1. PROTOTYPES
a. LED Prototype (it works!)
b. Plush Prototype*
*rough prototype, not to scale or accurate color
2. Plush Prototype Pattern
3. Night Light Concept (+ target user)
A few years ago, I saw the movie First Reformed. I no longer remember the plot, but what I do recall is a scene in which two characters are sitting on a couch next to a floor lamp shaped like an eye. I found that it was designed by Nicola L., a French artist known for her anthropomorphic sculptures that fused bodies with domestic objects.
I plan to make a night light inspired by her ocular lamp. The target audience is anyone who wants to add a touch of anthropomorphic surrealism to their space.
4. Parts/Materials
1. Single Battery Pack
2. 3 AAA Batteries
3. 4 diffused white 10mm through-hole LEDs
4. 4 Resistors
5. Heat Shrink Tubing
6. Polyfill
7. Fabric (ideally mixed textures, satin + cotton + felt)
– Orange
– White
– Dark Blue
– White Blue
(Update: going to use scrap fabric from FabScrap, which gives me less choice about what fabric I get, but is more sustainable and the unknown adds a fun element to this project).
5. Brainstorm Sketches (3)
Update: Going with Sketch #1
6. Circuit Diagram
Update: 4 LEDs, in radial formation
Cool idea, Manya! I’m convinced you can pull it off. I think you’ll want more than three LEDs. Consider arranging them radially– you could use a round piece of cardboard to anchor them behind the pupil. Seems like you are on the right track so I don’t have more feedback besides go forth and find your materials! Let me know if you have questions.
I love this idea and the fact that you are sourcing your materials sustainably. I think the random element will add some excitement. When you take the photo you should remake the reference photo of who I am assuming is Nicola, with the sunglasses touching the lamp
I really love your choice of fabrics with sustainability in mind. I’d love to visit that place too. Also the reference photos are so beautiful. It might be fun to take the photo with a cushion placed at eye level on the bed or it could also look great if I shoot it in a way similar to the reference.