Craft-Inspired Painted Vases

The 'Black Magic Collection' Was Inspired by Layered Crayon Drawings

Elyse Graham‘s 'Black Magic Collection' showcased her stand-out vases which ware made from melding resin. To make her vases, Graham poured pigmented resin into a mold, layer by layer until her desired textured look was created. The vases are as unique as they are striking, providing a colorful yet aesthetically pleasing design.

Graham's main focus behind the project surrounds the concept of revealing beauty that may have been hiding in plain sight, or uncovering something beautiful that was always there. Graham received inspiration for the Black Magic collection from her children's crafts which involve crayon drawing layered with black paint. When the black paint surface is scratched off, the waxy colors are revealed.

These vases are both art and object, merging practicality with experimental design to create something that is as useful as it is beautiful.

Resin Art
The use of pigmented resin in art and design offers innovative opportunities for creating unique and textured pieces.
Layered Design
The technique of layering colors and materials in design provides a visually striking and dynamic aesthetic.
Hidden Beauty
The concept of revealing beauty that may have been overlooked or hidden in plain sight opens up possibilities for unique and unexpected designs.

Sectors Adopting This

Art and Crafts
The art and crafts industry can explore the use of pigmented resin and layered design techniques to create visually stunning and innovative products.
Home Decor
The home decor industry can incorporate the concept of hidden beauty into their designs to create pieces that surprise and delight consumers.
Fashion and Accessories
The fashion and accessories industry can experiment with resin art and layered design techniques to create one-of-a-kind statement pieces that stand out in the market.
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30% Men70% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
POPULARITY
Popularity 69%
Activity 27%
Freshness 8%

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