Clusters of Diaphanous Textile Sculptures by Mariko Kusumoto Evoke the Ocean Floor



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Japanese artist and designer Mariko Kusumoto (previously) designs gossamer coral and sea creatures from comfortable fibers like polyester, nylon, and cotton. Embedded with little ripples or ethereal pockets, the standalone sculptures and wearables are translucent renditions of lifeforms, and their delicate compositions correspond with the fragility of the matter make any difference. The Boston-based mostly artist tends to cluster the unique items into more substantial works, developing sprawling reefs and various ecosystems brimming with color and texture.

Kusumoto is at the moment preparing for a solo exhibition future November at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach, Florida, and till then, you can discover additional of her ethereal works on Instagram.

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