MA Fashion Artefact
Beauty, grandeur, mystery and danger are natureâs messages; thus, the study of the form and functional characteristics of a natural structure is what provides inspiration for my work. Examining organic forms, deriving from a vast research on microbiology, my challenge was to base my research mainly on diseased cells: bacteria, fungi or cancer cells. These cells try to take over the organism by altering cellular genetic constitution, which results in continuing to divide when they should not and so becoming rogue cells. The idea is to step out of the conventional jewellery/accessories context in order to develop a unique series of precious objects. Aim of it was to see what can be achieved with the combination of new technologies (CAD, CNC machining) and traditional mold making and casting techniques. For this collection I focus on the bilateral symmetry because the human body is considered to be part of this category."Bi-" is a prefix meaning "two," so a bilaterally symmetrical being is one whose body is capable of being split in two identical halves. But the symmetry applies only to the basic framing structure of the body and not necessarily the insides. Symmetry is a chosen subject because it stands out; it demands attention, which is what I try to incorporate into my pieces. It plays such an important role in a wide range of human activity. It has enjoyed a special place in both philosophy and theology. In this context, symmetry can be referred to as a great harmonizer and unifier. Mala Siamptani