Artloom Faaaogaga Autu: Polokalame Feaveai by Tianyi Qi

Artloom Faaaogaga Autu: Polokalame Feaveai by Tianyi Qi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Apamemea in Mamanu Fe'avea'i Competition Category.

ApamemeaFe'avea'i· 2025

Artloom Faaaogaga Autu: Polokalame Feaveai

by Tianyi Qi

Client: Tianyi Qi

A' Design Award Apamemea Winner in Fe'avea'i Category

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The Design

About Artloom Faaaogaga Autu: Polokalame Feaveai

Tusitusiga o le Tusi: O le ArtLoom o se polokalame feaveai e fesootaʻi ai tusiata tulaʻi ma tagata e aoina ata vali. E masani ona faigata mo tusiata fou ona faatau atu a latou galuega, ae o tagata aoina ata fou e masani ona lē iloa po o fea e amata ai. E maua e le ArtLoom se faaosofiaga mai polokalame o feso'ota'iga lautele ma polokalame tafaoga fa'auo. E su'esu'e e tagata aoina ata i totonu o se faletusi ata fa'akomepiuta fa'amaoni, ma mauaina se filifiliga i aso taitasi e faavae i luga o a latou tu ma aga i le su'esu'eina. O ata fa'amatalaga o tusiata e faaali mai ai le tala i tua atu o galuega taitasi. O se fesoasoani talanoaga fa'atino atamai e lagolago ai fesootaiga i le va o tusiata ma tagata aoina ata. Ua mamanuina le ArtLoom mo masini iOS.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Apamemea

O le A' Design Award Apamemea na manumalo ai Artloom Faaaogaga Autu: Polokalame Feaveai, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu ese e iloga i le fatufatuaʻi, le atamai ma le poto. O ē manumalo i le Apamemea o mea e iai le tomai atoa ma fatufatuaʻi mataʻina e faamaonia ai le poto masani tele, le mafaufau ma le atamai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina Artloom Faaaogaga Autu: Polokalame Feaveai e avea ma mea e vivii tele, ua pelepelea, e iloga i le tomai faapolofesa ma mea fou. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Apamemea e tuufaatasia ai faiga sili i le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi ma e sili ona lelei i le mataituina o mea itiiti. Artloom Faaaogaga Autu: Polokalame Feaveai e faamalieina matagofie manaʻoga, pa i manaʻo, faalataina lagona ma faaosofia le fia iloa.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: ArtLoom is a mobile app that connects aspiring artists with collectors, making art discovery and connection effortless. Selling art can feel intimidating for emerging artists, while many new collectors struggle to know where to start.

Inspired by social media and dating apps, ArtLoom creates a seamless experience for both. Collectors can browse and discover artwork just like scrolling through their feed, while artists finally have a dedicated platform to showcase their work.
Dimensions & Packaging: The app is designed for iOS systems.
Tags: Artist, Art Collector, Social Media
Production Technology: Front-end cross-platform framworks
Back-end framework and database
Cloud storage
Authentication
Image Processing & Optimization
Design Challenge: How can we design a dedicated, user-friendly platform that facilitates seamless connections between emerging artists and casual collectors?

Key research questions:

- What are the biggest barriers preventing emerging artists from selling their work?
- What motivates casual collectors to purchase art, and what challenges do they face?
- How do existing platforms fall short in serving these groups?
- What features would make an art marketplace more accessible and engaging for both artists and collectors?

This research aims to uncover insights that can shape a solution tailored to the needs of emerging artists and casual collectors, fostering a more inclusive and vibrant art market.
Research: Utilized digital survey services to analyze data on the challenges and needs of emerging artists and art collectors. Findings highlighted key challenges, including connecting with collectors, understanding pricing strategies, and effectively communicating their art to a broader audience.
Inspiration: Aspiring artists struggle to find buyers, while art lovers want to support them but face challenges in connecting.

Most platforms cater to established artists and collectors, leaving emerging artists to navigate the crowded space of social media like Instagram.

But does it have to be this complicated? How can we create a dedicated space for emerging artists and casual collectors to connect effortlessly?
Project Duration: The project started in June 2023 and finished in January 2024 in New York City.
Operation Flow: An immersive virtual gallery:
Makes discovering art as effortless as scrolling through social media. Enjoy a curated daily showcase tailored to your browsing habits and preferences.

A matchmaking hub for collectors and artists:
Featuring “dating app”-style artist profiles, it helps artists share their unique stories while allowing collectors to discover the inspiration behind each artwork.

Seamless communication made easy:
An AI-powered chat assistant that connects collectors and artists effortlessly.
Image Credits: Image #1-5: Tianyi Qi