WSP Co., Ltd. press release (2024.11.12) WSP Co., Ltd. We will start recruiting creators to create art works using Akoya pearls from November 15th (Friday) A project that uses art to propose social issues faced by the pearl industry WSP Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo / Representative Director: Masao Watanabe, hereinafter referred to as the “Company”), a jewelry manufacturing and sales company, is promoting a jewelry grade campaign called “Love Our Nature ~ Let’s love nature, love what it is ~” We are advocating the beauty of pearls that have not reached the required level (hereinafter referred to as “nature pearls”), the harshness surrounding the pearl industry, and the importance of environmental conservation. Now, we will be recruiting creators to create works of art using thousands of Nature Pearls, starting Friday, November 15, 2024. The grand prize winner will sign a contract with us as a creator, and their work will be displayed at enwsp stores (Ginza, Shinjuku, Shinsaibashi, Kyoto, etc.).
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/30601/133/30601-133-df4650f36d53f248152d2791ca1cf0dd-538×1076.png “Dignity” by Taki Tamada As WSP’s first attempt, we are looking for people who resonate with our thoughts and have a desire to create works that infinitely expand the possibilities of nature pearls that radiate their beauty as they are. Applications are accepted regardless of art form (two-dimensional, three-dimensional, etc. free format), age, nationality, or achievements. There are no upper or lower limits on the number of Nature Pearls that can be used, but we are
envisioning a work that uses 1000 or more Nature Pearls as the main character. The selection method will be a document review and an interview for those who pass. The number of Nature Pearls to be used and the production cost (100,000 yen to 500,000 yen per item) will be discussed in advance with the contractor, depending on the difficulty of the work to be produced. We are looking forward to receiving ideas for art works that leverage your creativity and further spread the appeal of Nature Pearls. ■ Love Our Nature campaign “Let’s love nature! Let’s love it as it is!” Overview Pearls are praised as Japan’s representative jewelry. Its beauty has captivated people all over the world, and it is now receiving high praise from global fashion brands. However, only a few percent of the pearls used in jewelry are produced. This is because only white and perfectly round stones were considered beautiful. Anything that deviates from the standard may be beautiful, but it cannot be made into jewelry. In addition, the Akoya oyster that produces pearls has faced problems such as viruses and climate change in recent years. It can be said that it is a miracle that pearls that can be made into beautiful jewelry are produced. Pearls that could not be made into jewelry are also precious. ■Recruitment of creators Overview Sponsor :WSP Co., Ltd. How to apply : Reception via online form (explanation of art field, rough idea, motivation, portfolio, SNS account, etc.) Examination method :Document screening and interview (results will be communicated individually regardless of the document screening results) Final decision : Spring 2025 Best Creator: After signing the production contract, we will discuss the delivery date and cost of the work and request production for 100,000 yen to 500,000 yen per work. Applications will be accepted from this URL.
https://x.gd/dITWl We also accept any questions you may have regarding the application, such as wanting to check Nature Pearl in advance. https://x.gd/838wQ Recruitment requirements ■Planned schedule ・Application acceptance period November 15, 2024 – January 31, 2025 ・Interview (during the application period, only for those who pass the documents) February 1, 2025 – February 20, 2025 ・Result notification February 20, 2025 – February 28, 2025 ・Work presentation From Spring 2025 About WSP Co., Ltd. Founded in Osaka in 1991 as a pearl wholesaler. Using the wealth of knowledge gained through research into pearls, we have expanded our business to the manufacture and sale of jewelry, as well as the development, manufacture, and sale of cosmetics and supplements derived from ingredients extracted from pearls. In addition to our mainstay formal pearls and fine jewelry, we carry brands such as MARLENA, Pearl for Life, cosmetics madama/hada, and beauty goods PEARLDAYs. . In recent years, he has also been working on the issue of the marine environment where pearls are produced. Company name: WSP Co., Ltd. (Kabushiki Gaisha Double SP) Representative Director: Masao Watanabe Address: (Tokyo Office) 6th floor, Ginza 3-chome Building, 3-14-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061 Founded: 1991 (Established: December 1994) Business details: Manufacture and wholesale of jewelry, manufacture and sale of cosmetics, development of pearl supplements URL: https://www.wspcorp.jp/