Julho 22, 2008
japanese inspiration. beyond tradition
I have seen lots of japanese art exibitions lately, including this beautiful Ukiyo-e exibition at Pedrera, in Barcelona. It made me think about a incredible japanese artist, worldwide well known, that still now was not ”used” as a reference for decorative trends. Her name is Yayoi Kusama.
Actually, I discovered that she used to perform fashion shows during the 60s, that she recently made a collaboration with Issey Miyake and that her work was the theme (and she was the coordinator) of a Bunka Fashion College fashion show.
But, i still believe in her as a very importante graphic inspiration (and it could be massive). She uses some of the 80s colors, with all those 50s polka dots (crazy polka dots) and lots of very particular pattern and very recognizable symbols like those pumpkins…
And, you know. As I was researching, I discovered that Marc Jacobs was faster than me! He discovered her (or used her work as a plataform) before than me (december 2007). Ok, ok. He is that bloody genius, and I am just starting in that business.
Should I start again? Should I look for another trend? Or should I be proud of my coolhunting eyes…?
Anyway… as Marc Jacobs just used Kusama’s patterns, instead of making a real collaboration with her, I think there is an open space here for new partnerships with the artist. A good collaboration could be with Vitra Design, developing with her a new sofa – based on her artistic shapes – and new graphic designs to the entire line. What about a sofa light this one?
An that one?
I can see a hole line of home wear now! From sofas to cups. Happy polka dots for everyone!
Julho 20, 2008
the decisive moment
After our photography class with Jorge Rodriguez, I tried to practice, sharping my eyes and my mind to find the Decisive Moment to take a picture. Here are the results of a walking at Parc de la Ciutadela
Julho 20, 2008
cross-media
Definition from Wikipedia: “Crossmedia (also known as Cross-Media, Cross-Media Entertainment, Cross-Media Communication) is a media property, service, story or experience distributed across media platforms using a variety of media forms.”
My example: a book, a best-seller book, that comes with a soundtrack composed by the author/writer. To read and listen at the same time. And to go deeper and deeper into the story.
The Shadow of the Window, a best-seller book from Carlos Ruiz Zafón
Julho 17, 2008
a surprise in a “box”
I am really impressed by the quality of the instalations and exhibitions that Caixa Forum (a “private” museum from a spanish bank) is presenting at Madrid and Barcelona.
At first, the Madrid building with this incredible vertical garden… is stunning! It used to be an eletrical center and was recriated to be this cultural center.
Inside, a beautiful and extensive exibition about Alfons Mucha and his work
In Barcelona, CaixaForum has its installations at an old factory. With lots of different spaces, offers activities for everyone who enjoys art and music.
That summer, those who are on the city have the opportunity to see contemporary chinese art. A privilege!!
