Press Release
Rianne Aarts Receives the A' Design Award for Seaside Wall Decor in Fine Arts and Art Installation Design
Rianne Aarts recognized for fine arts and art installation design by the international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 17, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the A' Design Award in the Fine Arts and Art Installation Design category for Seaside Wall Decor by Rianne Aarts, designed for Teddy and Wool. The award was conferred within the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the A' Design Award
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
Regarding Seaside Wall Decor
Seaside is a circular textile artwork made for wall display. The piece is handmade from thick natural cotton cord, knotted in lines to add movement and depth and to suggest undulating waves. The cord is hand dyed with a blend of dyes and natural pigments, producing a calm earthy palette with a subtle gradient. The cotton fibers at the lower edge are cut to complete the smooth round form. The round shape contrasts with straight lined geometric art and furniture. Mounting brackets hold the work slightly away from the wall. Seven diameters are offered, from 50 to 127 centimeters.
About Rianne Aarts
My name is Rianne Aarts, I'm the owner and artist here at Teddy and Wool. Ever since I was young I always felt the need to create things of beauty. That need slowly turned into passion and that passion is what drives me to create art. After having studied at the Art Academy I was worried that I wouldn't be able to make a living as an artist, so I decided to study law instead. I then found myself at a crossroads; working in the field of law or doing what I love most - being an artist. I finally took the plunge and followed my true passion as an artist by starting my own studio in 2016.... and I'm so glad that I did!
Award Record
This recognition makes Rianne Aarts a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Fine Arts and Art Installation Design Award
The A' Fine-Art Design Award is an international fine-art design competition recognizing best fine-art works by leading fine-art artists and creators worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to artists, painters, sculptors and ceramicists from all countries. Entries typically include sculptures, paintings, installations, photographs, drawings and mixed media works. Awarded art designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/fine-art
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/154217
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/154217
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!154217
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/348468
- Further Information from the Laureate: http://www.teddyandwool.com
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Seaside Wall Decor
- Function
- Wall Decor
- Category
- Fine Arts and Art Installation Design
- Discipline
- Communication Design
- Industry
- Arts
- Colors
- Gainsboro, Linen, Sienna, Silver and Black
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Teddy and Wool
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Rianne Aarts
- Country
- Netherlands
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #154217
Credits
- Image Credits
- Rianne Aarts - Teddy and Wool
Design Details
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Realization and Technology
- Handmade using natural cotton and organic (non-toxic) dyes/pigments. Hung using mounting brackets, for a wonderful 'floating'-look.
- Specifications
- 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)
- Keywords
- Art, Textile art, Fiber Art, Wall Decor, Wall Art, Handmade Art, Wall Tapestry, Home Decor, Macrame Wall Hanging, Wall Hanging
