“Crafted from cane and bound with red thread, Through the Knot explores the turbulence and harmony of life through material, movement, and stillness.
Inspired by Taoist philosophy and the practice of Tai Chi, the form speaks to the invisible currents that shape our journey—the spirals, knots, and junctions that ask us to pause, bend, and transform.
The cane, both supple and strong, symbolises our capacity to endure without breaking. The red thread, wound carefully at each crossing point, marks the moments where life converges—where we choose, repair, or simply continue.
There is no linear path here. Like water, like breath, the piece flows in quiet motion, embracing imperfection, honouring the unseen. It reminds us that beauty lies not in resistance, but in change.
Sustainability, here, is not only material. It is the practice of working with what is available, respecting natural rhythms, and finding beauty in imperfection. Every knot is a conscious act of mending. Every twist, a step toward harmony with both the self and the earth.
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Vesna Pesic is a millinery artist and educator whose work sits gracefully at the intersection of art and fashion. Her sculptural headpieces are meticulously handmade, blending traditional millinery craftsmanship with influences from other disciplines to form abstract expressions of thought and emotion.
Guided by her practice of Tai Chi and inspired by Taoist principles, Vesna’s work often captures movement—both physical and metaphorical—inviting multiple interpretations. Each piece becomes a meditation on flow, balance, and the unseen forces that shape us.
Sustainability is central to her creative process. Vesna embraces minimal, biodegradable materials, often incorporating offcuts and repurposed elements. These constraints are not limitations, but catalysts for innovation—encouraging mindful making and a more harmonious relationship with the environment.
Her pieces challenge surface appearances and illusions, offering instead a visual and intellectual dialogue. Through abstraction and metaphor, Vesna invites the viewer to slow down, to look deeper, and to discover quiet truths hidden in form and structure.
