TALK supplements, Natsuki Matsuguma

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COVID-19 + ARTISTS sara shakeel ryo taniguchi

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TIME IS NOW TA L K IS NOW New line is born from NYLON. A b o o k d e d i c at e d t o a l l c r e at i v e p e o p l e A n e r a w h e r e A I c o n t i n u e s t o e v o lv e .

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Fashion, lifest yle , I n a d d i t i o n t o t h i s , w e w i l l m a i n ly i n t r o d u c e c r e a t o r s f r o m a l l over the world and provide hot topics and new things with the l i n e o f s i g h t u n i q u e t o TA L K .

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o matter where you cut it or where you look from, it’s definitely the worst spring.

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“The event was held, but the number of visitors has decreased dramatically compared to the previous time.” There were also voices saying, “Competition presentations have been changed to submission of proposals by email instead of face-to-face presentations.”

The cherry blossoms were scattering without being seen by anyone.

The year 2020 is when the painful news comes flying out.

If you turn on the TV, a stern-faced announcer calls you “stay home.”

Self-restraint, lockdown, social distance, This world problem has some effect on the lives of people around the world.

And creators have indeed been greatly affected by this.

the creators, the artists and we are living in an unknown era that does not know when it will end.

But every day they desperately think,

“What can I do?”

Then, it turns into action and encourages us to appeal.

For example, Banksy, the complaints and criticisms people felt were expressed as his caricatures and made a sensation in the world.

This time as well, a mask and masterpiece collaboration work were created that was suitable for the present time, and it became a global topic.

Many museums have been closed and exhibitions and trade shows cancelled or postponed due to the prohibition of mass gatherings.

Tate Britain has announced that Turner Award 2020 has been cancelled.

Instead, 10 of the participants will be nominated, a bursary of £ 10,000 will be given, and the 10 names will be announced in late June.

The Turner Prize is one of the most prestigious awards in the field of visual arts, and has been awarded to the UK and UKbased artists every year since 1984, based on its “contribution to the new development of contemporary art at the moment”.

Also, works that show respect to people working at medical institutions are highly acclaimed, are highly auctioned, and all the money is donated to medical staff.

In addition to him, several artists have released works calling for measures against coronavirus.

Also, how work proceeds are also affected, It seems that 62.9% of people have experienced “production of ad planning, event postponement” that they are in charge of.

Among them, I would like to introduce two artists who announced the works that called for measures against coronavirus.

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Sara Shakeel Sara Shakeel is a contemporary Pakistani artist famous for using glitter and Swarovski crystals to create both digital and physical collages in photography.

Her work is a very attractive work that is exactly like a girl’s yearning.

New work was announced on her Instagram on March 4th of this year.

Along with the message “Don’t forget to wash your hands”, she has released a work in which the photos that are being washed hands are glittered and arranged gorgeously.

In a Forbes interview, she talks about the work:

SHAKEEL answered only one of our questions.

Why did you decide to make works related to coronaviruses?

“Because I’m an artist.

I can’t be a doctor or a nurse, but I wanted to contribute to this world problem with my skills.

Artists can express their feelings by exchanging their feelings with the work and can send it to the world.

I think this is the same as being able to teach many people about this issue and call for countermeasures.

So I use my work to solve this world problem I hope the coronavirus will end soon.”

“This artwork is a direct interpretation of what I was actually doing! I had to convince myself every day after every interaction I had that I had to go to the bathroom and wash my hands. The routine was more intense and while I was washing my hands, I actually imagined the foamy lather sparkling, making me smile and enjoying the whole process.

ryo taniguchi He is famous for producing the mascot character for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. One

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of his most famous coronavirus-related works is “Amabie”.

“Amabie” is a Japanese ghost that has been

Most of my artworks are a direct representation of my emotions and feelings, I just had to create what I imagined and share it with the world! I mean whenever I wash my hands, I have a huge smile on my face, sometimes a simple piece of art is just the right amount of reminder we need in our lives!”

passed down in Japan since ancient times.

There is an old tradition that you can escape from illness and injury when you see this ghost, and now many Japanese creators are making illustrations, logos, and dolls with the motif of “Amabie”.

Certainly, looking at this photo doesn’t make me feel uncomfortable with hand-washing, and makes me think that it has something special.

A hashtag called # amabiechallenge can be created on Twitter and Instagram. It has become popular with the general public.

“Amabie” created by Taniguchi is a pop

Including this work, she also represented thanks to doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals by her other works. also, she has released a work that calls for “stay home” and “stay safe” using familiar items at home.

design that uses modern pastel colours to create an image of Japanese anime.

A cute character that overturns the image of being scare because of a ghost. It gives viewers a healing and positive impression.

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I got the chance to interview him.

They have something in common. they are addresses this issue with their

Why did you decide to make a work with the theme of “Amabie”?

works and action

“I wanted to contribute to this world problem with my skills.”

On Twitter, “# Amabier Challenge” shows that many people are drawing amaviers My wife taught me and when I looked at Twitter, I thought that everyone was having fun making “Amabie”. This feeling is indispensable to the art of “making with fun”.

As an artist, I thought I had no choice but to make this.

I also wanted to make as many people as possible positive about my work.

this word of Shakeel and

“I want as many people as possible to be positive in my work,”

Taniguchi’s words are very important to us today.

I heard that Mr Taniguchi is the creator of the mascot character for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

What are your feelings for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics?

First, think about what you can do and carry it out.

There is no one in the world who can do

Well... the Olympics have been postponed to next year for the time being, I can’t do anything about this, so I have to leave it to the flow.

If it doesn’t work next year, it won’t be postponed any more, so I just hope that the corona turmoil will settle.

Of course, I would like people all over the world to enjoy the sport of 2021 with the characters I made.

nothing.

Wash your hands and Put on a mask.

THAT ENOUGH! This is not just the issue of coronaviruses, but other issues as well.

It may be a chance to change something by raising your voice,

During the epidemic of coronaviruses, many artists living in the art world are creating works with coronaviruses. Any thoughts on that?

And if you just send anxious information,

Corona is a very negative event, but I think it’s wonderful to be able to turn it into a positive by outputting it as an artwork.

Not only art but also people working in music, cooking, entertainment and various fields offer various positive ideas. I am proud of their success as the same creator.

This is an important thing that leads to

I pray for the early termination of the coronavirus.

It can be said that they fulfil their responsi-

it’s just the same as boring news.

They are presenting the splendour of art that can be known only now. individual skill improvement.

In fact, “#amabiechallenge” must have been born because the public started to be interested in creative things. bilities as artists.

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Finally, our goal is a positive world.

The route up to that point is irrelevant, the goals are the same.

Wear a mask to create a positive world.

Protect social distancing now to create a positive world.

We speak and stand up to create a positive world.

For the dream of a peaceful world that will one day arrive.

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he tropical pat t e r n this summer’s trend

Even at this time when we can not travel abroad far, You can feel like a resort just by wearing a tropical pattern.

The spring/summer 2020 season has many motifs that make you feel nature, such as flowers, plants, animals, etc., due to the everincreasing flow of “sustainable” excitement.

The venue was filled with cheers, and in the standing ovation, she walked around the venue with dignified walking.

The dress is a homage to the tropical and gorgeous “Jungle Dress” worn

by Jennifer Lopez on the Grammy Awards Red Carpet in 2000.

Immediately in the spotlight from the world, it was 20 years ago when Google had no image search function yet.

This collection, which is a homage to one dress, is extremely gorgeous and tropical.

There is an anecdote that this triggered the development of the image search function.

At this show, the dresses of those days were updated modernly.

In particular, her dress incorporates jungle and natural patterns, so the expression is used extensively and is sublimated into modern and more luxurious décor.

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Among them, especially in the Versace spring/summer 2020 collection, the tropical pattern was outstanding.

Then, Jennifer Lopez wearing the bold silk chiffon dress appeared.

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Many brands, from high fashion to fast fashion, have announced designs using tropical patterns even in readyto-wear clothes.

When the last model finished the runway, the venue heard an announcement “OK, Google, now show me the real jungle dress”, and an image of Jennifer Lopez in a green dress was projected on the wall screen.

“Fashion contributed to the development of technology.”

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From nature such as jungle and tropical resorts to more familiar gardens and summer camps, various nature motifs and keywords have appeared.

Also, many brands are tackling marine plastic problems and up-cycles, and attention has been paid to earthfriendly materials such as recycled materials and environmentally friendly dyes.

The VERSACE Spring/Summer 2020 collection was unveiled on September 21st in Milan, with singer Jennifer Lopez on the stage unexpectedly at the finale of the show.

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Connecting the story of the material behind the jewellery, the feelings of

In the fashion industry, sustainability and ethical have been taken into consideration, and it is becoming a common era.

But in Japan, sustainability and ethical fashions are clothes and shoes.

the creator and the creator, and the beautiful nature to the future, not the [negative chain] of conflicts,

Very few people know that sustainability and ethnic are related to jewellery.

So this time, let’s talk about ethical jewellery, which is not well known in Japan.

child labour, exploitation and environmental destruction hidden in the shadow of jewellery.

Jewellery has a sensibility.

Jewellery is not a tool to symbolize or dress power, it is a special thing that reflects the thoughts of people.

And now, there are jewellery designers I want you to pay attention to.

Jewellery handed down from parents to children, jewellery was given as a token of love, gifts for family, friends, and yourself. Even though times have changed, jewellery is a symbol of people’s feelings.

S yd n e y Zi e m s Her work is made of shells and stones, all designed to give a natural feel.

Exactly ethical jewellery.

Most people would think of a high brand when they hear it a jewellery brand.

But do you know that many brands in the world handle Ethical jewellery?

Here are our recommended Ethical jewellery shops in the UK.

She founded her company, the Serendipitas Project, intending to make eco-friendly jewellery and accessories.

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The symbolic behaviour of the diversity of black women becoming company owners.

She mainly sells handcrafted jewellery in recycled silver and fair mined gold.

Very simple and trendy design.

She is one of the people who support the black community.

The average price is as high as 100 £, but if you put on any jewellery, it is sure to be a wonderful jewel that will be wrapped in a cool atmosphere.

May 25th, 2020 in the USA There was an incident in which a white police officer killed a black civilian by excessive interrogation.

As a result, people all over the world are now standing up and demonstrating to eradicate racism.

The owner, Francesca Kippax, has lived along the beautiful coastline of southern Vietnam and said she become realized that human gives environmental impact and she thinks wanted to develop eco-friendly jewellery at that time.

She reportedly donated all of the two weeks’ worth of money to the state of Minnesota where the incident occurred.

‘Designing and making jewellery that will one day be treasured by someone, is what I love. Ensuring it is made in an ethical and sustainable way makes it much more meaningful and distinctive.’

“We have to create accessories that everyone wants to feel confident in their skin.”

You can buy beautiful jewellery that considers the global environment from companies that consider diversity.

This is an opportunity to contribute to world problems.

When you buy this machine accessory, let’s check the ethical jewellery once!

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ritish fashion council has announced “2019 New Wave” to select 100 young creative talents from all over the world.

From Japan, twin influencer Amiaya was listed.

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The Japanese twin sisters, whose pink hairstyle and unique fashion are impressive, have been attracting attention from famous brands and companies, and are now being talked about in the world fashion scene and SNS. It has been used for popular magazines such as “VOGUE” and “Numero” and global campaigns such as H&M/MOSCHINO and FENDI.

The Twins unit is active as a fashion icon representing TOKYO. Debuted as a model in the street snap of Harajuku. The activity expands to the music scene with artists, DJs, and becomes a presence that spreads Japanese pop culture to the world.

The appearances at fashion shows in Milan and Paris were also featured in various overseas media.

In addition to the model business, he launched the fashion brand “jouetie”, grow into a popular brand supported by a wide range of people.

They have a wide range of activities, including music activities under the unit name of “AMIAYA”.

Among them, France’s “Le Figaro” posted an article online titled “The crazy style of twins during fashion week”.

The twin’s fashions that appeared in the Gucci, Versace and Dior shows have been posted extensively.

It is expected that their expression that fuses fashion and music will play an even more active role.

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“Why are they so loved?” we analyzed them from the viewpoint of TALK.

UNIQUE VISUAL Their pink hair that stands out even in fashion snaps.

The unique pink bob cut and unique hairstyle would have captivated many people!

Their flashy clothes are also a point of interest.

Their brand, jouetie, is popular for its slightly flashy and pretty clothes.

It feels attractive to those girls who can easily wear intimate clothes with details.

PLAYFUL ACCESSORIES Pay attention to not only clothes but also small items.

They are playful, and the accessories that you will never get tired of looking at are attractive to them.

The styling, which is packed with items that girls love, such as glitter items and colour items, is very cute!

A fascinating sense of fashion that doesn’t cut corners from the top of your head to your toes.

This is why they are loved by the world.

Their creative and productive power will also be a sample for TALK readers.

COLOURFUL FEET And their feet have a unique personality that makes them attractive. They often wear colourful socks and cute sandals.

Even at such feet, I will not get tired of watching because it will show various combinations.

Keep an eye on how their style will be walking around the world!

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