I’m fascinated by those makers who are able to craft not only functional pieces using high quality materials, but also somehow incorporate a unique character that makes their…
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In the Shop / 3
New in the Shop – Metalworks by Australian Maker Kenny Son
Writing on the blog for more than 10 years it’s natural for me to see the progression of some of the maker’s work, not just the ones represented…
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New in the Shop – Mugen Musou Series by Iwata Woodworking
It’s always exciting when craft and design meet and pair so well. Especially when you know such modern forms are being created using high quality materials. All the…
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OEN Issue 2 – Abstraction at Sculptor Henry Moore’s Studio
The bright characteristics of the modernist movement, in my belief, give us the wrong impression of what it means to be a creator. Everyone has thoughts that they…
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New in the Shop – Hinoki Series by Toshifumi Momose & Keita Hanazawa
People talk as though artists, designers and craftsmen are 1000 miles apart in thought pattern and ideology. There’s more of an interesting interplay going on between them all…
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New in the Shop – Woodwork Handcrafted by Yusuke Tazawa
I’ve been swooning over some new arrivals by Japanese woodworker Yusuke Tazawa that have just made their way in to the shop. Yusuke resides in Ebina, Kanagawa Prefecture…
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New at OEN Shop – Bronze & Lacquer Tableware by Chaehoon Moon of Damoon
There’s an interesting transformation when two surfaces combine. Chaehoon Moon for example, a young passionate creative who has been able to harness Korea’s traditions by working with two…
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OEN Issue 2 – A Visit to the House of Light by James Turrell
“If you want something, work for it.” Even if true, these comments can be frustrating when you are stuck in the midst of it. In a way, it…
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New at OEN Shop – Pre-Order OEN Issue 2 Now
I’m really happy to announce the release of our second book ‘OEN Issue 2’ which is now available to pre-order in our shop. This one was certainly more…
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New at OEN Shop – A Selection of Hanging Mobiles by Annett Bourquin
Designer, photographer and former stylist Annett Bourquin takes inspiration from her time spent in Japan and years of travelling the world to craft simple and considered objects. A…
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New in the OEN Shop – Japanese Lacquerware by Yusuke Tazawa
It’s really great to support the creativity behind the different makers that we represent and see them run free within their craft and experiment with new techniques that…
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New at OEN Shop – A Selection of Collages by Leigh Wells
Our whole goal here on OEN is to support more artists and makers that are experimenting with their creativity. I’ve had my eye on American artist Leigh Well’s…
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