art :: the balance of nature

Bill Dan's balancing act is amazing! At first glance you would think that these incredible stacked rock sculptures were photo-shopped. Or super glued maybe? No way could rocks so heavy and irregularly shaped as these be able to defy gravity in such an artful way. But somehow, some way this master of stone balancing pulls it off!

Even the birds agree that it's JUST COOL!

Check out Bill Dans Website,Rock On and watch the youtube video here.

furniture :: rock solid seating

Fooled ya! These aren't really rocks , but the comfortable creations of Ronel Jordaan. This South African textile designer takes her inspiration from nature, and uses felt to give free rein to her imagination. Socially conscious as well as gifted, Jordaan has set up a women's workshop in Gauteng- Johannesburg-where her personally trained artisans transform interlocking fibers, made from 100% merino wool, into these freeform oversized "stone" floor cushions. Though they may fool the eye, they provide immediately recognizable comfort to weary torsos in search of a relaxing seat.

Soft yet buoyant, the veined, smooth textured cushions can be arranged to support seat and back. Children love them. Parents love them. Guests love them, too. Hand washable in cold water. See more of Ronel Jordaan's creations at her website here.

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Felted Wool Stones at Viva Terra

via baekdal.com