roberta borges

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roberta borges

About roberta borges

Roberta Borges was born in Porto Alegre, RS-Brazil, in 1963. Since an early age she has been connected to the world of surfing and waves. The art of photography, is the way she expresses her perception of the ocean, having attended several photography schools and arts centers. In 2010, she received the most important Brazilian Prize of Photography (Porto Seguro Prize, Revelation).The serie called "Passatempo" (time goes by) represents the sea in continuous change, transforming images in color paintings. The waves perception, which derive from the strong influence of her background as a professional surfer(she is the first Braziliian champ in 1985) ,acquire empowerment and expression through her work. In her last series , LASTLIGHT, she explores an inaccessible layer of light and darkness , creating a unique intimate sea atmosphere. It took eight years to capture the images , always in the same place, same time in a very especial nature condition. Most of her work is done at the seashore of Garopaba, Santa Catarina where she lives and has her own studio.

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Interview with roberta borges

Could you please tell us more about your art and design background? What made you become an artist/designer? Have you always wanted to be a designer?
A member of my family liked to take photos and I admired the effects he could get of his clicks. I saw emotions and plasticity . So I discovered that I could express myself by this way.
Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
My studio is at the beach and I work alone. Sometimes I work inside my studio, sometimes I go out to photograph and in between I go out to give a walk with my dogs.I don't have a daily routine.
What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
The LASTLIGHT project is my favorite design work due to the difficult way of capturing the images, and the time it took for it. It depend on nature conditions like the , tide, light, swell and wind.
What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
Print in 100% cotton paper! I use photoshop and canon cameras and lenses!
What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
Every project starts from experiences and when I discover something new, it gives me a feeling of happiness, excitement. The final result is my biggest emotion, I m feel very proud and happy.
When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
the last exhibition was a few years ago in Porto Alegre. The next one will be in France in next summer.
Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
The sea is my inspiration! Since an early age I have been connected to the world of surfing and waves. The art of photography, is the way I expresses my perception of the ocean.
How would you describe your design style? What made you explore more this style and what are the main characteristics of your style? What's your approach to design?
I try to see different thing in simple things! I like clean images, less is more!
Where do you live? Do you feel the cultural heritage of your country affects your designs? What are the pros and cons during designing as a result of living in your country?
I live in Garopaba, on the beach and the local culture is part of my work.
Can you talk a little about your design process?
My creative process always comes when I'm doing other activities outside of work when my mind is light.
What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?
1- Vico Magistretti sofa( Maralunga), 2 Phellipe Starck Lamp, 3- A Alto cafeteria( Alessi), 4 - Carlos Motta Chair(flecha), Mackintosh chair( willow)
Can you describe a day in your life?
I don't have a daily routine. My studio is at the beach and I wake up early. Sometimes I work inside my studio, sometimes I go out to photograph and in between I go out to give a walk with my dogs, or surfing.
Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
first never stop studying and researching. Believe in your feelings!
Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
for me the best time to work is the night. everything gets quieter and calmer.
How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
his is very relative, my last job took 8 years and others took months.
What are your future plans? What is next for you?
I just finished one project and have not yet started another. I want to show my latest work in several galleries in Europe.
How can people contact you?
by e-mail robertaborgesfoto@gmail.com , website www.robertaborges.com.br or phone 55 51 993371337

Designer of the Day Interview with roberta borges

Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?
I started photography as a teenager because as a surfer, I wanted to register that atmosphere. As years passed I increased my abilities by attending special academic courses and working for national surf magazines and some companies.
How did you become a designer?
A member of my family liked to take photos and I admired the effects he could get of his clicks. I saw emotions and plasticity . So I discovered that I could express myself by this way.
What are your priorities, technique and style when designing?
First comes special Light , then a different way to see a common scene and third, a meaning/concept.
Which emotions do you feel when designing?
Every project starts from experiences and when I discover something new, it gives me a feeling of happiness, excitement. The final result is my biggest emotion.
What particular aspects of your background shaped you as a designer?
My main non design skill that helped me in developing my abilities as a photographer is my natural observation capacity.
What is your growth path? What are your future plans? What is your dream design project?
My main idea now is to show my work in some galleries in Europe. I didn't decided what my future work will be but I have some thoughts of creating tridimensional project.
What are your advices to designers who are at the beginning of their career?
Study, work as much as you can. Find something new; don't give up, respect your feelings.
You are truly successful as a designer, what do you suggest to fellow designers, artists and architects?
Try to discover what are your main abilities as a person, study and practice design, see if you like what you do, search for an example of a successful designer and find out its positive and negative points.
What is your day to day look like?
I don't have a daily routine. My studio is at the beach and I wake up early. Sometimes I work inside my studio, sometimes I go out to photograph and in between I go out to give a walk with my dogs.
How do you keep up with latest design trends? To what extent do design trends matter?
I follow trend magazines, websites in architecture, art and design.
How do you know if a product or project is well designed? How do you define good design?
My background in design gives me a sense of judgement of what is good and bad.
What is your biggest design work?
The LASTLIGHT project is my biggest design work due to the difficult way of capturing the images, and the time it took for it. It depend on nature conditions like the , tide, light, swell and wind.
Would you tell us a bit about your lifestyle and culture?
My favorite city is Garopaba, where I live. For research, New York, Sao Paulo, London. I am now in my house/studio and just finished my last project. My photos should cooperate to awareness of how we are not taking care of the Ocean, therefore take measures to change that fact.
Would you tell us more about your work culture and business philosophy?
I work alone. I have worked in the past with groups. My main challenge is give a meaning to what I do.
What are your philanthropic contributions to society as a designer, artist and architect?
My present work is based on helping our environment. I also work with the local culture in matters of fishing, which is the basis of local economy and local carnival.
What positive experiences you had when you attend the A’ Design Award?
Participating in the A'Design Award gave me the opportunity to get involved internationally.Also to got me the assurance that my work is in the right direction. And the reward of receiving the prize.

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