BAINA Bathe
Volume 04.
Rob Tennent

Our series BAINA Bathe explores the personal connection to one's daily bathing rituals. Uncovering moments where we allow ourselves to go a little deeper, indulge in time with self, and disconnect from the world beyond the bathroom door.

Constantly inspired by travel and architecture, Rob Tennent's work shows a perspective that is unlike anyone else we have worked with. Capturing intimate moments between models within candid frames of movement.

For BAINA Bathe Vol 04, our friend and Sydney-based (Gadigal land) artist shares his personal connection to bathing by the ocean captured through his own lens at Long Bay in New Zealand. Join us as we get a glimpse into his own exploration of self-reflection.

Above: Rob Bathes at Long Bay, New Zealand.

"Bathing to me is allowing yourself to make time to cleanse and prepare for the day ahead or one that is coming to an end. It is multifaceted and means so many things to different people, but to me it is a way to zone out."

Above: Rob Bathes with the Matheson (Bath) Sheet in Moss.

"I am in tune with myself when I am alone bathing in the sun on my towel; it allows me to think and plan. "

- Rob Tennent

"The ocean has a way of grounding me and to remind me of my priorities. The ocean and the sun work together in calling me to the beach. The sound of the breaking waves draws my dry and hot skin. I imagine the sensation of cooling my entire body, and before I know it my toes are already in.

A crisp towel and warmth from the sun calls me as I step out."

"My favourite ritual at the beach is drying myself. I shake my towel out, getting rid of shells and sand. I then lay my towel down and press my face down to dry my fringe and skin.

Another ritual of mine is to rinse off in beach showers right after a swim; nothing beats that feeling."

Bathing smells; like pines, sea salt, and sunscreen. Sounds; like cicadas and native birds. Tastes; like salt on my lips.

"I am always inspired by the scenes on the shores. It is a constant reminder to stay grounded."

"My soundtracks to accompany rituals at the beach."

ROB TENNENTS' BAINA BATHE PLAYLIST

01 Paulette - BALLA ET SES BALLADINS
02 Oração Ao Tempo - CAETANO VELOSO
03 Abusey Junction - KOKOROKO
04 Bambo - BALLA ET SES BALLADINS
05 Pitié - TABU LEY ROCHEREAU
06 Je Pense à Toi - AMADOU & MARIAM
07 Come On Home - LIJADU SISTERS

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MATHESON Bath Sheet | Moss | 100% GOTS certified Organic Cotton bath sheet by BAINAMATHESON Bath Sheet pair | Moss | 100% GOTS certifiedOrganic Cotton bath sheets by BAINA
MATHESON BATH SHEET
Moss
A$130 AUD
EMERALD Hand Towel | Moss | 100% GOTS certified Organic Cotton hand towel by BAINAEMERALD Hand Towel pair | Moss | 100% GOTS certified Organic Cotton hand towels by BAINA
EMERALD HAND TOWEL
Moss
A$49 AUD
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