Gold Wind of Life Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Pendant by Zoi Roupakia

Gold Wind of Life Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Pendant by Zoi Roupakia is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award in Moralo wa Mekgabiso Competition Category.

TšepeMekgabiso· 2023

Gold Wind of Life Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Pendant

by Zoi Roupakia

Client: Zoi Roupakia

Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award Winner in Mekgabiso Category

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The Design

About Gold Wind of Life Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Pendant

Mongolo wa Buka: Gold Wind of Life ke pendant e hlahisitsweng ka theknoloji ya 3D printing. Sesosa sa motheo ke brass e kwahelweng ka rhodium, mme pendant ena e kopantswe le ketane ya gauta e tshweu (9ct white gold curb chain) e hlophisitsweng hantle. Pendant ena e na le bophara ba disentimetara 3 (diameter), mme ketane ya yona e na le botelele ba disentimetara 45. Moralo ona o hlahisa setso sa Bagerike, setaele se bonolo (minimalistic), le mola o tsoang thothokisong ea Odysseus Elytis. Mokgwa wa additive manufacturing o dumella temeko e ngata le e hlokolosi holim'a sebopeho, ha e ntse e boloka sebopeho se le bobebe le se tiileng. Gold Wind of Life e ka rwalwa jwalo ka ntho e hlaha e bontshang boemo, kapa jwalo ka sebaka se nyenyane sa mokgabo.

The Recognition

About the Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award

Gold Wind of Life Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Pendant ke mohapi oa Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award, kananelo e hlomphehang e fuoang meralo e metle e finyellang litlhoko tsa porofeshenale le tsa indasteri tse lebelletsoeng ho lintho tse hlahisitsoeng tse entsoeng hantle. Bahapi ba Tšepe ba bontša bokhoni bo boholo, bokhethehi bo phahameng, kutloisiso ea litsebi le bokhoni ba boqapi ba baqapi ba bona. Gold Wind of Life Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Pendant e lebelletsoe ho ba ntho e hlahisitsoeng e hlomphuoang haholo, e ratoang le e ratehang, e sebetsang le e nang le mehopolo e mecha. Moralo ona o hapileng Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award o kenyelletsa mekhoa e metle ka ho fetesisa ea indasteri mme o na le litšobotsi tsa theknoloji tse nang le bokhoni tse amanang le tsebo le talenta. Ka lebaka la botlalo ba eona, Gold Wind of Life Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Pendant e tšoanelehela tlhompho mme e entsoe ho fana ka ntlafatso ea bophelo e thusang ho etsa hore lefatše le be sebaka se molemo.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This project stands out for its unique features that set it apart from other jewelry pieces. Firstly, the use of 3D printing technology allows for the creation of intricate and precise designs that would be difficult to achieve using traditional jewelry-making techniques. Secondly, the incorporation of Greek culture, including the poetry of Odysseus Elytis and the minimalistic style of Zoi Roupakia, adds a layer of meaning and significance to the design, making it unique and meaningful. Finally, the pendant features a unique artwork designed specifically for this project, resulting in a visually striking and one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry.
Dimensions & Packaging: This is a pendant that has been produced using 3D printing technology, with the base material being rhodium-plated brass. It is accompanied by a 9ct white gold 18 diamond cut curb chain, which is delicate in nature. The pendant has a diameter of 3cm, while the chain's length is 45cm. The product is packaged in a box, with a small card that displays the title of the artwork's name.
Tags: jewellery, pendant, art, wearable art, 3D printing
Production Technology: Additive manufacturing. 3D Printing.
Design Challenge: The challenge was to design a visually appealing pendant that incorporates Greek culture and minimalistic style while overcoming the limitations of 3D printing technology and ensuring durability and lightness. The designer needed to represent cultural elements aesthetically and create an intricate design within 3D printing's technical constraints. The objective was to create a visually striking and meaningful pendant that meets technical and material requirements.
Research: This research project investigates the creation of a visually striking pendant using 3D printing technology and rhodium-plated brass. It incorporates elements of Greek culture and minimalist design inspired by Zoi Roupakia, as well as a line from a poem by Odysseus Elytis. The designer utilized CAD software to create a digital model of the pendant, which was refined and printed using a high-resolution 3D printer. The project demonstrates how cultural elements and artwork can be incorporated into the design process to create a unique and meaningful product.
Inspiration: This piece of art is influenced by Zoi Roupakia's minimalistic style and draws inspiration from elements of Greek culture. Specifically, it is inspired by the line "Gold wind of life..." from "The Little Mariner," a poem by Odysseus Elytis, a Greek poet who was awarded the Nobel Prize. This artwork is also a tribute to Alekos Fassianos, a renowned Greek painter.
Project Duration: The project started in 2018, in Cambridge, UK.
Operation Flow: The pendant is easy to operate, with the user attaching the chain and securing it using the clasp. It can be worn as a statement piece or a subtle accessory, adding sophistication and elegance to any outfit. Interacting with the pendant involves admiring the intricate design and texture achieved through 3D printing. The use of rhodium-plated brass and delicate 9ct white gold chain adds luxury and durability, complementing the overall aesthetic.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Zoi Roupakia, 2018
Team Members: Zoi Roupakia
Image Credits: Image #1: Zoi Roupakia, 2018
Image #2: Zoi Roupakia, 2018
Image #3: Zoi Roupakia, 2018
Image #4: Zoi Roupakia, 2018
Image #5: Zoi Roupakia, 2018