Introduction to Marbled Fabric
Influences
A course by Carla Qua , Textile Designer
About the video: Influences
Overview
“Now I will show you some books, from various authors, that collect information about textiles and pigments that have influenced my way of working.”
In this video lesson Carla Qua addresses the topic: Influences, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Marbled Fabric. Learn artisanal dyeing techniques and draw on water to create unique patterns.
Partial transcription of the video
“Now that you know a bit more about me. i'd like to share with you some references that have inspired both own work and that of other artists I greatly admire. For instance. this is a fascinating book on the impact of Italian embroidery in contemporary fashion. and it's called Embroidery Italian Fashion. The fonts are embroidered on the cover. I am particularly fond of this book because it exemplifies the transformation of a traditional textile modern garment. This process mirrors my approach to marbling. an ancient craft that I have come to enjoy. book captures the essence of blending old t...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Marbled Fabric
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Category
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Areas
DIY, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, Textile Design, Textile Dyeing
Carla Qua
A course by Carla Qua
Multidisciplinary and experimental textile designer who lives and works in Mexico City. She studied design at art school and specialized in textile, graphic, and industrial design through various workshops.
From her textile laboratory, she collaborates on different design projects in various fields, such as furniture, fashion, art direction, accessories, textile packaging, and interior design. Working with Rococó, Sandra Weil, Avocet Jewelry, Claudia Pepper, Flaminguettes, Paraiba Beachwear, Amandina, Ayres, Allegra, among others, has greatly enriched her work.
She teaches workshops and courses on experimental textiles, using natural dyes and marbling. She is the creative director and artisan at Agnes Tintorería, a sustainable brand that creates simple garments made from organic fibers and natural dyes using ancient techniques such as dipping and marbling.
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