Interview with Daniela Komatovic

Searching for beauty and aesthetics was my motive. Firstly, I started working on some small designs just for myself, but, then, when people around me told me that they loved most of the things that I created, I started designing more and more and, slowly, it become my profession.

It was definitely my own choice to become a designer.

I mostly design rings, but I would love to design more men's cuff links.

They should work worthwhile, persistently. To be ambitious and devoted to everything they do, to listen and believe in themselves.

Uniqueness and persistence in everything a designer does.

The idea, successful implementation and also a good form.

The value of good design is to give people what they need and want. It is necessary to invest in good design, otherwise product quality wouldn't be at a high level.

If i had the time and opportunity, I would design jewellery for Van Cleef.

My solo exhibition of the paintings I’ve done so far.

Persistence, consistency and desire.

My favorites are Zaha Hadid and Eva Jiřičná. I love them because they managed to break into the world of men, to become leaders in the world of architecture and design. They managed and implemented their ideas at a high level and they devoted all their life to creation and design.

My winning ring. Because this ring has the function of a protective amulet.

In order to constantly improve what they do, to need to seek new forms, follow the trends. That's how I also improve myself.

I would be a painter.

Design is clearly defined by the appearance of an object and every object is a function of design. Great design is more than just good aesthetics. It is the way we use objects.

My parents who always directed me to art and my husband who is a gemologist.

When I was six years old, I went to art school. There, I learned about a variety of techniques that exists in the sphere of art. Then, during my high school, that knowledge helped me while studying at professional school of the applied arts, the graphic design department.

Motherhood.

Exhibitions at fairs or galleries and various competitions.

A new collection with Tahiti pearls is my new project and I am planning to continue to make unique collections of jewellery. Also, I want to continue to deal with macro photography, taking pictures of my jewellery and paintings.

That my collections are presented all over the world.

What they expect from me is to fully devote myself to every piece I create and they definitely expect me to create something new.

It causes that beautiful feeling of happiness, it creates a nice atmosphere and stimulates the need for aesthetics and beautiful things.

Currently, I am working on my new collection which brings huge happiness to my daily life.

My last collection Eye to the soul, the winning collection. This is because I really enjoyed making it and I love the final product. The jury's decision shows that other people love it too and this all together gives me the most satisfaction.

Approximately three weeks.

Idea and dream come first, imagining and then work in my sketchbook.

Integrity, honesty, wisdom and human values.

Design first and then trends.

Pencil, sketchbook, Illustrator, computer.

All this is important, because without it there would be no trendsetting products.

That would be something like: What is the feeling you get when looking at my design?

I always wonder how it is made and how this particular designer came to the idea to create something like that.

I am not a team player and I don't believe in co-design.

My husband who is a gemologist, since his profession is compatible with what I do.

Books about Gustav Klimt, Tamara Lempicka and Egon Schiele.

gaining experience through intensive work. Great influences were my study of art, analysis of art and architecture, design also.

Eva Jiřičná definitely.

It's a beautiful feeling that people appreciate my work and that I was rewarded for it, but I do not like to be too much in the spotlight.

My favorite color is black, place where i relax the most is a mountain. I love vegetables, spring, a photo camera and Kohinoor Pencils, the Czech brand.

I am motivated by nature, I look at the woods through the window of my studio. My day is great when I am happy with my working results.

It was assumed that I would be a great designer.

I don't think about future too much, I live in the present moment.

I'd like people to know that I'm sensitive, cheerful, sincere, honest, that I love life and little things that make me happy. I like to help people. All I do is with absolute dedication and great love. I pay attention to every detail when I'm working. I would also like to let them know that I am involved in painting, photography, graphic design and that I am a multimedia artist. I do not just design jewellery, but I am also in other kinds of art, which are very important to me.

Most of my time I spend in my atelier, where all my ideas are born and where I realize them. This is the place where I get most inspired, where I have my peace, where my computer, easel, canvas, lighting and my camera are. There is my sketchbook where I prepare my graphic solutions. Also, I have all gemological tools and other necessary staff for creating my jewellery.

Something that helps me to bring my ideas and feelings to realization so other people can see and feel my world.

I adore creating rings. Rings are definitely my favorite piece of art.

It's a Gothic style engagement ring I designed. It's a black rhodium plated gold ring with the big black diamond and a stylish yellow gold detail. I love this model, I wear it every day as it makes me happy just to look at it.

A unique gold ring with a big pearl and diamond.

Gold, precious stones, diamonds and pearls. I prefer classic craftsmanship which gives absolutely a unique stamp to my work.

Most of my ideas come while I am doing something with my hands, but also I get lots of ideas during the day in different situations.

I am exploring geometry. And, in asymmetry, I always look for symmetry.

Excitement and the adrenaline rush that overtake me during the creation process, the emotions and tension while overcoming all obstacles on my way to realizing all my ideas.

At the final stage, I just feel happiness and a deep pleasure.

Uniqueness and elegance, a clear definition, construction and the balance between raw materials - gold and stones. Minimalism, where certainly you can see the hidden beauty and clear form.

The possibility to realize my initial idea and the functionality of my final product.

The main responsibility of designers lies in their power to bring positive and holistic changes to the whole world.

Fashion week in December 2016. The next exhibition will be on May 11th.

The source could be anything at any time, it could be provoked by different situations or moments. It could be random things or shapes that I see by chance during the day. I read a lot and very often go for long walks in nature, so my inspiration can come from anywhere or anything I do every day.

Minimalism, based on geometric shapes and the composition of precious stones and pearls. I enjoy mixing and playing with colors of all the precious stones I use. Atypical shapes of jewelry, I made it only from gold and precious stones, that is why my jewelry belongs to the category of fine jewelry and is unique.

I live in Prague, so, definitely, cultural heritage affects my design and all I do. Pros are lot's of possibilities that my city has as an old city and motivation that it offers, but, cons are, unfortunately, those that people in my country are not that much involved.

I work with other companies when I need to produce my jewellery. Also, I am in contact with other companies when they need some advice regarding their space design.

They should look for a stable, confident person, who is devoted to his profession and ready to work day and night if necessary to bring their ideas to the end.

First, I imagine and dream about an item, let my imagination go wild and then I make a sketch with a pencil in my sketchbook. After that, I turn the sketch into a graphic in Illustrator and start creating it for real.

My working chair, my sofa, folding chair, vase and piano.

I wake up at six in the morning, then I start working at eight. I work all day, only break that I make is to take my kids from school and then I continue working until approximately seven or eight o'clock in the evening. I relax when I read in the evenings.

My suggestion for them is to get inspired without copying other designers, since something like that won't bring them happiness.

Positive things are freedom of creating something nice, beautiful and useful which can bring happiness to everyone. The negative thing is that this creative profession can isolate you from social life. Every designer needs some space and peace while he/she explores and produces something and this can isolate him from the society.

Beauty is in simplicity, there is no need to exaggerate anything.

Drawing, feeling and taste to recognize beauty and persistence.

Paper, pencil, sketchbook, Illustrator, Photoshop, mixture for modeling.

I get up very early and I work very hard all day long. Everything is in persistence.

Two to three days.

Where did I get the idea to create something?

For years, I worked in the wholesale gemstone industry where I learnt a lot and last two years, my experience as a designer in Diamond Spot jewellery store has been very valuable.

Luxury jewellery lovers, celebrities and people from diplomatic circles.

Drawing is something that I enjoy the most as well as painting. I also love to take pictures of my jewelry and make professional photos.

I want to continue with my jewellery design, photographing that jewellery and find more time for one of my biggest passions - painting.

I do all my designs by myself.

It's an early stage, let's talk about it later.

People can visit my website: www.danielakomatovic.com and found all relevant information, Facebook and Instagram.

I am fine with all questions that you had, there is nothing more to add. Thank you.