Weaving: Color, Pattern and Material Experimentation
Our sources of inspiration
A course by Lily Alcaraz & Léa Berlier , Textile Designers
Joined February 2022
About the video: Our sources of inspiration
Overview
“In this lesson, we will talk about Japan, which is a source of inspiration in our work. We will also talk about textile designers and artists whose experimental approaches we find inspiring. ”
In this video lesson Lily Alcaraz & Léa Berlier addresses the topic: Our sources of inspiration, which is part of the Domestika online course: Weaving: Color, Pattern and Material Experimentation . Unleash your textile creativity with this Domestika course. Learn to weave with hand-painted paper wefts and create unique textile pieces..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, we will now talk about our sources of inspiration. Japan is a major source of inspiration in our creations. We have both been immersed in Japanese aesthetics and lifestyle from the beginning. This affinity was realized during trips and workshops in Japan, where we had the opportunity to work with textile artisans. Drawing from the beauty of nature and landscapes, we try to capture ephemeral moments in our weavings. We seek a particular atmosphere created by light or the depth of the horizon. This is what Ukiyo-e painters depict in their landscape prints, notably. Ukiyo-e mea...”
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Course summary for: Weaving: Color, Pattern and Material Experimentation
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Arts & Crafts, Fiber Arts, Furniture Design & Making, Interior Decoration, Textile Design, Weaving

Lily Alcaraz & Léa Berlier
A course by Lily Alcaraz & Léa Berlier
Lily Alcaraz and Léa Berlier are renowned textile designers known for their innovative approach to weaving.
They have collaborated with top designers and brands, creating pieces that blend traditional techniques with modern materials. Their work has been showcased in major galleries and museums, earning them several prestigious awards.
Both share a passion for exploring new possibilities in weaving, leading them to develop a unique graphic language that is evident in each of their creations.
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