Proof of Rain Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Setshwantsho sa Bonono sa Khalase by Derya Geylani Vurusan

Proof of Rain Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Setshwantsho sa Bonono sa Khalase by Derya Geylani Vurusan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award in Moralo wa Bonono bo Botle le Diketso tsa Bonono Competition Category.

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Proof of Rain Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Setshwantsho sa Bonono sa Khalase

by Derya Geylani Vurusan

Client: Derya Geylani

Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award Winner in Bonono bo Botle Category

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The Design

About Proof of Rain Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Setshwantsho sa Bonono sa Khalase

Mongolo wa Buka: Proof of Rain ke setshwantsho sa khalase sa kajeno se bululetsweng ke pula. Mosebetsi ona o entswe ka khalase e bopilweng ka mocheso, e nang le mebala e fapaneng ya bolulu. Marotholi a manyenyane, a bopilweng ka mosebetsi wa lelakabe le taolo ya ho fofa ha metsi, a emela marotholi a pula. Sebopeho se bululu se futhumelitsweng ka ho fokela se ka tlasa marotholi se emela poka ya diphihlelo tsa bophelo. Setshwantsho sena se lekana 380 ka 200 ka 450 millimeter. Proof of Rain e bontshwa jwalo ka setsi se sa sisinyeheng, mme leseli le pepesa botebo le ditshwantshiso tsa khalase. Morero ke ho kopanya tlholeho le boiphihlelo ba matsoho sebopehong se le seng.

The Recognition

About the Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award

Proof of Rain Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Setshwantsho sa Bonono sa Khalase 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. Proof of Rain Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Setshwantsho sa Bonono sa Khalase 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, Proof of Rain Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Setshwantsho sa Bonono sa Khalase 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

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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