Fly collection by Sofia Bankeström
«There is a hierarchy of materials, we value some more than others. I hope that we can be more open to value worked material from sustainable sources.» The FLY collection is a result of flow and pleasure. I started making these carved wooden creatures during an exhibition with more conceptual pieces where part of the display was my workbench. Some people sat down with me for a while and I found that simultaneously working with my hands would take the edge off any awkward silence that occurred. This low-key synergy turned out to be a method for making the spectator want to stay longer, explore the exhibition further and reflect on it with me. So, for me, they are connected with positive energy and as they are brooches they are made to be worn and taken along with you. This is what I want them to do, spread a playful energy and encourage interaction and communication. I define my practice as jewelry, but as I see it there aren’t really any limits for what this …