The Art of Yuzen Dyeing – A Short Film on Master Artisan Keikou Tanabe
Keikou Tanabe is taking part in the tradition of Yuzen Dyeing, a technique that is part of the Kimono making process and requires the artist to apply dyes to the fabric in order to depict cultural life.
Unsettling the Balance – Experimental Furniture by Designer Brian Thoreen
Los Angeles based designer Brian Thoreen has made this furniture collection using a mixture of glass, cast bronze and marble to stack the elements, ordering them to create a sense of harmony.
New at OEN Shop – Blue Lacquer Chopsticks & Cherry Spoon by Yusuke Tazawa
We recently asked Yusuke Tazawa if he would kindly interpret his own style in to a series of handcrafted chopsticks and a spoon, what arrived here at the studio is really special indeed.
The Utility of Things – Gather Vases by Product Designer Sam Anderson
This series of vases by product designer Sam Anderson is titled 'Gather', the idea behind these is to extend the process of arranging the flowers by guiding the user with the overall shape of the vessel.
The Spaces Between – Brush Mark Paintings by British Artist Roanna Wells
Roanna Wells is a British artist and her art captured my attention thanks to the quietness I sensed in the work, a series of brush marks are made on the page, some of which represent time itself.
Referencing Earth & Landscape – Ceramics by Swedish Maker Ulrica Trulsson
Ulrica Trulsson is a ceramic artist who lives and works in Adelaide, linking the craftsman's Swedish roots of simplicity and utilitarianism with that of the natural and rugged Australian landscape.
New at OEN Shop – Brass & Aluminium Objects by Craftsman Naho Kamada
Naho was born in Kumamoto but now lives and works in Tokyo. She uses her background as a painter to assist her metalwork, thinking about the gradient and shape in the metal.
Shaker Reinterpreted – Everyday Objects & Furniture Designed by Studio Gorm
I really enjoyed viewing this project by Oregon based Studio Gorm where they designed a collection of objects and furniture, reinterpreting and reevaluating the Shaker's timeless design.
Exploring Miyajima Island in Japan – 500 Rakan Statues at Daisho-in
While on a visit to the island of Miyajima, a short boat ride from Hiroshima, I set foot in the temple grounds of Daisho-in and photographed the unique 500 Rakan Statues that reside here.
Working With Wool – Solidwool Furniture Project by Justin & Hannah Floyd
Based in Devon, UK is husband and wife team Justin and Hannah Floyd who are the founders of Solidwool, mixing bio-resin with wool to produce unique furniture that can stand the test of time.
Tidal Tints – Nature Captured by Japanese Photographer Kazuyuki Okajima
Japanese photographer Kazuyuki Okajima resides in Chiba and has produced this series titled Tidal Tint that showcases his never ending fascination for the undulation of waves.
Natural Tones & Textures – Wheel Thrown Pottery by San Francisco Artist Bob Dinetz
Bob Dinetz is not only an accomplished graphic designer he is also a talented potter that makes thin forms that are nearly always functional from both porcelain and stoneware clay.
