Parashell umbrellas and parasols by Canadia-born, Tokyo-based John Di Cesare have the shapes and forms of sea shells — or garden vegetables. PingMag went to John’s office in Saitama, Japan for a chat on his move to Japan, teaching himself how to make a proper umbrella out of abandoned ones, and his inspirations.

Parashell umbrellas and parasols by Canadia-born, Tokyo-based John Di Cesare have the shapes and forms of sea shells — or garden vegetables. PingMag went to John’s office in Saitama, Japan for a chat on his move to Japan, teaching himself how to make a proper umbrella out of abandoned ones, and his inspirations.

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07/01/08 at 9:22am
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