Drawing with Thread
Points and textures
A course by Cecilia Santamaria Mandujano , Embroiderer and Illustrator
Joined August 2022
About the video: Points and textures
Overview
“We are already halfway through the process! But it's not all about lines. To identify and embroider some of the main textures of the jaguar we will use a different gradient: we will embroider dots and more dots.”
In this video lesson Cecilia Santamaria Mandujano addresses the topic: Points and textures, 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
“Let's proceed with detailing the texture of our jaguar. We've already completed the spots and the prominent lines. such as the whiskers. Now. our attention will shift towards enhancing the textures. ensuring they capture the essence of the jaguar's unique appearance and bring out the intricate details that define its and begin animating our specimen. Let's refer to our guide to determine the next area of focus. For example. the jaguar predominantly features very dark regions. These areas are crucial to its distinctive appearance. so we'll carefully enhance them to ensure they reflect the ja...”
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Course summary for: Drawing with Thread
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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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