Main Gallery
Best in Show 2013
Untitled 2012
Maker: Jisu Jeon
Materials: stoneware,earthenware
Courtesy of the maker
Easy Link Wheelchair Transference System 2012
Maker: Alex Styants
Materials: prototype: aluminium, rubber, neoprene, foam
Courtesy of the designer
Surface Disclosures 2012
Maker: Amanda Flood
Materials: liquid enamel, copper, silver
courtesy of the maker
Surface Disclosures 2012
Maker: Amanda Flood
Materials: installation image
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Minimal Running Footwear 2012
Maker: Reid Douglas
Materials: prototype: rubber, neoprene, elastic, felt
Courtesy of the designer
One size fits none (waist) 2012
Maker: One size fits none (waist)
Materials: spandex, cotton thread, polyfill, nylon
Courtesy of the maker
Where am I going? 2012
Maker: Nirtika Niranjan
Materials: latex, urethane rubber
Courtesy of the designer
Immaterial 2012
Maker: Donna Cleveland
Materials: wool, alpaca
Courtesy of the designer
2012
Maker: Close quarters: Eva Charlton, Gabi Lardies , Grant Priest and Angelika Smuga
Materials: graphic design
Courtesy of the designers
E3F (Efficient, Ergonomic, Electric Fence) 2012
Maker: Dean Immers
Materials: prototype
Courtesy of the designer
Dragon Shadows 2012
Maker: Melanie Tan
Materials: silk
Courtesy of the designer
Disruptive Behaviour 2012
Maker: Matt Purcell
Materials: prototype: plaster, foil
Courtesy of the designer
Illuminating Textile Sculptures 2012
Maker: HyunJin Yun
Materials: knitted monofilament, retro reflective yarn, UV reactive thread, fibre optic strands
Courtesy of the designer
Wildenstein 2012
Maker: Joshua Fache
Materials: laser-cut leather
Courtesy of the designer
Genus: Rosebank 2012
Maker: Dorothy de Lautour
Materials: installation view
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Genus: Rosebank 2012
Maker: Dorothy de Lautour
Materials: sterling silver, cast silver, plastic tail-lights
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KAPOW! 2012
Maker: Charlotte Cho
Materials: cotton, linen. Yarns: polyester, wool, nylon
courtesy of the designer
First Breath 2012
Maker: Mark Wu
Materials: prototype: plastic
courtesy of the designer
Untitled (chain reaction) 2012
Maker: Tineke Jansen
Materials: rubber, thread, latex gels
courtesy of the maker
LightSpace 2012
Maker: Jade Doel
Materials: prototype: acrylic, Echopanel, wire rope, wood
Courtesy of the designer
Installation view
Installation view
Installation view
Best in Show 2013
02 February 2013 - 02 March 2013
Best in Show is Objectspace's annual graduate exhibition showcasing a selection of outstanding work in the fields of Applied Arts and Design. Now in its ninth year, Best in Show 2013 functions as a platform for students launching their careers, while also providing an opportunity for the public to view a range of the latest exciting work to emerge from tertiary organisations.The selection for 2013 features the work of 21 students from the Auckland region. Representing the fields of ceramics, fashion, graphic design, jewellery, product design, and textiles, these students have addressed a range of ideas, including individual and local identity, mobility and health, impermanence, and the relationship between traditional and innovative technologies. Across these various disciplines, the students have created works, which are characterised by innovation, command of a medium or process, and strong visual impact.
The depth of enquiry and quality of the work is indicative of the students' commitment to their chosen areas of practice. Future plans for the next several years include: travel, collaboration as a form of sustainability, establishing new businesses, and participating in artist residencies. Objectspace is delighted that a number of previous Best in Show exhibitors have gone on to receive prominent opportunities at both a national and international level . The level of craftsmanship and sophistication in the work of this year's selected students bodes well for similar success in their futures also.
Objectspace would like to congratulate and thank all students and staff who contributed to Best In Show 2013. Students are from: AUT University (Te Wänanga Aronui o Tämaki Tämaki Makaurau), Hungry Creek Art and Craft School, Massey University (Te Kunenga ki Pürehuroa), Unitec (Te Whare Wänanga o Wairaka), and Whitecliffe College of Arts & Design.