where she helps curate and present exhibitions throughout the Douglas Shire.Chrissie also shares some fascinating tales from her time working in the film industry, from prop design to producing, offering a glimpse into another colourful chapter of her creative career.A conversation full of art, creativity, local history and plenty of stories from a life well lived in Far North Queensland.---<a href="https://chrissiemclaughlin.art" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chrissie Mclaughlin Art&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/chrissiemclaughlinart/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@chrissiemclaughlinart</a><a href="https://portdouglasartists.com.au/northern-illumination/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Northern Illumination</a> 1-10th October 2026, Port Douglas Community Hall<a href="https://portdouglasartists.com.au" rel="noopener noreferrer">Port Douglas Artists</a><a href="https://artintransit.gallery" rel="noopener noreferrer">Art In Transit</a>

S2 Ep5 - Chrissie McLaughlin: Art, Film & Life in Port Douglas since the 90's

In this episode, we sit down with the effortlessly stylish Janet Morris—interior designer, creative, and accomplished oil painter, for a conversation about building a life centred around creativity.Fresh home from London, Janet shares the exciting experience of being part of a very special collaboration with Eco By Sonya, where her artwork was exclusively featured at the brand's London store opening. We chat about the journey that led to this incredible opportunity and what it was like seeing her work showcased on an international stage.From designing beautiful interiors to creating expressive oil paintings, Janet discusses how her love of colour, texture and storytelling weaves through everything she creates. We also explore the evolution of her creative career, where she finds inspiration, the role travel plays in her work and how she has developed such a distinctive and timeless style.<a href='https://www.instagram.com/janetmorrisartist/'>@janetmorrisart </a><a href='https://ecotan.com.au/blogs/news/london-pop-up-2026'>Eco By Sonya - Notting Hill Pop Up Store</a>

In this episode, we sit down with the effortlessly stylish Janet Morris—interior designer, creative, and accomplished oil painter, for a conversation about building a life centred around creativity. Fresh home from London, Janet shares the exciting experience of being part of a very special collaboration with Eco By Sonya, where her artwork was exclusively featured at the brand's London store opening. We chat about the journey that led to this incredible opportunity and what it was like seeing her work showcased on an international stage. From designing beautiful interiors to creating expressive oil paintings, Janet discusses how her love of colour, texture and storytelling weaves through everything she creates. We also explore the evolution of her creative career, where she finds inspiration, the role travel plays in her work and how she has developed such a distinctive and timeless style. @janetmorrisart Eco By Sonya - Notting Hill Pop Up Store

In this episode, we sit down with the effortlessly stylish Janet Morris—interior designer, creative, and accomplished oil painter, for a conversation about building a life centred around creativity.Fresh home from London, Janet shares the exciting experience of being part of a very special collaboration with Eco By Sonya, where her artwork was exclusively featured at the brand's London store opening. We chat about the journey that led to this incredible opportunity and what it was like seeing her work showcased on an international stage.From designing beautiful interiors to creating expressive oil paintings, Janet discusses how her love of colour, texture and storytelling weaves through everything she creates. We also explore the evolution of her creative career, where she finds inspiration, the role travel plays in her work and how she has developed such a distinctive and timeless style.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/janetmorrisartist/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@janetmorrisart&nbsp;</a><a href="https://ecotan.com.au/blogs/news/london-pop-up-2026" rel="noopener noreferrer">Eco By Sonya - Notting Hill Pop Up Store</a>

Ep19 - Art, Architecture, Interiors & Style with Port Douglas local Janet Morris

Well, what a weekend! 12 girls in the Daintree Rainforest at Cape Tribulation, riding horses on the beach, cowboy hat styling, whip cracking and roping, line dancing at the Lions Den and memories that'll last a lifetime with one hell of a bunch of girls that definitely knew how to have a good time. We spoke with Raine in this episode who owns Maker Port Douglas, who led our workshop and gave us a local welcoming to her amazing home town. Listen now for what we got up too, including learning new things like, ant eating? haha! Kristin Donohue | CGSC Founder IG: @kristindonohue_ Raine Schacher | Maker Port Douglas IG: @raine_ward_ Ally Hodge | Surfer IG: a.d.media.aus Nikia Aleigh | Cowgirl IG: nikia.aleigh Thankyou to Maker Port Douglas for this episode @maker_portdouglas

Well, what a weekend! 12 girls in the Daintree Rainforest at Cape Tribulation, riding horses on the beach, cowboy hat styling, whip cracking and roping, line dancing at the Lions Den and memories that'll last a lifetime with one hell of a bunch of girls that definitely knew how to have a good time. We spoke with Raine in this episode who owns Maker Port Douglas, who led our workshop and gave us a local welcoming to her amazing home town. Listen now for what we got up too, including learning new things like, ant eating? haha! Kristin Donohue | CGSC Founder IG: @kristindonohue_ Raine Schacher | Maker Port Douglas IG: @raine_ward_ Ally Hodge | Surfer IG: a.d.media.aus Nikia Aleigh | Cowgirl IG: nikia.aleigh Thankyou to Maker Port Douglas for this episode @maker_portdouglas

Well, what a weekend! 12 girls in the Daintree Rainforest at Cape Tribulation, riding horses on the beach, cowboy hat styling, whip cracking and roping, line dancing at the Lions Den and memories that'll last a lifetime with one hell of a bunch of girls that definitely knew how to have a good time. We spoke with Raine in this episode who owns Maker Port Douglas, who led our workshop and gave us a local welcoming to her amazing home town. Listen now for what we got up too, including learning new things like, ant eating? haha! Kristin Donohue | CGSC Founder IG: @kristindonohue_ Raine Schacher | Maker Port Douglas IG: @raine_ward_ Ally Hodge | Surfer IG: a.d.media.aus Nikia Aleigh | Cowgirl IG: nikia.aleigh Thankyou to Maker Port Douglas for this episode @maker_portdouglas

COLLAB EP18 - Cowgirl Surf Club Tropical Cowgirl Weekend

Episode 17 is a chaotic little April–May recap; from the Cowgirl Surf Club weekend to the whirlwind of the Brisbane Affordable Art Fair, plus all the highs, stress, last-minute scrambling and funny moments that made the past couple of months feel completely non-stop.Alongside all the travel and events, the shop has also been packed with creativity, from in-store workshops and brow masterclasses to hat decorating workshops and hens party paint & sip classes. We also chat about the excitement of Port Douglas being ranked the #2 destination in Australia and everything else that’s been happening behind the scenes at Maker lately.A fun behind-the-scenes catch-up on business, creativity, events, travel and trying to keep up with life while everything happens at once.

Episode 17 is a chaotic little April–May recap; from the Cowgirl Surf Club weekend to the whirlwind of the Brisbane Affordable Art Fair, plus all the highs, stress, last-minute scrambling and funny moments that made the past couple of months feel completely non-stop. Alongside all the travel and events, the shop has also been packed with creativity, from in-store workshops and brow masterclasses to hat decorating workshops and hens party paint & sip classes. We also chat about the excitement of Port Douglas being ranked the #2 destination in Australia and everything else that’s been happening behind the scenes at Maker lately. A fun behind-the-scenes catch-up on business, creativity, events, travel and trying to keep up with life while everything happens at once.

Episode 17 is a chaotic little April–May recap; from the Cowgirl Surf Club weekend to the whirlwind of the Brisbane Affordable Art Fair, plus all the highs, stress, last-minute scrambling and funny moments that made the past couple of months feel completely non-stop.Alongside all the travel and events, the shop has also been packed with creativity, from in-store workshops and brow masterclasses to hat decorating workshops and hens party paint &amp; sip classes. We also chat about the excitement of Port Douglas being ranked the #2 destination in Australia and everything else that’s been happening behind the scenes at Maker lately.A fun behind-the-scenes catch-up on business, creativity, events, travel and trying to keep up with life while everything happens at once.

Ep17- Cowgirl Surf Club Weekend, Brisbane Affordable Art Fair, Port Douglas ranked #2 in Aus & all the chaos from April - May

In this episode of The Booth Juice, we sit down with in house artist, Donna Ward, to unpack how Maker was born in the uncertainty of 2020 and grew into the slow-living creative hub it is today. We talk early risks, big pivots, community support and the moments that shaped the store over the past five years. A candid behind-the-scenes look at building something meaningful, local and resilient in Port Douglas.<a href='https://www.instagram.com/donnawardcreative/'>@donnawardcreative</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/maker_portdouglas/'>@maker_portdouglas</a><a href='https://www.makerportdouglas.com'>www.makerportdouglas.com</a>

In this episode of The Booth Juice, we sit down with in house artist, Donna Ward, to unpack how Maker was born in the uncertainty of 2020 and grew into the slow-living creative hub it is today. We talk early risks, big pivots, community support and the moments that shaped the store over the past five years. A candid behind-the-scenes look at building something meaningful, local and resilient in Port Douglas. @donnawardcreative @maker_portdouglas www.makerportdouglas.com

In this episode of The Booth Juice, we sit down with in house artist, Donna Ward, to unpack how Maker was born in the uncertainty of 2020 and grew into the slow-living creative hub it is today. We talk early risks, big pivots, community support and the moments that shaped the store over the past five years. A candid behind-the-scenes look at building something meaningful, local and resilient in Port Douglas.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/donnawardcreative/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@donnawardcreative</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maker_portdouglas/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@maker_portdouglas</a><a href="https://www.makerportdouglas.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.makerportdouglas.com</a>

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