Sizar Alexis

Tools of the trade

What does it take to create objects that feel both ancient and futuristic – at once grounded and abstract? Photographed by Mikael Lundblad, we asked Swedish–Iraqi artist Sizar Alexis to share three tools he relies on most in his practice, whether physical or instinctive. Together, they offer a glimpse into how his work takes form.

Production by Typeo
Photography by Mikael Lundblad

01. Pen and paper

“Almost every idea starts with pen and paper. It’s my most direct way of translating thought into form – where something takes shape for the very first time."

02. 3D modelling

“This is where I get to test things properly – proportions, weight, scale – all the things I can’t work out in a sketch. It lets me explore the shape more freely and start refining the details."

03. Gut feeling

“Above all, it’s instinct. Whether I’m designing or navigating life, I rely on that internal signal – the sense that something’s off and needs to go … or that it’s worth continuing. That gut feeling is the one I trust the most."

Works by Sizar Alexis