Flux

Avery Thatcher, Portland, Oregon artist behind the outre chic wallcovering studio Juju Papers, will launch her latest collection at ICFF this May. The new group, called FLUX, is intended for both residential and commercial spaces, and takes its cue from women’s fluctuating and generative roles over personal lifetimes and throughout history. Four complementary patterns – some literal, others abstract, are rendered with arcs, curves and circles, to connote ebb and flow. Thatcher’s idiosyncratic illustrative style is made glamorous through the use of opulent, shimmering metallic inks. The four patterns: “Women.” Large-scale line drawings of female profiles, depicted with dignity and quiet determination. Four colorways: gold on cream, gold on charcoal, gunmetal on cream, gunmetal on blush. “La Strada.” A large-scale, textural collage of rounded and serpentine forms, made with sponge painting and screen-printing squeegees. Sponge paint, the kitschy ‘90s DIY treatment, is here flipped to become an ornate, polished finish. Four colorways: gold on cream, gold on charcoal, gunmetal on cream, diamonds and pearls on cream. “Silhouettes.” The large-scale collage of sponge paintings and marks made from gel is arranged in a loose scatter that can simultaneously read mid-century and punk. Three colorways: gold on charcoal, celeste [blue] on cream, champagne on cream. “Waving.” A billowing stripe depicting rippling curtains or fabric; it also hints at the rising and falling surf. Three colorways: gold on cream, gold on charcoal, celeste [blue] on cream. Juju Papers adorn stylish homes nationwide. The residential wallpapers are eco-friendly and hand printed in small batches. Juju services an ever-growing clientele of high-end hospitality, workplace, and healthcare designers. The commercial version of FLUX is offered in a variety of low-VOC Type II options, including Mylar, Terralon Smooth and smooth vinyl. The studio offers bespoke services, all papers may be specified in custom colors and coordinating fabric. Credits: – Juju Papers – Founder and Principal – Avery Thatcher