Introduction to Gold Embroidery
Sources of inspiration
A course by Elena Ciarrocchi , Embroidery Artist
About the video: Sources of inspiration
Overview
“Now, I'll tell you what inspires me. Specifically, I will show you the artists and works that I look at with the most interest and admiration to find reference models and new ideas. ”
In this video lesson Elena Ciarrocchi addresses the topic: Sources of inspiration, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Gold Embroidery. Learn traditional techniques to create 3D gold embroidery pieces for clothes and accessories .
Partial transcription of the video
“Sources of inspiration In this lesson I want to tell you about my inspirations. I'll start by telling you about the gold embroidery of Seville. Seville is perhaps one of the few places here the ancient tradition of gold embroidery has remained unchanged linked to the rites of Holy Week. Hence, during the week leading up to Easter in Seville there are a series of celebrations, of processions where the most interesting thing, in my opinion, is to see them parade vestments of all kinds, from banners to canopies, to statues with enormous clothes, all enriched by an avalanche of gold embroidery....”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Gold Embroidery
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Embroidery, Traditional illustration
Elena Ciarrocchi
A course by Elena Ciarrocchi
Elena Ciarrocchi is a professional embroidery artist. She earned a degree in painting at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Bologna but ultimately decided to pursue her passion for embroidery by taking a variety of courses across Italy.
She gained experience in a costume shop, where she embroidery historical garments, and later in a footwear company. After honing her craft, she decided to open her own business, focusing on goldwork embroidery, and specialize in embroidering holy vestments and recovering this ancient art form. When she's not working for clients, she enjoys creating more personal compositions where she experiments with different materials and techniques.
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