A Different Kind of Design FairThe artist Peter Shire’s rainbow-colored abstract sculptures often sell for more than the price of a modest car. But at Echo Park Pottery, his ceramics studio in Los Angeles, he also makes chunky, colorfully glazed mugs that go for under $100. “Significant booth fees mean you need to bring significantly priced pieces, but a lot of design doesn’t need to be at those prices,” explains Bangser. While she hopes Object & Thing will inspire a new approach to engaging with art and design objects, she didn’t want to lose what she describes as the “energy and community gathering aspect” of a traditional fair. Daylight, 99 Scott’s new cafe offering natural wines and food, will open specially for the event.

Source: International New York Times April 19, 2019 22:18 UTC