Introduction to Leather Marquetry
Our sources of inspiration
A course by Valentine H. Despointes et Mélanie Durand , Leatherwork Experts
Joined January 2022
Joined January 2022
About the video: Our sources of inspiration
Overview
“In this lesson, we will tell you about the photographers and artists whose work we particularly appreciate and who are a source of inspiration in our creations. ”
In this video lesson Valentine H. Despointes et Mélanie Durand addresses the topic: Our sources of inspiration, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Leather Marquetry. Discover the art of marquetry to create unique, jungle-themed artwork that can be replicated in different formats.
Partial transcription of the video
“Our sources of inspiration In this lesson, I am going to tell you about the artists who inspire my work on a daily basis. I'm going to tell you about the Mexican architect Luiz Barragán, that I discovered during my first trip to Mexico. Its modernist architecture and its pure lines inspire me every day in my work. I like the colors he uses, bright colors and which fit into a pure nature. The simplicity of its design influences my work and the shape of some of my accessories. This lamp was inspired, for example, in the colors, by this part of his house in Mexico that you can find here. Just ...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Leather Marquetry
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Areas
Accessory Design, Arts & Crafts, Decoration, Design, DIY
Valentine H. Despointes et Mélanie Durand
A course by Valentine H. Despointes et Mélanie Durand
Valentine Huyghues Despointes and Mélanie Durand are both passionate about leatherwork. After meeting in 2018, they decided to join forces in the studio Valentine H. Despointes. Since then, they have been creating beautiful decorative objects on a daily basis by way of artisanal marquetry techniques.
From the simple keychain to art statues, their universe is striking, colorful, and bold. It has attracted brands such as Dior, Louis Vuitton, RSVP, and Fauré le Page. They have also created a backgammon game for the brand Baccarat and a cacao tree jungle for the Plaza Athénée Hotel in Paris.
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