Artistic wool cut for tapestries
Sculpting wool: preparing the base
A course by Mauro Frazão , Textile Artist
About the video: Sculpting wool: preparing the base
Overview
“Now that you know how to start sculpting, I'll show you some ways we can use to give the piece three-dimensionality.”
In this video lesson Mauro Frazão addresses the topic: Sculpting wool: preparing the base , which is part of the Domestika online course: Artistic wool cut for tapestries. Discover how to transform your ideas into modern wall tapestries using artistic wool cuts..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this class, I will teach you how to carve wool and bring three-dimensionality to his work. I will start cutting all low points. This will make it easier to cut all the high points. So I'm pulling all the wool away from the high points and with the help of the cutting machine, I'm going to start the cutting process. It is important to note that in the loop, the wool tone is a little lighter than when I turn it into cutting. This is a good thing to consider when choosing wool effects. As you do the low stitch, be careful not to cut the high points. Finished green dot, now I go to orange co...”
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Course summary for: Artistic wool cut for tapestries
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Category
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Areas
Decoration, DIY, Embroidery, Fiber Arts, Punch Needle, Textile Design

Mauro Frazão
A course by Mauro Frazão
Mauro Frazão is a renowned textile artist with an intuitive and expressive approach to his works. His journey in contemporary tapestry began informally, as a hobby for relaxation, but quickly evolved into an artistic career with international recognition.
As a co-founder of the slow design brand RUMAH, Mauro seeks to rescue and celebrate traditional craftsmanship, bringing his creativity from hand embroidery to the fascinating world of Russian stitching and sculpted wool. His tapestries, with organic shapes and striking colors, adorn homes and establishments in various countries and are represented by galleries in both France and Brazil.
Through his intuitive process, Mauro immerses himself in his affective memory and connects with his roots, seeking to express the feelings that permeate him. His welcoming and warm approach allows him to connect with people in a unique way, creating artworks that are as comforting as the wool itself. With his passion for textile art, Mauro shares his knowledge in this inspiring course, guiding you to explore your own creativity and dive into the exciting world of tapestries full of colors and volumes.
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