Julia Körner is Inspired by the Madagascan Sunset Butterfly
Kalin Ned — June 8, 2020 — Art & Design
Contemporary creative Julia Körner really knocks it out of the park with the design of the Setae 3D-printed jacket. For the aesthetic, she takes cues from the beautiful wings of the Madagascan Sunset Butterfly. To achieve the expressive pattern, Julia Körner used microscopic photographs of the insect's wing. The algorithm was able to translate the color pixels into "bristles"—each of which was intended to resemble setae. These were then 3D-printed onto denim, bringing about the final product and "an enigmatic visual effect" for all to enjoy.
The key objective of the project, besides the fact of creating a strikingly elegant visual product that can be worn, was to showcase "how technology can work in harmony with textiles." The 3D-printed jacket is part of the Chro-Morpho Collection by Stratasys.
Image Credit: Ger Ger
The key objective of the project, besides the fact of creating a strikingly elegant visual product that can be worn, was to showcase "how technology can work in harmony with textiles." The 3D-printed jacket is part of the Chro-Morpho Collection by Stratasys.
Image Credit: Ger Ger
Trend Themes
1. Butterfly-inspired Fashion - The use of the Madagascan Sunset Butterfly as inspiration for fashion design presents an opportunity for innovative and environmentally conscious fashion brands to highlight the beauty of nature and promote sustainability.
2. 3d-printed Textiles - The use of 3D printing to create intricate and unique textiles enables designers to create customizable, efficient, and sustainable fashion products.
3. Algorithmic Design - The use of algorithms to create complex and precise patterns allows designers to create unique and visually striking designs that would be otherwise impossible to achieve.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Innovative and tech-savvy fashion brands can take advantage of 3D printing technology and algorithmic design to create sustainable and attention-grabbing fashion products.
2. Textiles - The use of 3D printing in textile production presents an opportunity for the textile industry to improve manufacturing efficiency, create customizable products, and reduce waste.
3. Tech Manufacturing - The intersection of technology and traditional manufacturing will continue to be a disruptive force in the manufacturing industry as new techniques, tools, and processes emerge, like 3D printing and algorithmic design.
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