Resin sculptures holding green weight
- Emilie creates sculptural pieces using biobased resin
- More than half of the materials she works with are third-generation biobased waste
- She is a regular exhibitor at 3daysofdesign in Copenhagen
With marble-like depth and translucency, Emilie Jensen sculpts biobased resin sheets into vases, lighting, artworks and plates. "Through my work, I explore the artistic potential of biobased resin, an environmentally friendly material I describe as 'glass, but not glass.' Its ingredients are derived from renewable, natural resources," she says. Unlike traditional resin, Emilie's low-carbon biobased alternative, requires no heat, and is ecologically sourced from a family-owned producer in France. "Mastering its chemical properties drives bold experimentation in this emerging field, where even fragments of prototypes can be transformed into new, eco-conscious and visually rich works of art," she explains. Emilie works out of her workshop, Waves Studio, which she established with her partner Kasper Rasborg in Aarhus in 2024. Her bespoke resin plates were commissioned by Copenhagen's two-star Michelin restaurant, Alchemist.
INTERVIEW
In my search for a eco-friendly practice, I discovered biobased resin on social media. I saw others bending the material using heat, but I explored how to shape it with other means. I developed my own patterns through experimentation.
I see many traditional craftsmanship principles in my process. Much like ceramics, there are stages to my work. When sculpting the material, it is sticky and must be directed carefully. Once my sculpture is shaped, it cannot be undone, much like in woodcarving. The detailing, for which I use a small drill, also reminds me of jewellery making.
I have collaborated with the international gallery, Galerie Philia. I look forward to collaborating with other artists. It would be an interesting step to take in the future.
I hope to inspire others to choose more environmentally-conscious options and stay open to alternative approaches. Craftsmanship is not meant to be fast.
