Our mascot
Hi, I'm Bowie!
I'm VANIOQ's Chief Treasure Collector, a bowerbird from the rainforests of Far North Queensland. Pull up a perch and let me tell you my story.
Bowie's Profile
- Name
- Bowie
- Species
- Bowerbird, inspired by the satin bowerbird
- Home
- The rainforests of Far North Queensland, Australia
- Signature look
- Glossy blue feathers, violet eyes and a pink VANIOQ bow
- Loves
- Buttons, ribbons, charms and anything blue, yellow or shiny
- Job
- Chief Treasure Collector at VANIOQ
- Motto
- Everyday, your way.
My Story
In the rainforests of Far North Queensland, where VANIOQ calls home, bowerbirds like me spend our days collecting colourful little treasures – flowers, berries, shells, even pegs and straws. Then we arrange them, piece by piece, into something beautiful.
When I met the VANIOQ team, I realised we had a lot in common. You collect a button here, a ribbon there, a handful of charms, and suddenly it becomes a card, a costume, a gift or a memory. That's bowerbird thinking!
So now I wear the VANIOQ pink bow, keep a spare button close by, and help you find the little treasures for your next creation.
Bowerbird Fun Facts
- Not really blue!Male satin bowerbirds have black feathers, but their texture scatters light so they shine a deep, glossy blue.
- Those violet eyes are realAdult male satin bowerbirds have striking violet-blue eyes, just like Bowie.
- Master decoratorsMales decorate their bowers with blue, yellow and shiny things: berries, flowers, snail shells and even pens, straws and clothes pegs.
- Our neighboursA separate population of satin bowerbirds lives in the Wet Tropics of north Queensland.
Where to Spot Me
Look up at your browser tab and you'll find me there! Keep an eye out for me around the shop too, on new finds, DIY ideas and special offers.
