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1. Works on Reflection II by Kim Thome : This Norwegian designer creates optical illusions using semi-transparent and reflective objects like two-way mirror. “I loooooove optical illusions. They tickle my mathematical and artistic bones,” says features and online editor Nadine Botha. -
3. Rings by Dear Rae : “I found Dear Rae at this year's Design Indaba. Lovely and local, I can't get enough of their work,” grins account director Cat Anderson. “So sweetly minimalist, playful and beautifully crafted — not to mention their very reasonable prices!” -
2. Leather clutch by Everpurse : Ever practical, managing editor Lise Avis lost her heart to this “gorgeous leather purse that can charge your smartphone when you are running low on battery.” -
6. The Event of a Thread by Ann Hamilton : Content director Sumien Brink recalled her icy New York trip in January this year and the sheer glow she left with after she came across this installation. “It left me inspired and in awe.” -
5. Tripot Teapot by Matthew Pauk : Art director Anton Pietersen says: “There’s nothing like a good cup of tea, especially these past couple of stormy, deadline days. This would be the perfect teapot to keep that tea piping hot and on tap.” -
4. Soundsuit by Nick Cave : “Not to be mistaken for the Australian musician is US fabric sculptor, dancer and performance artist Nick Cave. His soundsuits are designed to make a noise when worn,” explains features writer Debbie Loots. “It warms the heart on a winter's day.”
As we enter the last stretch of winter, bright colours and sweet awe are top of mind for the team this week. From the eye tricks of a Norwegian mirror artist to the aural novelty of artist Nick Cave’s vibrant soundsuits… Don’t forget the hot tea, a ring if you please and a nifty way to charge your phone. But sometimes memories of previous experiences, such as an installation in New York earlier this year, are the most vivid of all. Tell us which your favourite is.
See the VISI team’s previous picks of the week here.
1. kimthome.com
2. Everpurse.com
3. dearrae.co.za/products
4. jackshainman.com/artist-images9.html
5. matthewpauk.com
6. annhamiltonstudio.com
