Ride, eat, and camp. It's simple, but cycling has always taught me the hints for enjoying life to the fullest, both until now and in the future.
Based on the concept of 【RAL】, we are now proposing a new single-flower vase made from resin craft. We asked DUGUDAGII, who handcrafts resin pieces one by one in Tokyo, to create these with the hope of enriching not just our active lives, but our daily lives as well.
Susumu Fukuzaki, born in Tokyo in 1977.
While working on artwork for LODOWN MAGAZINE and Consolidated Skateboards, he creates numerous playful pieces ranging from paintings to three-dimensional sculptures. His resin craft art, in which he hardens synthetic resin by hand, is characterized by its unique creations that incorporate organic materials like dried flowers, seeds, and wheat into the resin.
Among his various works, we had him create a piece called “I THINK VASE” as a new item for “RAL”.
“I THINK CAMP” ”I THINK EAT” ”I THINK RIDE”
We chose phrases that fit perfectly with the concept of "RAL," which we launched.
Just decorating a room with a bit of greenery creates a wonderful atmosphere and makes the space very appealing, doesn't it? We've already started using them by the window at Earlybirds. Because each one is handmade, not only is the character of the plant-based lettering slightly different, but you can also enjoy the changes in its appearance as the resin turns an amber color over time.
I was shocked when I first saw DUGUDAGII's work. It came to mind when I was brainstorming RAL products, and when I emailed him—a person I hadn't even met yet—he immediately said "OK." I then visited his studio in Tokyo, and we talked about many things. I was very happy to find that our values clicked so well as we spoke about our pasts and futures.
By meeting the maker in person, I felt that his passion for the item is poured directly into his work. I've come to love DUGUDAGII's work even more.
I think this makes a wonderful gift for someone special as well. Please come to the store and see them for yourself.
-Earlybirds Keita-