Bertjan Pot (NL)
Air-Play
July 16th – July 22nd 2023
Bertjan Pot Netherlands
Bertjan Pot is a designer, probably best known for his Random Light (1999) and his ongoing collection of masks. Both projects started as material research, which is basically the starting point of each product created by Bertjan Pot. The outcome is usually a product showing a fascination for techniques, structures, patterns and colors.
Most experiments start quite impulsively by a certain curiosity for how things would function or how something would look. From there Pot takes on challenges with manufacturers to explore possibilities and push the boundaries a bit. The reward for each challenge is a new one.
VIDEO – Hot glue – Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
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The Workshop
This workshop is all about lightness.
‘Light’ as in the opposite of ‘heavy’, but also as in ‘lighthearted and playful’. Making things lighter is a great way to save energy, since the more mass, the more energy it costs to move things around. For me that makes it a very hot topic. Playing is a great way to learn. I like to keep things playful in my practice. Playing comes with an open mindset and attitude that is a very fruitful breeding ground for new ideas.
The workshop Air-Play is all about making things fly. What better way to test and learn about lightness than by making things fly? I will teach you to make and fly kites, hot air balloons and boomerangs. There will be a new challenge every day. I am very convinced that designers, architects and artists can learn a lot by making these lightweight and aerodynamic constructions that bring a lot of joy and hopefully will cast another light on your own practice.
Housing
Accommodation & food are included
We can accommodate for special catering
All participants sleep in dormitories
To book a private room or bring additional guests, get in touch: workshops@boisbuchet.org
Education
Our staff are available to help you conceptualize & produce your designs
Tools & materials are provided by Boisbuchet
All workshops are taught in English
The number of participants is limited to 22
Activities
Weekly campfire, exhibition & guided tour of the Domaine
Conferences from designers throughout the week
The famous Wednesday Porky’s party