Interview with Makiko Maeda

Designer Interview

29 September 2014

I studied jewelry design at Fashion Institute of technology and started to make own jewelry. Since I was in New York,
It was normal being artist.

I had own space in my apartment. Recently, I am working on 3D modeling than hand made.

Based on the concept what I have, it is way to describe what I feel and think.

Fine jewelry, has lot of geometrics and details.

Simple and clean but balanced.

It was a collection for fashion jewelry line. Used rough rose cut and diamond and 22k gold.

Gold and platinum.

When I done very different taste of work as usual.

Most of the time I'm happy but I'm frustrated when nothing coming up on my mind.

I am happy and proud of my work.

Challenge and curiosity.

Bad, I need time to improve my work.

Not hurt anyone, people, animals and environment.

No, everything looks same these days so it will be less variety.

2013 SNAG Conference in Toronto, Canada. Not planned anything yet.

Anything around me. People, flower, tree, birds, etc..

One of a kind with twist of fine jewelry.

I am from Japan, my design is delicate, clean, simple and detailed which are seen in traditional japanese design.

Mostly working as a freelance.

First of all, I have a lot of meeting and conference before start working with. It's not only for design but to know if we are good match.

It depends on what I make. Sometime to start sketch and curve wax. I like to use internet to research what style is trend now. Then, use computer if the design is actually functions.

PC, sketchbook using since I was at school, Book, color pencil, tracing papers.

Wake up and a cup of coffee, work, eat, sleep.

Try to be different from others.

Positives are being creative, it's important for life. Negatives are too competitive and difficult to survive.

Stay simple.

Computer for future.

Software, books.

Focus on my work.

Depends what I work on.

How much do you charge for one design.

Working as a bench worker.

some fashion jewelry companies.

working on wedding band is one of my favorite. I am happy that people chosen me for very important rings.

Be a designer famous jewelry house.

working by my self.

It's secret until I finish it.

e-mail me

No, thank you so much.

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Interview with Makiko Maeda

Designer Interview

Could you please tell us more about your art and design background? What made you become an artist/designer? Have you always wanted to be a designer?

Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?

What is "design" for you?

What kinds of works do you like designing most?

What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?

What was the first thing you designed for a company?

What is your favorite material / platform / technology?

When do you feel the most creative?

What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?

What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?

What makes a design successful?

When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?

From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?

How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?

When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?

Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?

How would you describe your design style? What made you explore more this style and what are the main characteristics of your style? What's your approach to design?

Where do you live? Do you feel the cultural heritage of your country affects your designs? What are the pros and cons during designing as a result of living in your country?

How do you work with companies?

What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?

Can you talk a little about your design process?

What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?

Can you describe a day in your life?

Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?

From your perspective, what would you say are some positives and negatives of being a designer?

What is your "golden rule" in design?

What skills are most important for a designer?

Which tools do you use during design? What is inside your toolbox? Such as software, application, hardware, books, sources of inspiration etc.?

Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?

How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?

What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?

What was your most important job experience?

Who are some of your clients?

What type of design work do you enjoy the most and why?

What are your future plans? What is next for you?

Do you work as a team, or do you develop your designs yourself?

Do you have any works-in-progress being designed that you would like to talk about?

How can people contact you?

Any other things you would like to cover that have not been covered in these questions?

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