Swarovski Sponsorship

Chosen as one of the four finalists for Swarovski’s 2022 sponsorship, it has been an honor to collaborate and work together with the company’s team. Creating vibrant and glistening crystal gradients on my metallic sculptures, Swarovski’s brand identity very much compliments this collection as their visual choices aim to encourage self exploration, confidence, and expression. Similar to Swarovski’s, this collection also emotes magical self reflection through the interaction with the pieces. 

COLOR & CRYSTAL GRADIENTS

Initial exploration in gradient coats that will be covered in the corresponding colored crystals. Color on both the surface of the metal bag and the crystals match exactly to create a smooth color to color transitions.

 

Color on both the surface of the metal bag and the crystals match exactly to create a smooth color to color transitions.

FINAL COLORWAYS

 

SEPARATE MOLD & 3D MODEL

The 5 Swarovski styles of the collection require a separate mold making process that starts with repeating crystal sized alcoves throughout the surface of the bags’ 3D models.

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Swarovski Crystals of SS20 and SS16 are used to test set and ensure they fit perfectly in the alcoves.

PRODUCTION

  • 3D Printed

    The bag is first 3D printed, and then replicated in wax.

  • Wax Molds

    The first mold is replicated in wax, which is then casted.

  • Aluminum

    Melted aluminum is poured in to melt the wax away, resulting in a metal version of the shape.