Design

September 28, 2018

Ceramicist Carves into Pottery to Reveal Unexpected Layers of Color Underneath

Artist Sean Forest Roberts brings an experimental attitude to his ceramic practice. Working under the name Forest Ceramic Company, the Washington-based creative uses his background in chemistry and four years in science labs to explore new ways to develop surface patterns and porcelain forms. His current work features marbling designs and carved ceramics—a practice that has gained him attention around the world. Roberts regularly shares peeks into his production process.

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September 24, 2018

These Are the Most Beautifully Designed Maps From Recent Years

If you love a good map, you'll want to get your hands on the new volume of The Atlas of Design. Every two years since 2012, the non-profit organization NACIS (North American Cartographic Information Society) has compiled the best-designed maps from hundreds of entrants. The results are placed in a limited edition volume for cartography junkies to enjoy. The 2018 edition is no exception, featuring 32 maps carefully judged for their superior design and quality.

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September 18, 2018

This Camera Lens-Inspired Watch Is the Perfect Timepiece for Photography Lovers

Whether you are a photographer yourself or someone who just loves the look of vintage cameras, TACS' new watch is for you. Designed to “capture the soul of photography,” the Automatic Vintage Lens II is a timepiece that features subtle touches to remind photographers of their favorite hobby and chosen profession. The inner workings of the timepiece are also exposed, giving a glimpse through the “lens” to see how the watch functions.

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September 15, 2018

19th Century Color Guide Is Transformed Into an Online Resource for Designers

Since the 19th century, Abraham Gottlob Werner's Nomenclature of Colours has been an important reference for artists, scientists, and naturalists looking to learn more about how the earth is broken into color. The incredible guide shows the myriad tints and shades that surround us and how pigments blend harmoniously together in order to create innumerable color palettes. Nomenclature of Colours was first published in 1814 and was recently re-published by Smithsonian Books.

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