Seaside Vægkunst by Rianne Aarts is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award i Jern in Billedkunst og Kunstinstallationsdesign Competition Category.

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Seaside Vægkunst

by Rianne Aarts

Client: Teddy and Wool

A' Design Award i Jern Winner in Billedkunst Category

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The Design

About Seaside Vægkunst

Seaside er et cirkulært tekstilkunstværk lavet til vægophæng. Værket er håndlavet af tyk naturlig bomuldssnor, knyttet i linjer for at tilføje bevægelse og dybde og for at antyde bølgende bølger. Snoren er håndfarvet med en blanding af farvestoffer og naturlige pigmenter, hvilket giver en rolig, jordnær palet med en subtil farvegradient. Bomuldsfibrene ved den nederste kant er klippet til for at fuldende den glatte, runde form. Den runde form skaber kontrast til geometrisk kunst og møbler med lige linjer. Monteringsbeslag holder værket en smule fri af væggen. Værket fås i syv diametre, fra 50 til 127 centimeter.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award i Jern

Seaside Vægkunst er vinder af A' Design Award i Jern, en prestigefyldt anerkendelse, der tildeles gode designs, som opfylder de professionelle og industrielle krav, man forventer af veldesignede skabelser. Jernvinderne viser stor dygtighed, høj specialisering, ekspertforståelse og kreativ kapacitet hos deres skabere. Seaside Vægkunst forventes at være en højt estimeret, beundret og kær skabelse, der er praktisk og innovativ. Dette design, der har vundet A' Design Award i Jern, integrerer branchens bedste praksis og har kompetente tekniske egenskaber knyttet til knowhow og talent. Seaside Vægkunst respekteres for sin grundighed og er designet til at levere forbedringer af livskvaliteten, der er med til at gøre verden til et bedre sted.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This circular, handmade textile artwork is called Seaside - the divide between land and water. The thick cotton cord is knotted in lines to add movement and depth, forming the sea's undulating waves. Hand-dyed using a unique and specialized process, the artist Rianne Aarts adds color utilizing a blend of dyes and natural pigments. This results in a calm and soothing earthy color palette with a subtle gradient.

The cotton fibers at the bottom are carefully cut, to create that smooth circular form. It's that soft round form that will make for a great contrast to typical, strong-lined geometric art or furniture, and ensures balance and harmony throughout the room.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimensions / size options (diameter):

Small: Ø 19.7" (50 cm)
Medium: Ø 27.5" (70 cm)
Large: Ø 31.5" (80 cm)
XL: Ø 35.4" (90 cm)
2XL:Ø 39.4" (100 cm)
3XL: Ø 43.3" (110 cm)
4XL: Ø 50" (127 cm)
Tags: Art, Textile art, Fiber Art, Wall Decor, Wall Art, Handmade Art, Wall Tapestry, Home Decor, Macrame Wall Hanging, Wall Hanging
Production Technology: Handmade using natural cotton and organic (non-toxic) dyes/pigments. Hung using mounting brackets, for a wonderful 'floating'-look.
Design Challenge: One of the creative challenges I embraced in crafting Seaside, was my determination to depart from the conventional. Instead of the typical straight-lined or square art pieces, I set out to create a round, circular artwork.

This unconventional approach came with its own set of challenges, from selecting the right materials to ensuring structural integrity. However, it was a challenge worth undertaking, as it allowed me to push the boundaries of fiber art and create a piece that truly resonates with the everlasting allure of the seaside.
Inspiration: Inspired by nature, Seaside emerged from my fascination with the enduring dialogue between land and sea. This circular fiber artwork encapsulates the timeless harmony and tension between these natural forces. Through it, I hope to evoke contemplation about the dynamic beauty of our coastlines, encouraging a deeper connection with the natural world.
Image Credits: Rianne Aarts - Teddy and Wool