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Design Residency GermanyReFib – Recycling Fibroins as Textile Refinement
The residency, organized by the State Art Collections Dresden, Museum of Decorative Arts (SKD), saw textile designer and scientist Kim Cordes explore how traditional German techniques of silk and wool processing could be combined with modern material research to find innovative ways of extending the lifecycle of these natural materials.
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Design Residency CroatiaThe Discovery of Purple (La decouverte de la pourpre)
During the residency by Oaza and Drugo more, artist Igor Eškinja investigated the history and ecological legacy of purple pigment production. Using these discarded shells, he created relief artworks that connect ancient myths, scientific research, and environmental concerns, turning a forgotten byproduct into a powerful medium for artistic expression.
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Design Residency Bosnia and HerzegovinaCross Craft Story
The residency by Zenica City Museum brings together product design student Adin Alispahić and blacksmith Miran Matošević to collaborate on creating innovative metal and woodwork pieces inspired by traditional Bosnian crafts, which will be used for a new permanent exhibition of the Zenica City Museum.
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Design Workshop GermanyPrecious Wood Workshops 2024
The workshops organised by University of Applied Sciences, faculty Angewandte Kunst Schneeberg will offer young designers, craftspeople and creatives an opportunity to experiment with wood, guided by mentors in engineering, craft, and design. Through lectures, workshops and field trips, participants will explore innovative uses of wood in the 21st century, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration and creative proposals. The workshops will produce a series of completed exhibition-quality pieces, expressive studies and prototypes.
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Fair CroatiaAND Fair: Abandon Normal Devices
The fifth edition of the AND Fair: Abandon Normal Devices in Rijeka will feature an intriguing showcase of various devices and objects, along with a rich program of workshops for both children and adults.