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The State of Design: Alaska

Lesley Taylor | Leave a Comment

Alaska may have the one of the smallest populations in the US (Wyoming takes the #1 spot), but that does not mean there is a lack of design talent. The work of these Alaskan designers is elegant in their simplicity, but there was something else that I can’t quite describe. It is as if under the stoic, practical surface, there is something is dark and brooding. Then again, this could just be me.

Thanks to Laura of inaeent for  introducing me to the artwork of Karinna Gomez. I have done printmaking before and it is a medium that I especially enjoy, so it was wonderful to see her work. I also loved the minimal, natural, and practical work from  Gold Heart Supply and Great Land Woodworking; a desk organizer out of a block of solid wood and a candle holder made from a section of Alaskan birch. Of course, as always, there is a lot of jewelry, which ranged from delicate to bold to just a little weird. I hope you enjoy all the work, and if you think I missed someone, please leave a comment.

Black Aurora Original Etching by Karinna Gomez

Black Aurora Original Etching by Karinna Gomez [buy]

Rose Gold Chevron Necklace by Burnish

Rose Gold Chevron Necklace by Burnish [buy]

Screen Printed Daisy Napkins by 517 New Creations

Screen Printed Daisy Napkins by 517 New Creations [buy]

Silver and Black Cuff by Alex Metal Arts

Silver and Black Cuff by Alex Metal Arts [buy]

Binary Sake Set by Inaeent

Binary Sake Set by Inaeent [buy]

Modern Wood Desk Organizer by Gold Heart Supply

Modern Wood Desk Organizer by Gold Heart Supply [buy]

Abstract Mixed Metal Earrings by OlivOva

Abstract Mixed Metal Earrings by OlivOva [buy]

Geometric Earrings by MiddleChildDesigns

Geometric Earrings in Sterling Silver by Middle Child Designs [buy]

Alaskan Birch Tea Light Candle Holder by Great Land Woodworking

Alaskan Birch Tea Light Candle Holder by Great Land Woodworking [buy]

Mokume Gane Rectangle Pendant Necklace by Elm Design

Mokume Gane Rectangle Pendant Necklace by Elm Design [buy]

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