Seaside 海邊 by Rianne Aarts is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award 鐵獎 in 美術設計 Competition Category.

鐵美術· 2024

Seaside 海邊

by Rianne Aarts

Client: Teddy and Wool

A' Design Award 鐵獎 Winner in 美術 Category

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The Design

About Seaside 海邊

《海邊》係一件圓形嘅紡織藝術品,專為掛牆展示而製作。作品以粗身天然棉繩手工編織而成,以綫條打結嘅方式,增添動感同層次,呈現出波浪起伏嘅意象。棉繩經人手染色,混合多種染料同天然顏料,營造出一種寧靜大地色調,並帶有微妙嘅漸變效果。下緣嘅棉纖維經修剪處理,以完成順滑嘅圓形輪廓。呢種圓形設計同直綫幾何藝術同家具形成鮮明對比。作品配有安裝支架,令其稍微離開牆面懸掛,營造立體層次感。呢個系列提供七種直徑選擇,由50厘米到127厘米不等。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 鐵獎

Seaside 海邊是 A' Design Award 鐵獎得主，這是授予滿足人們對設計精良的創作所期待的專業與工業要求的優良設計的聲望認可。鐵獎得主展現出其創作者的高超技藝、高度專業化、專家級的理解力和創造能力。預計Seaside 海邊將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的創作，既實用又創新。這件贏得 A' Design Award 鐵獎的設計整合了行業最佳實踐，並擁有與專業知識和才華相結合的稱職技術特性。Seaside 海邊因其嚴謹而受到尊重，旨在提供有助於讓世界變得更美好的生活品質改善。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This circular, handmade textile artwork is called Seaside - the divide between land and water. The thick cotton cord is knotted in lines to add movement and depth, forming the sea's undulating waves. Hand-dyed using a unique and specialized process, the artist Rianne Aarts adds color utilizing a blend of dyes and natural pigments. This results in a calm and soothing earthy color palette with a subtle gradient.

The cotton fibers at the bottom are carefully cut, to create that smooth circular form. It's that soft round form that will make for a great contrast to typical, strong-lined geometric art or furniture, and ensures balance and harmony throughout the room.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimensions / size options (diameter):

Small: Ø 19.7" (50 cm)
Medium: Ø 27.5" (70 cm)
Large: Ø 31.5" (80 cm)
XL: Ø 35.4" (90 cm)
2XL:Ø 39.4" (100 cm)
3XL: Ø 43.3" (110 cm)
4XL: Ø 50" (127 cm)
Tags: Art, Textile art, Fiber Art, Wall Decor, Wall Art, Handmade Art, Wall Tapestry, Home Decor, Macrame Wall Hanging, Wall Hanging
Production Technology: Handmade using natural cotton and organic (non-toxic) dyes/pigments. Hung using mounting brackets, for a wonderful 'floating'-look.
Design Challenge: One of the creative challenges I embraced in crafting Seaside, was my determination to depart from the conventional. Instead of the typical straight-lined or square art pieces, I set out to create a round, circular artwork.

This unconventional approach came with its own set of challenges, from selecting the right materials to ensuring structural integrity. However, it was a challenge worth undertaking, as it allowed me to push the boundaries of fiber art and create a piece that truly resonates with the everlasting allure of the seaside.
Inspiration: Inspired by nature, Seaside emerged from my fascination with the enduring dialogue between land and sea. This circular fiber artwork encapsulates the timeless harmony and tension between these natural forces. Through it, I hope to evoke contemplation about the dynamic beauty of our coastlines, encouraging a deeper connection with the natural world.
Image Credits: Rianne Aarts - Teddy and Wool