I Dot Car Pin/Brooch

Employing the traditional line-carving technique of raden craftsmanship, meticulous hand-carved lines are etched onto the mother-of-pearl surface using a chisel. The grooves are filled with lacquer mixed with mineral pigments, infusing the work with vivid hues. The pattern draws inspiration from the misspelling phrase ‘I don’t care,’ echoing a Taiwanese internet meme. Through hand-carved marks, everyday humor becomes tactile lines—occasionally reminding us that it’s okay to respond to life’s mess with a simple ‘I dot car.’