Drawing with Thread
A unique technique for embroidered realism
A course by Cecilia Santamaria Mandujano , Embroiderer and Illustrator
Joined August 2022
Joined August 2022
About the video: A unique technique for embroidered realism
Overview
“You probably know what embroidery is, but have you heard of drawing with black thread? With this unique style of embroidery you can create pieces with surprising results, and no previous experience is required to learn to master it, you only need needles, threads and, of course, a lot of love. Do you dare to learn more about this very original way of embroidering? ”
In this video lesson Cecilia Santamaria Mandujano addresses the topic: A unique technique for embroidered realism, which is part of the Domestika online course: Drawing with Thread. Learn to embroider and draw with thread. Transfer your sketches to fabric to create realistic illustrations..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson I am going to talk to you a little more about what is the drawing with thread and how different artists represent through this technique their different styles and their way of seeing the world. At first glance, they look like pencil drawings. with charcoal or even with stylographs, but when you get closer and closer to this job, you will find that everything is done through threads. This is the magic of embroidery. Here I share three artists that for me the truth is that their work inspires me a lot. The first couple I want to talk about is about Charles and Eileen. They are...”
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Course summary for: Drawing with Thread
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Category
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Areas
Drawing, Embroidery, Fiber Arts, Realistic Drawing, Textile Design, Traditional illustration
Cecilia Santamaria Mandujano
A course by Cecilia Santamaria Mandujano
Ceci Santamaria is a talented embroiderer and illustrator with an overflowing passion for nature. Her ability to portray flora and fauna through realistic embroidery has allowed her to collaborate with renowned brands and leave a mark in the world of handmade art. With a unique drawing technique with black thread, Ceci seeks to create emotional connections with her works, transmitting the magic and beauty of nature through each stitch.
Her career includes projects with renowned brands such as Bleiz, Cetrería de México and COATS, as well as a series of contemporary creations that combine tradition and modernity. The subtlety with which she handles color and textures in her embroidery highlights her talent for capturing the very essence of nature in each work.
Ceci Santamaría has become an influential figure in the world of embroidery and illustration, sharing her knowledge and techniques with enthusiasm. Her passion for nature and her ability to create realistic portraits with black thread make her a unique artist, whose creativity and skill continue to captivate those who appreciate the beauty of what is handmade.
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