Memories from the second FiftySix Design Talk: A Night of Cinematic Design Brilliance
The Third Act: A Spotlight on Lace as Craft
As the curtain rises for our third act, we’re pivoting the spotlight to a different yet equally compelling narrative: lace, not as material but as craft. This time-honored Maltese craft becomes the canvas for our next set of artists, Gabe and Nico Conti, each threading their own narrative through this intricate craftwork.
Nico Conti: The Alchemy of Tradition and Tech
Nico Conti extends the technique of lace-making into unexpected dimensions. His porcelain pieces, crafted with 3D-printing technology, reveal how a deeply-rooted practice can blossom anew in the age of digital craftsmanship. It’s as if he’s translated a historical language into modern script, all while preserving its original eloquence. Read more about Nico here
Gabe: Revitalizing Maltese Lace for the Modern Era
Gabe (Gabriella Lukacs) takes a different but equally innovative route. Her Merkaba collection infuses new life into Maltese lace-making, a craft kept vibrant through her modern-day interpretations. Gabe reminds us that the intricacies of this age-old technique can be fluent in the vocabulary of contemporary design, a perfect blend of yesterday and today. Read more about Gabe here.
FiftySix Design Talks is an exciting collaboration between The Golden Glitch and the Valletta Design Cluster. This dynamic partnership brings together artists, designers, and innovators for a series of talks that explore the intersection of tradition and modernity in design. It’s a space where time-honored crafts meet contemporary ideas, all hosted within the historic walls of Valletta.
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