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In the beginning, I pick and hold it in my hand. Looking at the shiny and smooth surface that has an attractive and appealing look. I hold it gently in one hand, watching the surface, trying to deduce and imagine how it is on the inside.

On the other pole, about 180 degrees away from the stem, there are two dimples. The dimples have a different texture than the rest of the product’s surface, which provides a better grip and makes it easier to hold. I place two fingers in both dimples.

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Porcelain  bite – one piece from a collection of bitten apples by people.

After my fingers found their natural purchase, I roll it around a few times, repeating the movement again and again, intent on finding the best holding position. A few moments later, the perfect hold is achieved.

While my fingers are in the dimples, I look at the upper side and bottom side of the product. The upper side has a better curve that perfectly fits into the human mouth, as the upper curve is rounder than the bottom curve. A decision is made in that split of a moment and the best starting point of attack is selected. I then move the object closer towards me.

Now comes the bite.

 


Continue reading:

Research introduction

3D collection

The apple factory

A trip to Iwate

Passion for control

Apple a user’s manual

So, why an apple?

Epilogue