Stick some wisdom onto your life from the famed Sufi poet.
The Universe is interconnected, and so is this beautiful coaster design. Let's have a drink?
From the origins of life to your coffee table. Let that sip in.
From the origins of life to your living room. These stylish pillows are versatile and cosmically perfected.
Bring the magnificence of the 16th century Mughal era to your living room.
Rishi Verma - is a Los Angeles based NASA engineer and artist trained in traditional Islamic patterns. His art seeks to synthesize complex geometric forms with mind blowing concepts in science.
Sometimes in life we come across a visual experience that's so special, that makes such an impact on us, it transforms our life. This is the story of TZL8 - the story of the meeting of ancient tradition and cutting edge science.
I'm Rishi, the artist behind TZL8, and a NASA engineer with a deep passion for art, science, and the cosmos. Years ago, I walked for the first time through the halls of the Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain, with awe. Like so many before me, including world-renowned artist M.C. Escher who's a personal inspiration to me, the Alhambra made a major impression on me. Inside each and every room of the Alhambra, from floor to ceiling, I gazed at the complex and interwoven geometries as I walked for the first time through the grounds. I witnessed the blue, cyan, and orange hues. The vibrant motifs and floral reliefs. In the art of the Alhambra, I saw not independent pieces, but rather an interconnected whole. The complex mechanisms of art seemed to work in tandem to create a beautiful interwoven tapestry where no witness could definitively say an art piece began here or ended there. These centuries-old displays of craftsmanship connected with me deeply. In them, I saw not just mathematical precision but also artistic brilliance. I also saw parallels with contemporary scientific exploration - especially the modern-day study of the cosmos. The geometries of the Alhambra so closely connect with geometries of space & time, of the interconnection of matter & energy, and the beautiful emergence of complex life forms within the mechanistic backdrop of the Universe. In short, I saw a perfect, balanced merger of science and art.
The visit to Alhambra started a journey for me in learning Islamic art and sacred geometry. It's a journey that's ongoing. Inspired by the balanced merger of science and art in the thousand year old tapestries of the Alhambra, I hope to bring my own flavor to the art form. I hope my deep passion for science, my interest in communicating the importance of artistic and scientific pursuits, and my great respect for the masters of Islamic art and sacred geometry throughout history will connect with you too.
"These beautiful coasters are the perfect complement to my morning routine; Pondering about the interconnected nature of the universe while sipping chai latte is the ideal way to start my day! Thank you TZL8 for these beautiful additions to my home."
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"Colorful and wonderfully designed coasters look great on my dining table! Nice coaster quality too."
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"Lovely lightweight but sturdy coasters with a black and ivory/light tan design. The seller was extremely kind - without my reaching out, they noticed that the package looked to have gotten lost in the mail, reached out, and right away sent a replacement."
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"I absolutely love this pillow! It adds such a stylish pop to my living room. It's just the right blend of soft and firm, great quality, and artful design. Plus what a conversation starter! Everyone who's come into my home is curious about the unique and elegant pattern. Needless to say, I'm more than happy with my purchase. Am def gonna keep an eye out for more works from this artist!"
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"Love it. The colors are very elegant and the design came out so nicely – even better than the photo. Great addition to our living room. I also really appreciate the cosmic theme of it – it’s subtle and merges with the Islamic geometry really well. Also, the suede fabric is softer than I expected, which is a plus, and the cushion feels overall comfortable. A piece of real art!"
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"Can you fall in love with coasters? Yup, happened right here. ! I bought these simply because I needed more coasters. Instead these doubled as art pieces! The individual designs are obviously great, but placing the four coasters together makes it into a center piece for my dining table. Affordable functional items that are actually pieces of art. What a gem!"
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"Really well made... art is amazing!!"
"Spectacular 🔥"
"The quotes hit deep."
"This is so dope."
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"Wow! This is just stunning 🙌 I love the colors 🌸🌹"
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