Surprise attack
There were rumours, there were tweets, there were reported sightings around town days before and finally, putting paid to it all – there was the Daddy G DJ set!1234PreviousPauseNextPosted 27 Feb 15By...
View ArticleDay three in pictures and ideas
From renegades to stalwarts, art to advertising, tactile to digital and narrative to chaos: here is a snapshot of Design Indaba Conference 2015's closing day.An unofficial theme developed on the third...
View ArticleCasey Neistat on why YouTube is the best option for film distribution
YouTube is the most romantic version of film distribution that's ever been, says Casey Neistat."Everyone has the same access that I have," says Neistat, on why YouTube is such a democratic platform....
View ArticleQuote unquote
Inspiring lines and thought-provoking ideas heard this week on the Design Indaba Conference stage.1234567891011121314151617Xolisa Dyeshana, Joe PublicHella JongeriusTommaso Lanza, The WorkersStanley...
View ArticleEmily Oberman: 10 things I’ve learnt
Graphic designer Emily Oberman’s Design Indaba Conference presentation highlights 10 things she has learnt from 20 years at SNL. Posted 27 Feb 15By Design IndabaGraphic Design &...
View ArticleAnd the winner is ...
The Design Indaba Innovation Award is an annual prize awarded to one new design showcased at Expo. This year the prize goes to eLabs for its Watt Scooter.123The Watt Scooter by eLabs won the innovation...
View ArticlePlaying with clay
In this interview, we chat with Catherine Ash about ceramics in the contemporary age. 1234Geometric teardrop vase by Catherine Ash. Blue and yellow diamond vase by Ash CeramicsCatherine Ash began began...
View ArticleThe stuff of legends
Illustrations of local myths by 44 different artists are selling like hot cakes from the "Paper Planes" exhibition at Design Indaba Expo.1234567891011Paper Planes is a group exhibition at Design Indaba...
View ArticleThe feminine allure
Renowned South African fashion designer David Tlale captivated local fashionistas as he took to the Design Indaba Expo fashion ramp. 1234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829David Tlale:...
View ArticleLost in the euphoria of creating
Emerging Creative Rich Mnisi tells us about the inspiration behind his fashion brand OATH12345678910Fashion brand OATH.Fashion brand OATH.Fashion brand OATH.Fashion brand OATH.Fashion brand...
View ArticleThe Boomslang voted Most Beautiful Object in South Africa
Kirstenbosch's suspended walkway designed by Mark Thomas and Henry Fagan is the public's choice in the Most Beautiful Object in SA at Design Indaba Expo 2015.Posted 1 Mar 15By Kelly BermanAfrica Is...
View ArticleDesigner advice (Part One)
Wise words for aspiring creatives from some of the most globally acclaimed design professionals. Posted 2 Mar 15By Irene BoshoffCreative Economy• Fashion & Jewellery Design• Interaction DesignPoint...
View ArticleSpinning a yarn
The Masana Collection is a new range of handwoven rugs, each made by a single artisan from natural hand-spun yarn. 1234567891011121314151617The Masana Collection is a new range of handwoven rugs, each...
View ArticleSounding off on Design Indaba Music 2015
Music writer Jon Monsoon reflects on the sonic variety on offer at Design Indaba Music 2015, from happy downbeats to violent shoegaze.12345678910111213141516M.anifest.M.anifest.M.anifest.Amy...
View ArticleEthically minded fashion
Organic fashion brand The Joinery uses hemp as a design material to reduce the carbon footprint of the local fashion industry. 12345The Hempsuit by South African fashion brand The Joinery. Image: Lyall...
View ArticleThe memory of a print
Fashion and textile designer Sindiso Khumalo recently launched a fashion collection very different from anything she has done before. 123456Sindiso Khumalo launches her latest fashion collection at...
View ArticleA comic spread
South African comics are becoming progressively more prominent on the global storyboard. 1234567A fun piece of art by Sean Izaakse which plays off of the current obsession with all things "50 Shades of...
View ArticleSponsored content: The search for ZA design talent is on!
Nando’s Hot Young Design 2015 competition is calling young South African designers to propose a light for the interior of a Nando's restaurant. Africa meets China with these SA designed woven...
View ArticleGut feeling
Afro Delft’s latest collection translates the sensation of “having butterflies” onto enamel. 12Bowel bowls by Anna-Carien Goosen.The first edition of Anna-Carien Goosen's bowel bowls....
View ArticleIdyllic fashion
Popular South African fashion designer Thula Sindi launched a collection that celebrates milkmaids and cowboys. 12345678910111213141516171819Thula Sindi launches his latest collection at Design Indaba...
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