Japanese designer
Jay Tsujimura has conceived the 'premium floral' and 'premium lizard', a series of elegant adornments for the classic leica.
The work is informed by tsujimura's skill in jewelry design, having
acquired traditional techniques and knowledge of historical styles
through careful observation of architecture and antique markets.
This allowed him to create ornamental additions for the hot shoe and soft release components of the camera with either organic
Detailing or a distinctive stippled texture, mimicking that of reptilian
skin. the customized pieces are a very stylish fashion statement
For the leica in Tokyo, enhancing the already sophisticated photographic experience.
(via:
www.designboom.com )
Lizards have the most beautifully resilient skin despite living in the brutal force of nature.
The silver has been meticulously carved to replicate the scale of the
lizard in a mirror-finish, creating an almost leathery touch. It exudes
pure sexiness.