Overview
The Studio Iron exhibition, a project initiated by Isamaya Ffrench, a makeup artist and creative director, is being presented as part of the London Design Festival. This exhibition, described as Ffrench's second Studio Iron show, features a focus on specific materials and includes contributions from designers such as Andu Masebo and Barnaby Lewis. Its primary thematic elements encompass chainmail, cowhide, and tattooed leather.
Research Context
Studio Iron was established earlier this year as a collectible design gallery by Isamaya Ffrench, hosted at Saatchi Yates. The current exhibition signifies its continuation and presence within the London Design Festival, marking its second iteration.
Findings
The Studio Iron exhibition incorporates materials such as chainmail, cowhide, and tattooed leather. Participating individuals in the exhibition include Andu Masebo and Barnaby Lewis. The project itself is conceptualized by Isamaya Ffrench.
Why This Matters
The exhibition contributes to the programming of the London Design Festival, offering a platform for the display of design work by Isamaya Ffrench and featured participants. It showcases specific material applications—chainmail, cowhide, and tattooed leather—within a collectible design gallery context.