Tadeas Podracky on folklore as living systems in design
Czech experimental designer Tadeas Podracky merges traditional craftsmanship with modern digital techniques in his artistic creations. His work examines the intersection of art and design, highlighting the importance of authentic materials and the evolving nature of folklore. Noteworthy projects include 'Before the Shape Appears,' 'The Bloom of Bones,' and 'Fading Reflection,' all of which delve into themes of transformation and cultural memory. Podracky earned his master’s degree from institutions in Prague and Eindhoven and has participated in residencies across Austria, Italy, the USA, China, and India. Presently, he is researching the hybrid tree Sorbus Sudetica, focusing on landscape and change.
Key facts
- Tadeas Podracky is a Czech experimental designer and sculptor.
- He holds a master's from Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague and Design Academy in Eindhoven.
- He completed residencies in Austria, Italy, USA, China, and India (Shakti Design Residency).
- His series include 'Before the Shape Appears', 'The Bloom of Bones', and 'Fading Reflection'.
- He works primarily in wood, blending traditional craftsmanship with digital tools.
- He perceives folklore as 'living systems' that mutate with contemporary conditions.
- He currently researches the rare hybrid tree Sorbus Sudetica.
- He identifies as a sculptor to move freely across disciplines.
- His work explores transformation, hybridisation, and cultural memory.
- He values objects that carry strong physical and psychological presence.
Entities
Artists
- Tadeas Podracky
- Pranjal Maheshwari
Institutions
- Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague
- Design Academy in Eindhoven
- Shakti Design Residency
- STIR
- UMPRUM
- Friedman Benda
- High Museum of Art, Atlanta
- RALPH PUCCI International
- Kutarq Studio
- LoveFrom
Locations
- Czech Republic
- Prague
- Eindhoven
- Austria
- Italy
- USA
- China
- India
- Nagaland
- Valencia
- New York
- Atlanta
- Sri Lanka