Embodying the Sanskrit word for “the sun,” the SŪRYA collection shines with the warmth and renewal of spring. Designed by Lebanon-based multidisciplinary designer, Paola Sakr, each vessel in this captivating capsule collection is a labor of love, meticulously handcrafted by the artist through the meditative process of wheel throwing. While each one is different, the whole of the collection is commitment to individuality – every piece is a unique creation, with no two vessels exactly alike. In a world often driven by mass production, SŪRYA stands as a testament to the beauty of imperfection and the intimate relationship between the maker and the medium.
The vessels are formed by hand, with textures crafted solely through the artist’s touch, without the use of texture ribs. This hands-on approach not only preserves the essence of the wheel-thrown process but also gives each piece a tactile quality that invites interaction.
Pastel colors and color combinations subtly evoke the gentle awakening of spring. These soft hues reflect Sakr’s intention to embody a sense of rebirth and lightness, inviting you to connect with the renewing feeling of the season. Each vessel serves as a reminder of the beauty found in simplicity and the joy of creating.
The journey of working with clay has profoundly shaped Sakr’s perspective, teaching valuable lessons of patience and non-attachment. In every vessel, there is both an invitation and a reminder to experience the balance between letting go and maintaining a delicate sense of control – a philosophy Sakr strives to communicate through every object she creates. The artist has even coined this practice as “emotional design,” describing her work as both functional and emotionally charged.
To learn more about the SŪRYA collection by Paola Sakr, visit paolasakr.design.
