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.
The Shifting Momentum of Light – Paintings by Australian Artist Lisa Madigan
Australian artist Lisa Madigan has mixed her background as a stylist and her experience in floristry to create art that's very expressive, using oil paint on a number of materials to achieve this.
Minimalist Shaping – Wooden Furniture by Japanese Designer Mikiya Kobayashi
These works by Japanese designer Mikiya Kobayashi really appealed to me, he has taken traditional elements but has hoped to elevate them in a functional manner and use natural materials to help him.
The Pursuit of Imperfection – Glitch Ceramics by Industrial Designer Tim Defleur
Talented Industrial Designer Tim Defleur has decided to embrace the flaws in craft and experiment with 3D Printing using porcelain, the result is a series of objects that plays with asymmetry.
A Subtle Fade of Colour – Daze Tables Edition #2 by Design Studio Truly Truly
This series of table designs by Truly Truly, founded by Australian designers Joel & Kate Booy, reminded me of the inspirations in nature and how one flash of light can illuminate an idea in the mind.
A Physical Representation of Things – Objects by French Designer Ferreol Babin
I've enjoyed scanning through the portfolio of Ferreol Babin, one of the most prominent reasons is his ability to use shapes and forms found in nature and give them some kind of function.
New at OEN Shop – Chopsticks & Tea Boxes by the Craftsmen at Studio KUKU
Studio KUKU make tableware and furniture inspired by the nature surrounding their studio in Nagano, so we're pleased to announce new work from them that has arrived in the shop.
Accidental Shapes & Patterns – Mobiles and Paintings by Jenni Rope
I've had my eyes on Jenni Rope's work for a while now. This talented creative who lives and works in Helsinki channels her thinking across a number of mediums, including painting and sculpture.
Moku Furniture – Chair and Table by Danish Designer Cecilie Manz
A fantastic series of furniture by Copenhagen-based designer Cecilie Manz, who has worked in collaboration with Nissin in Japan to produce this rounded chair and table for the home.