Page 26 - Designing Ways 243
P. 26
PRODUCT
DESIGN
Art of Connection
ophie, the founder of Art of
Connection, is from France but has
Slived on the African continent for all
her childhood years. Further, as an adult
she has lived 23 years in Johannesburg,
amazing hub of culture and creativity in
Africa.
Sophie is fascinated by the way the
hand creates beautiful forms and has
made it her mission in life to celebrate
the remarkable talent and cultural legacy
transmitted by Masters of Craft.
Art of Connection believes in
weaving bonds between art, design and
craftsmanship to create and showcase
beautiful contemporary handcrafted
pieces.
Their pieces have a strong cultural
heritage, sustainably made in Africa by
the best artists and makers, all their pieces
are original and unique. Limited editions
are also available.
Once the pieces are completed and
finalised, Sophie extends the work and
its worth by taking it to viewers on an
international scale. Clients are mainly
26 Issue 243 • dw