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Proof of Rain Dealbh Gloine Ealaine by Derya Geylani Vurusan

Proof of Rain Dealbh Gloine Ealaine by Derya Geylani Vurusan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Duais Iarainn A' Design Award in Ealain Fhìnealta agus Dealbhadh Stàladh Ealain Competition Category.


IarannEalain Fhìnealta· 2025

Proof of Rain Dealbh Gloine Ealaine

by Derya Geylani Vurusan

Client: Derya Geylani

Duais Iarainn A' Design Award Winner in Ealain Fhìnealta Category

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The Design

About Proof of Rain Dealbh Gloine Ealaine

Tha Fianais an Uisge na dhealbh glainne co-aimsireil air a bhrosnachadh le uisge. Tha an obair air a dèanamh de ghlainne teth-chumte ann an diofar dhathan gorma. Tha boinneagan beaga, air an cruthachadh tro obair-lasair le buaidh spìnigidh fo smachd, a' riochdachadh boinneagan uisge. Tha cruth gorm sèidte fo na boinneagan a' riochdachadh cruinneachadh eòlas beatha. Tha am dealbh a' tomhas 380 le 200 le 450 millimeatair. Tha Fianais an Uisge air a nochdadh mar shuidheachadh statach, agus tha solas a' foillseachadh doimhneachd agus faileasan na glainne. 'S e an rùn nàdar agus ceàird a cheangal ann an aon chruth.

The Recognition

About the Duais Iarainn A' Design Award

Tha Proof of Rain Dealbh Gloine Ealaine air Duais Iarainn A' Design Award a bhuannachadh, aithneachadh urramach a bheirear do dhealbhaidhean math a choinnicheas ris na riatanasan proifeiseanta is gnìomhachais a thathar a' sùileachadh bho chruthachaidhean a chaidh an dealbhadh gu math. Tha buannaichean Iarainn a' nochdadh sgil mhòr, speisealachadh àrd, tuigse eòlaiche agus comas cruthachail an luchd-cruthachaidh. Thathar an dùil gum bi Proof of Rain Dealbh Gloine Ealaine na chruthachadh air a bheil mòran meas, ion-mholta agus gràdhach a tha practaigeach agus ùr-ghnàthach. Tha an dealbhadh seo a bhuannaich Duais Iarainn A' Design Award a' cur nan cleachdaidhean as fheàrr sa ghnìomhachas còmhla agus tha feartan teignigeach comasach aige ceangailte ri eòlas-dèanamh agus tàlant. Tha meas air Proof of Rain Dealbh Gloine Ealaine airson a dhùrachd agus chaidh a dhealbhadh gus leasachaidhean càileachd beatha a thoirt seachad a chuidicheas le bhith a' dèanamh an t-saoghail na àite nas fheàrr.

Behind the Design

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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

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