Proof of Rain Iskultura sa Baso nga Arte by Derya Geylani Vurusan

Proof of Rain Iskultura sa Baso nga Arte by Derya Geylani Vurusan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award nga Puthaw in Disenyo sa Pinong Arte ug Instalasyon sa Arte Competition Category.

PuthawPinong Arte· 2025

Proof of Rain Iskultura sa Baso nga Arte

by Derya Geylani Vurusan

Client: Derya Geylani

A' Design Award nga Puthaw Winner in Pinong Arte Category

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The Design

About Proof of Rain Iskultura sa Baso nga Arte

Ang Proof of Rain usa ka modernong iskultura nga hinimo sa baso, giinspirar sa pag-ulan. Ang buhat gihimo gikan sa init nga giporma nga baso sa lain-laing tono sa asul. Ang gagmayng tulo, giporma pinaagi sa flameworking uban ang gikontrolar nga epekto sa pagbisibis, nagrepresentar sa mga tulo sa ulan. Ang gihuypan nga asul nga porma sa ilawom sa mga tulo nagrepresentar sa pagkatigom sa mga kasinatian sa kinabuhi. Ang iskultura adunay gidak-on nga 380 ka 200 ka 450 milimetros. Ang Proof of Rain gipakita isip usa ka static nga instalasyon, ug ang kahayag nagpadayag sa giladmon ug mga repleksyon sa baso. Ang tumong mao ang paghiusa sa kinaiyahan ug craft diha sa usa ka porma.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award nga Puthaw

Proof of Rain Iskultura sa Baso nga Arte usa ka mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Puthaw, usa ka dungganon nga pag-ila nga gihatag sa maayong mga disenyo nga nakatagbo sa propesyonal ug industriyal nga mga gikinahanglan nga gipaabot gikan sa maayo ang pagkadisenyo nga mga paglalang. Ang mga mananaog sa Puthaw nagpakita og dakong kahanas, taas nga espesyalisasyon, eksperto nga pagsabot, ug mamugnaon nga abilidad sa ilang mga tiglalang. Gilauman nga ang Proof of Rain Iskultura sa Baso nga Arte mahimong gipabilhan, gihangaan, ug gihigugma nga paglalang nga praktikal ug bag-o. Kini nga disenyo nga nakadaog og A' Design Award nga Puthaw naghiusa sa labing maayong mga praktis sa industriya ug adunay hanas nga teknikal nga mga kinaiya nga nalambigit sa kahibalo ug talento. Proof of Rain Iskultura sa Baso nga Arte gitahod tungod sa pagkamaabtik niini ug gidisenyo aron maghatag og mga pagpaayo sa kalidad sa kinabuhi nga makatabang sa paghimo sa kalibutan nga mas maayong dapit.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This is a contemporary glass art piece that uniquely combines hot glass shaping with symbolic representation. The piece features droplets, shaped by splashing effects, symbolizing raindrops. The blue blown form beneath them represents the accumulation of life experiences. What sets this design apart is its innovative approach to capturing the natural essence of rain, blending technical precision with emotional depth, resulting in a striking, meaningful artwork that merges nature and craft.
Dimensions & Packaging: 380 mm x 200mm x 450 mm
Tags: glass, contemporary glass, glass art
Production Technology: The piece was created using advanced hot glass shaping techniques, where molten glass was carefully blown into forms with varying shades of blue. The droplets were shaped through flameworking tecnics with a controlled splashing effect, simulating the impact of rain. Precision in temperature control and timing was essential to achieve the desired texture and fluidity in the glass. The final form was carefully constructed to represent both the raindrops and their accumulation, capturing the interplay between craftsmanship and nature.
Design Challenge: The creative challenge in artwork is lay in capturing the delicate essence of rain through glass, balancing artistic expression with technical precision. The difficulty stemmed from the need to replicate the fluid, dynamic nature of raindrops using static material. Overcoming the physical constraints of glassblowing, such as controlling splashing effects and maintaining form integrity, was crucial. Additionally, integrating historical symbolism with contemporary techniques posed a challenge, demanding a deep understanding of both craft and meaning.
Research: The research behind the artwork is an experimental, focusing on the intersection of nature and glass art. The objective was to explore how glass can symbolically represent natural phenomena, specifically rain. The methodology involved trial and error, using hot glass shaping and splashing effects to replicate the fluidity of rain. Data was gathered through observation and adjustments to temperature, pressure, and technique. Insights revealed that blending symbolism with craftsmanship creates deeper emotional resonance. The impact extends to design by pushing the boundaries of traditional glass techniques, encouraging innovation in both artistic and functional contexts.
Inspiration: The inspiration stems from the natural phenomenon of rainfall and its symbolic connection to life and memory. Motivated by the desire to capture the transient beauty of rain, the project explores how water droplets accumulate and shape the landscape. Technically, it combines hot glass shaping techniques with splashing effects, reflecting the intersection of nature and craftsmanship, while also delving into the emotional significance of lived experiences and their accumulation over time.
Project Duration: The project started in 20th of February and finished in April 2025. It exhibited during CI BLOOM, which is a leading art fair in Turkey, İstanbul in 25-28 April 2024
Operation Flow: It operates as a static installation, where viewers interact with the piece visually. The transformation happens through the glass's intricate design, where each droplet and form is carefully shaped to evoke the sensation of rain. The key interaction comes from observing the piece's details and reflections, with the light revealing its depth. Its effectiveness lies in the combination of delicate glasswork and its symbolic representation, offering a powerful emotional connection to nature and life.
Image Credits: Photo Credit: Deniz Tapkan