Density Vase
May 24, 2014
Inspirational Art
Intricacy in construction can be achieved in a variety of ways. The simple repetition of a single type of element can create rich texture but like everything we talked about this week, takes a bit of patience. Ukraine artist, Iryna Osinchuk-Chajka, created this intriguing vase in this manner, applying small petal shapes over and over, for rows and rows, to complete the design. This piece is part of her home decor line. She take vases, office organizers, soda cans, and any other shape that interests her and then applies these repeated shapes to the surface, to create the enticing texture.
When you look at Iryna’s Flickr Photostream, her Etsy shop, and her live journal, you can see how much she is influenced by nature, particularly florals. Have you ever tried one of these layering techniques in your work? It is time consuming, but the results can be well worth the effort.
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Mesmerizing Mokume
July 16, 2012
Inspirational Art, Polymer community news
Is it just me or do these bracelets by Ukrainian polymer artist Iryna Osinchuk-Chajka just hypnotize you? A simple swirl design but a constant change in color and contrast grabs and keeps your attention.
Her explanation of how she works certainly attests to the results. Iryna says “every time I make something I kind of watch a little magical performance”. And then so do we!
You can see more of her mesmerizing work on her website at and in her Etsy shop.
Intricacy in construction can be achieved in a variety of ways. The simple repetition of a single type of element can create rich texture but like everything we talked about this week, takes a bit of patience. Ukraine artist, Iryna Osinchuk-Chajka, created this intriguing vase in this manner, applying small petal shapes over and over, for rows and rows, to complete the design. This piece is part of her home decor line. She take vases, office organizers, soda cans, and any other shape that interests her and then applies these repeated shapes to the surface, to create the enticing texture.
When you look at Iryna’s Flickr Photostream, her Etsy shop, and her live journal, you can see how much she is influenced by nature, particularly florals. Have you ever tried one of these layering techniques in your work? It is time consuming, but the results can be well worth the effort.
If you like this blog, support The Polymer Arts projects with a subscription or issue of The Polymer Arts magazine as well as supporting our advertising partners.
Is it just me or do these bracelets by Ukrainian polymer artist Iryna Osinchuk-Chajka just hypnotize you? A simple swirl design but a constant change in color and contrast grabs and keeps your attention.
Her explanation of how she works certainly attests to the results. Iryna says “every time I make something I kind of watch a little magical performance”. And then so do we!
You can see more of her mesmerizing work on her website at and in her Etsy shop.
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