Human Nylon "Life jackets, bullet proof vests, seat belts etc are made of Nylon. As a final project in Brighton I explored the protective qualities and the safety in this amazing material. I became Human Nylon to find out more about how and where Nylon is protecting us." Riitta Ikonen
Another very inspiring piece of work by Riitta Ikonen and a precursor to her more recent costume installation projects .
Ritta Ikonen is a Finish artist living in London, she trained in illustration at Brighton but grew up with a sewing machine. Her work is unique and very inspiring as she creates costumes that then become performance pieces and are recorded and exhibited through photography to highlight ecological and environmental issues.
"The super-garments I make, open up new experiences. In my costumes tremendous things happen- to me and the people I work with." Riitta Ikonen
A wonderful thing to be able to say about a garment that you have made, to read more of this interview go here.
