SIMPLICITY
SIMPLICITY
Simplicity is non-excess. In Swedish, the word “lagom” describes something that is neither too much, nor too little, but enough. Nevertheless, although the concept describes something uncomplicated, there is, hidden in it, an unspoken complexity.
To exist, simplicity cannot lose itself in the unnecessary.
Once all the surplus is removed, there is only the essential, that in its wholeness it can shine. To create something simple, one needs special attention. Simplicity does not try to be what it is not. It is natural and genuine in its existence, it is the expression of essence.
Simplicity is non-excess. In Swedish, the word “lagom” describes something that is neither too much, nor too little, but enough. Nevertheless, although the concept describes something uncomplicated, there is, hidden in it, an unspoken complexity.
To exist, simplicity cannot lose itself in the unnecessary.
Once all the surplus is removed, there is only the essential, that in its wholeness it can shine. To create something simple, one needs special attention. Simplicity does not try to be what it is not. It is natural and genuine in its existence, it is the expression of essence.
FELIPE is a fine art and commercial photographer based in London, UK. A naturally curious person with an avid imagination, he is drawn to the stillness and depth of nature taking a lot of inspiration from its landscapes, textures, patterns and shapes and using them as a way to convey and express his internal world.
BIA is a cook based in Stockholm, Sweden. She enjoys slow cooking and the social aspect of food. For her food is meant to be appreciated as a shared experience. With her wide range of interests, spanning from martial arts to music; from travelling to writing poetry and beyond, she always finds inspiration for her recipes in the most unusual places.
ANNA is a creative director based in Stockholm, Sweden. Her socio-political awareness and interest in arts made her realise that images can change the world. With her avid curiosity, research skills and passion for visual arts, she always brings a fresh perspective to the projects she collaborates on.
CURED EGG YOLK
Text by Felipe
Inspiration can come from the most unexpected places. Once, while Bia was testing recipes and techniques for this project, she decided to cure some egg yolks. After days of waiting for them to get fully cured, Bia finally showed the result to Anna and me, hoping we could help her come up with ideas for a recipe. Mesmerised by its intense hue, I was immediately intrigued to use the cured yolk in a picture. It reminded me of the sun on a warm Summer evening. Then, I decided to create an abstract landscape at sunset, drawing inspiration from Olafur Eliasson’s installation “The Weather Project”, presented in 2003 at Tate Modern in London.
The shape and colour of the yolk also reminded me of James Turrell’s work. The powerful way that he uses colour and simple shapes in his installations, inspired me to create a second picture.
These limited edition prints are available here.
