Proof of Rain Staklena umjetnička skulptura by Derya Geylani Vurusan

Proof of Rain Staklena umjetnička skulptura by Derya Geylani Vurusan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Željezna nagrada A' Design Award in Likovna Umjetnost i Umjetničke Instalacije Competition Category.

ŽeljezoLikovna Umjetnost· 2025

Proof of Rain Staklena umjetnička skulptura

by Derya Geylani Vurusan

Client: Derya Geylani

Željezna nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Likovna Umjetnost Category

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The Design

About Proof of Rain Staklena umjetnička skulptura

Dokaz Kiše suvremena je staklena skulptura inspirirana kišom. Djelo je izrađeno od vruće oblikovanog stakla u različitim nijansama plave boje. Male kapljice, nastale tehnikom oblikovanja plamenom uz kontrolirani efekt prskanja, predstavljaju kapi kiše. Puhani plavi oblik ispod kapljica predstavlja nakupljanje životnih iskustava. Skulptura mjeri 380 x 200 x 450 milimetara. Dokaz Kiše prikazan je kao statična instalacija, a svjetlost otkriva dubinu i odsjaje stakla. Namjera je spojiti prirodu i zanat u jednom obliku.

The Recognition

About the Željezna nagrada A' Design Award

Proof of Rain Staklena umjetnička skulptura je pobjednik Željezne nagrade A' Design Award, prestižnog priznanja koje se dodjeljuje dobrim dizajnima što ispunjavaju profesionalne i industrijske zahtjeve očekivane od dobro dizajniranih kreacija. Željezni pobjednici pokazuju veliku vještinu, visoku specijalizaciju, stručno razumijevanje i kreativne kapacitete svojih stvaratelja. Očekuje se da Proof of Rain Staklena umjetnička skulptura bude visoko cijenjena, voljena i njegovana kreacija koja je praktična i inovativna. Ovaj dizajn koji je osvojio Željeznu nagradu A' Design Award integrira najbolje industrijske prakse i ima kompetentne tehničke karakteristike povezane sa znanjem i talentom. Proof of Rain Staklena umjetnička skulptura se poštuje zbog svoje temeljitosti i dizajniran je da pruži poboljšanja kvalitete života koja pomažu da svijet postane bolje mjesto.

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