Lafayette Anticipation associate curator Anna Colin talks to artist Tyler Coburn about Ergonomic Futures, a speculative project engaged with art, design, science, anthropology and writing. In this interview, Coburn discusses the research, production process and network of collaborators of a multilayered project ultimately concerned with the futures of humankind. Anna Colin: When one comes across your museum seats Ergonomic Futures (2016—) in contemporary art exhibitions—and soon in natural history, fine art, and anthropology museums—they look… [read more »]
All Dukyana Everywhere
Recently, I spent a beautiful summer eve with my friend and her two goats in scenic Beacon, New York. Their emotional life–and dietary habits–began to fascinate me, as they frolicked and whatever in the backyard. We laughed over cab franc and chatted about natural fiber sourcing from various South American farms, while the goats battled over their toys. Mohair has to come from somewhere…
Enter Dukyana, Bulgaria’s Dior. Where does all of this angora come from? Who handcrafts these garments? How can these shrines to textile in motion come into being? I’m overwhelmed but Milena Bunalova (designer/owner/model) creates them in her studio/store in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. While the distinctly eastern European color story might be a stumbling block for the international consumer, Dukyana is an unparalleled example of Etsy couture & eBay search optimization. Why would you buy any less mohair? Examine the bulbous cable knits, careful gauges, sensitive notions. Consider a leg warmer as a leather-free boot alternative. Switch from Vegan to vegetarian. And visit the Etsy store here.
