茶私人 Chasiren

Hybrid Theory

Creative Process Journal

Epoxy · Stone · Metal

Jasmine Koh Xiu Zhen · 23935

Hybrid Theory Overview

In this Hybrid project, we were required to explore several material combinations in order to create a new type of 茶碗 (chawan), 茶筅 (chasen) and 茶杓 (chashaku). Through the usage of Stone, Metal and Epoxy, I was able to acheive the intended aesthetics of combining natural stones with a man-made material. Epoxy acted as an adhesive and structural agent for the different elements.

Sketches Design Ideas

In my attempts to to create a new form of 茶碗 (chawan), 茶筅 (chasen) and 茶杓 (chashaku), I explored a variety of shapes and sizes while also considering alternative ways of interactions such as shaking, spinning, and tapping.

Epoxy, Plastic & Dried Flowers

Objective

The objective of the experiment was to find out if it was possible to preserve the natural colours of flowers while also adding a new texture. To do this, I added plastic sticks that also acts as additional structural support.

Process

1. Dried flowers cut into smaller pieces.

2. Pour Epoxy resin in the ratio of 5:3.

3. Plastic sticks added.

4. Let it cure for 24 hours.

Outcome

The material used in this experiment fulfilled my intent of creating a new texture while retaining the colours of a raw material. The texture of the plastic sticks and colours of the flower was fully sealed in the Epoxy resin.