Malagasy materials are changing form and taking on new dimensions. For its second edition, Malagasy Design Gaze, Madagascar's first design fair dedicated to local object and graphic design, will bring together eleven designers, artists and craftspeople at Gare Soarano through the Orange Digital Center, from September 19 to October 2. Curated by Ihoby Lysiane Rabarijohn, this new edition will be themed "Re Dessin – Re Dessein", with the aim of showcasing Madagascar's resources and expertise in a new light.
This second edition will emphasize transformation and experimentation. Stone, earth, minerals, architecture, graphic design and recycling will be explored through different techniques. "We will showcase the richness of our island's expertise with minerals, earth, architecture and transformation," explains Ihoby Lysiane Rabarijohn.
For the curator, the work involves "creating the link, the connection, between material and expertise." The different practices allow for dialogue between craftspeople and designers, proposing new ways of working with local materials. "There will be much transformation; this uniqueness aims to draw our attention to new perspectives," she emphasizes.
Among the selected creators is Vero Rasendratsirofo, a specialist in art ceramics and Madagascar's Best Craftsperson in 1988. Inspired by mineral and plant imprints, forests and deserts, she seeks to make her creations tell "the story of the earth and the emergence of life."
Stéphanie Razafindrabe through Granit'IX works with stone and contemporary design. Her approach aims to enhance artisanal expertise while developing contemporary expression inspired by Madagascar.
Architect and creator Georges Floret also explores stone with a desire to experiment and create new forms. Miangaly Elia, an artist and designer with an architecture background, brings a contemporary approach to her creations. She was notably recognized as a revelation at Antson'ny tontolo.
Cassie Ramiandrasoa