Local collaborative textile design studio SMTNG GOOD has teamed up with Cape Town-based graphic designer and illustrator Ben Eagle, aka Ben Veitch, on a new blanket.

Known for his minimalist approach to art, Ben’s latest offering for SMTNG GOOD features a graphic shape inspired by “the never-ending search for balance and unity, while exploring the relationship between certain shapes,” says Ben. “This forms part of the same family as our “Duo” and “Donut” handwoven wall art collaboration.”

“I’m really intrigued by the relationship between form and colour,” adds Ben. “I like finding balance between the two. It may look super simple, but it’s not always easy making shapes work perfectly and elegantly together.”

The jacquard machine-knitted blankets, made from 100% cotton, feature a ribbed border, and measure roughly 140cm x 180cm, ideal for the end of a bed, for use on a couch or using on an outdoor picnic.

Each blanket is branded with a genuine leather, laser-engraved label, beautifully folded & tied with ribbon, and packaged with an A5 print of Ben Eagle’s artwork. The blankets retail at R3 800 each.

For more information and to shop online, visit somethinggoodstudio.com.

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Local graphic designer and illustrator Ben Eagle, aka Ben Veitch, is known for his colourful, minimalist approach to art.

We decided to catch up with him to find out more about inspiration, dream collabs and his latest experimentation with ceramics.

Your work is strongly based on bold colour and abstract shapes. What inspires your pieces?

I’m really intrigued by the relationship between form and colour. I like finding a balance between the two. It may look super simple, but it’s not always easy making shapes work perfectly and elegantly together.

You’re starting to branch out – what made you decide to try your hand at making ceramics?

It sort of happened by mistake. I was looking for something fun to do one weekend, so I gave it a shot and instantly fell in love. It’s really therapeutic!

Will the ceramics be available to the public?

I didn’t expect to get such a positive response, but seeing as so many people are interested I am definitely going to start working towards releasing a small series.

Who would you most like to collaborate with locally, and why?

Definitely my friend Nkuli [Mlangeni], aka THE NINEVITES. She makes the most amazing handwoven rugs. I would also love to make a range of ceramics for a restaurant, or something along those lines. If you’re a restauranteur, hit me up!

Which one of your projects have you most enjoyed working on so far?

I really enjoyed working with Sol-Sol Menswear, Mat [Mathew Keiser] is a good friend of mine and we worked well together. I hope to work with him again soon.

What’s next for Ben Eagle?

More prints, more ceramics, more exhibitions.

Follow Ben on Instagram to keep up to date with new work.

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