Hand Embroidery Textile Art - Student

C E L E B R A T I O N
C O N T E X T F O R T H E B R I E F
Embroidered textiles have been used across all cultures to celebrate significant life events and successes. Historically, embroidered textiles were
highly valued not only because of their use of precious materials but also the time spent in hand production, particularly within the use of the
technique of goldwork.
Within industry, technological innovations continue to inspire increasingly more varied and intricate textile surfaces and this is visible through the
recent proliferation of digital embroidery on the catwalks. However, this is balanced by a resurgence of interest in maintaining craft skills and
safeguarding this heritage.
In a reaction to throwaway fast-fashion, textile and fashion designers continue to question the sustainability of their practice and explore. Not only
do they reuse and recycle, but exploration of slow textiles and the consideration of the longevity of a project is of growing importance, as is using
their medium draw attention to social issues.
From a wedding dress to highly embellished hip-hop sportswear, to the uniforms of decorated military officers, sequined party dresses and to the
couture of the met gala ball, playful embroidery is an integral part of celebration.
So for 2017 let’s celebrate! Celebrate history, celebrate global culture, celebrate your sense of place, celebrate your sense of identity, celebrate
embroidery and celebrate life.