Shanti Banaras

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

Breaking the mold of the drape and pleats, the saree stretches into a straight, taut, two-dimensional line. From point A to point B, it runs along. Meanwhile, the weave explores intersections of lines forming geometric patterns. Women draped in these structured weaves play hide and seek, resisting the rigid forms.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

We celebrate the realm of graphics in this complex story where lines create myriad shapes. First, the fundamental structure of a cube emerges, which is then multiplied to form building blocks. Before these blocks stands a sculptural visual of a girl draped in a saree, showcasing geometric footwear inspired by the sphere, plane, and cuboid. Beside it all is the softness of silk, like two realms meeting.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

We celebrate the realm of graphics in this complex story where lines create myriad shapes. First, the fundamental structure of a cube emerges, which is then multiplied to form building blocks. Before these blocks stands a sculptural visual of a girl draped in a saree, showcasing geometric footwear inspired by the sphere, plane, and cuboid. Beside it all is the softness of silk, like two realms meeting.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

We celebrate the realm of graphics in this complex story where lines create myriad shapes. First, the fundamental structure of a cube emerges, which is then multiplied to form building blocks. Before these blocks stands a sculptural visual of a girl draped in a saree, showcasing geometric footwear inspired by the sphere, plane, and cuboid. Beside it all is the softness of silk, like two realms meeting.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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Paul Corvers (Dutch, b.1953)

Apertura

Acrylics on linen, 40 x 40 cm,

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

We celebrate the realm of graphics in this complex story where lines create myriad shapes. First, the fundamental structure of a cube emerges, which is then multiplied to form building blocks. Before these blocks stands a sculptural visual of a girl draped in a saree, showcasing geometric footwear inspired by the sphere, plane, and cuboid. Beside it all is the softness of silk, like two realms meeting.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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Circle and Line Geometric Wall Art Physically Printed

Nathan Schroeder (Warba, Minnesota)

Geometry Daily

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

Just as the weaving process softens the yarn’s tension to create a masterful weave, we celebrate the interplay of fluid forms and structured shapes. Acrobats, dressed in stark black bodysuits, strike sculptural poses, juxtaposing monochrome with color.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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Lygia Pape (Nova Friburgo, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1927)

Ink on paper 55.2 x 45.1 cm, 1957.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

While the ground’s magnetic fields root us with their intricate, curvaceous matrix, the line meanders, capturing many shapes. These sarees depict this duality, celebrating circular forms, while sculptural shapes bring order to the chaos.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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Anna Reivilä (Helsinki, Finland, 1988)

Bond #22

Photo print on fine art paper, 72 × 100 cm, 2016

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

The maverick weaver creates a three-dimensional cuboid filled with a grid of intersecting straight lines, merging into a sharp form. Observe the drawing on the wall, illustrating the weaving process where the line endures pull, push, and tension before emerging as splendid silk.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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Styling and accessory design: .15
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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

The maverick weaver creates a three-dimensional cuboid filled with a grid of intersecting straight lines, merging into a sharp form. Observe the drawing on the wall, illustrating the weaving process where the line endures pull, push, and tension before emerging as splendid silk.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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Rachel Whiteread (Ilford, United Kingdom, 1963)

Architecture, space, absence and memory.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

Celebrating the omnipresence of the line that surrounds us, even in the drape of the saree stretched across a large canvas, held by two sleek, sculptural forms. The lyrical weave of the saree taunts the taut line, inviting it to experience the freedom of twists and curves.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

Creative direction, photography:
Production:
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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

Celebrating the omnipresence of the line that surrounds us, even in the drape of the saree stretched across a large canvas, held by two sleek, sculptural forms. The lyrical weave of the saree taunts the taut line, inviting it to experience the freedom of twists and curves.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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Production:
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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

Celebrating the omnipresence of the line that surrounds us, even in the drape of the saree stretched across a large canvas, held by two sleek, sculptural forms. The lyrical weave of the saree taunts the taut line, inviting it to experience the freedom of twists and curves.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

Creative direction, photography:
Styling and accessory design: .15
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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

Celebrating the omnipresence of the line that surrounds us, even in the drape of the saree stretched across a large canvas, held by two sleek, sculptural forms. The lyrical weave of the saree taunts the taut line, inviting it to experience the freedom of twists and curves.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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Daniele De Batté (Genoa, Italy, 1976)

Black ink on white paper

Structure, 40 x 50 cm, 2013

Ettore Spalletti (Cappelle sul Tavo, Italy, 1940)

Sans titre

1990.

Nasreen Mohamedi (Karachi, British Indian Empire, 1937)

Gelatin Silver Print

17.8 x 22.9 cm, 1967.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

Be it the simple graph that forms the foundation, or the complex matrix with countless intersecting lines, the line remains steadfast amid every distortion. This principle is celebrated in the weave of the saree, juxtaposing fluid lines with structured forms.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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Geran Knol (Dutch,b. 1991)

Situated Figure VIII

fabric mounted to canvas, 120 x 110 cm, 2022.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞

Be it the simple graph that forms the foundation, or the complex matrix with countless intersecting lines, the line remains steadfast amid every distortion. This principle is celebrated in the weave of the saree, juxtaposing fluid lines with structured forms.

Shanti Banaras’s summer campaign explores the interplay of graphs, patterns, and distortions. Through eccentric visuals, we reimagine the linear line amidst controlled chaos on a blank canvas inspired by architectural forms. This summer, we transform the ubiquitous line through complex artistry.

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Styling and accessory design: .15
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Nasreen Mohamedi (1937, Karachi, British Indian Empire)

Ink, pencil and gouache on paper

20 x 20 inches.