Jain Symbolism in Unit 2
In Unit 2, I explored Jain symbolism, which turned out to be quite successful.
Reimagining Jain Objects for Unit 3
For Unit 3, I wanted to explore Jain objects and how I could reimagine them. The Jain broom and vessels are, I think, the most commonly seen Jain objects.
Vessels Inspired by Jain Practices
Taking inspiration from the vessels, I wanted to create objects that have the same colors, since red and white are known to be the colors of God. I started brainstorming on how I could make vessels that encourage people to take only as much as needed and not waste any food. After eating, Jain monks add a little water to their vessels and drink it, making sure not even a single grain goes to waste. They eat whatever comes in their vessel while trying to maintain neutral emotions and opinions about the food. They don't see food as a pleasure but as a need of their body. I want to embody this perspective in the vessels.
I thought of a few designs where I could reshape the vessels to make people think about quantity. I could use text or an instruction manual on the vessels.
It's a little difficult to build in ceramics as I haven't polished my skills in this medium. I thought of making the vessels out of wood using the woodturning technique.
Reimagining the Jain Broom
The second object was the broom. I had a couple of ideas on how the Jain broom could be reimagined. I came up with side table designs that would look like brooms. I wanted the concept of being gentle to be a reminder In daily objects around us. On further discussion with Oscar, it was decided to incorporate movement in the side table designs to mimic the action of sweeping. I was really satisfied with the idea and started prototyping.
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