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Take Five

Take Five > Art & Photography

Joburg artists Hlanganani Nkambule and Melikhaya Ntlangeni’s Izikhotane-inspired cartoon touched a chord with readers this week.

16 May 15
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Nigerian graphic designer stumbles onto the world's art stage

African Report > African Design

Karo Akpokiere first heard about the Venice Biennale four months ago. Now his work, an ongoing love letter to his home in Lagos, is causing a stir there.

15 May 15
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“Behind the Biennale” by Oscar Boyson

FilmFestFriday > Art & Photography

Director Oscar Boyson makes a hilarious and informative short film mapping the cultural influence of the 120-year-old Venice Biennale.

15 May 15
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iSpy goes into the garden for new range

Lookbook > Craft

Knysna-based textile studio iSpy’s latest range was inspired by the plants in designer Lauren Frates’ garden and two cheeky birds that visit them.

15 May 15
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A contemporary folding chair by David Irwin Studio

Product Spotlight > Product Design

British designer David Irwin showcases his contemporary folding chair at the exhibition "Tools for Everyday Life" at ICFF 2015.

15 May 15
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ICFF Studio rounds up 11 young furniture designers

Next Generation > Design Thinking

These prototypes by emerging talent from around the world will be shopped to manufacturers at this year’s ICFF Studio in New York.

14 May 15
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"Eyes Fade" by Amy Ayanda

Track of the Week > African Design

Electrofolk artist Amy Ayanda's haunting vocals swirl together with Thor Rixon's upbeat grooves in the latest track from her debut EP.

14 May 15
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Huemid plant vase by Carlo Ratti and Walter Nicolino

Design Frontiers > Product Design

Let your garden do the talking with the groundbreaking Huemid plant vase by Carlo Ratti and Walter Nicolino.

14 May 15
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Miniature works of wearable art by Tinsel

Lookbook > Design Thinking

"Tableaux", an exhibition of one-of-a-kind figurative jewellery pieces, opens at Tinsel Gallery in Joburg.

13 May 15
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Animation finds the humour in “Izikhotane”

Design News > African Design

Hlanganani Nkambule and Melikhaya Ntlangeni have taken a refreshing view of the notoriously extravagant South African subculture in a new animated video series.

13 May 15

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