We had the distinct pleasure to interview award winning designer Maciej Kasprzak about their original and creative Bracelet design work. Maciej Kasprzak is an award-winning fashion designer, that makes our world a better place with their original bracelet works.
Maciej Kasprzak ("MK") answered Design Interview ("DI") questions about their award-winning work Dance Bracelet. Interview questions prepared by Frank Scott.
MK : The inspiration behind my design was the topic dancing and the way artists showed these inseparable part of any culture in their works. Because people go to museums less and less I wanted to bring the idea of these expressive ritual into their life by designing an everyday jewelry. Instead of playing with colors I payed around with the form. The light reflections should make an illusion of constant movement.
MK : I wanted to design a simple piece of jewelry that many people can afford. The segments can be easily replaced or added. It is also possible to combine silver and gold (plated) links. The focus was on creating a meaningful jewelry which can be used for example as a reminder of priorities set in life.
MK : I would ideally like to bring it onto the market under my name. But I am also aware that it is not easy to build a brand while studying. That's why I'm open to collaborations or offers.
MK : It took quite a long time. I designed it when I had more time and hadn't do anything for my studies or work.
MK : I was learning 3d modeling and around the same time my lecturer showed us dancing in different paintings. I can remember that the work of Henri Matisse looked already to me like a bracelet. I wanted to try if I can model a bracelet to this topic and that was it.
MK : I plan to sell or lease the production rights. If I don't get a good offer I am considering producing and selling it under my brand.
MK : I started with designing jewelry, because it is cost-effective, the material gives unlimited possibilities and this type of work is very beginner friendly for all who haven't got experience in design.
MK : The target customer are men and women who
MK : My design hasn't got a standard closure mechanism and the form of links is quite unique. I see my design as a small, wearable sculpture.
MK : I was inspired by old paintings which showed dancing people and the movement. "Dance" as a request calls to action. It goes with the message of the bracelet very well.
MK : I used a pen, paper, Pc with Blender and a 3d printer.
MK : The form of each link, the closure and the possibility of adding or reducing links.
MK : I did not collaborate with anyone for this design.
MK : With the 3d printing technology it is possible to produce complex jewelry pieces.
MK : My design isn't influenced by data or analytical research.
MK : The biggest challenge was to find good settings and material properties for the rendering.
MK : I wanted to show how good are my designs.
MK : I learned how to set lighting for good jewelry renderings.
