Ashwinstudio art blog

Modern Bench designed by Ashwinstudio

By Ashley, 07/08/2010 1:15 pm

Here is a new photo of the V-Bench designed by Ashwinstudio in collaberation with artist artist Loukas Morley. Created from reclaimed girder off-cuts and discarded mahogany draw runners.

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A flail skid and bit of combine harvester

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By Ashley, 06/29/2010 1:32 pm

Otherwise known as the Bomford Bench although it could just easily been titled the New Holland Bench…

The Bomford bench is created from scrap farm parts including a Bomford flail skid (the seat), New Holland Combine dividers (the back rest) and shock absorder springs. We have kept the finish as bare metal coated in a clear lacquer.

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Nothing like A Taste Of Orange in the summer

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By Ashley, 06/25/2010 12:25 pm

Just finshed a new metal table titled A Taste Of Orange created from scrap and found metal.

I wanted to create a table that would not only be functional but also work as a work of art – a sculpture, a painting and a decorative object. Once again it is made from recycled metal tubes and plate that have been shaped and sculpted.

The table is finished with a durable powder paint that is a bright summer orange. Finally, I hand painted the table top with vibrant enamel paints that also add to the citrus theme.

Why not view more of Ashwinstudio furniture

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Spraying furniture and sculpture

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By Ashley, 03/03/2010 8:53 am

Sorry I have not had much to report on this blog but I have spent most of my time spraying sculptures and sculptural furniture. I have a few on the go and they are all at the final stage and it is a case of mask off, spray, wait and then another coat of paint. Some of these works are intended for the outdoors so need many coats of paint.

Apart from that I have been sketching ideas for new works, tidying up the workshop and have purchased a new saw.

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Collaboration with Loukas Morley

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By Ashley, 12/21/2009 4:26 pm

Recently I have been collaborating with Artist and Designer Loukas Morley. It has so far worked out really well, I have fabricated a base for one of his tables and he is creating a wooden top (created from recycled draws) for one of my designs. Both Loukas and I believe in recycling materials.

Below is the Loukas Morley table sitting on the frame I fabricated:

And below is more tables designed by Loukas Morley:

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Contemporary Furniture – Boule Chair

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By Ashley, 12/14/2009 5:27 pm

I reclaimed the metal tubing from scrap roll cages, then selected and cut sections I liked the shape of and added additional bends to get the flowing organic shape I was after. Also, as I cleaned the tubing up I really liked the polish and grind marks so continued it across the entire chair and to preserve this finish I have used a clear metal sealer and lacquer. The metal balls welded on the feet and arms are from a second hand French boule set (otherwise known as pétanque).

I’m really pleased with this and already have had a lot of interest in the chair. I am already constructing two side tables in a similar style and hopefully more chairs – but each one will be unique!

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The Mini Stool – Recycled Furniture

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By Ashley, 10/28/2009 11:20 pm

Here is a photo of ‘The Mini Stool’, it is created from recycled engine parts and found objects including, three Austin Mini camshafts and a Mini Cooper steering wheel. It is the first in what we hope will be a whole range of unique sculptural furniture and will include tables, coffee tables and benches: All bespoke built and always unique!