Hand Embroidery Textile Art - Student

"A Peruvian Tale”
Throughout the years it has become noticeable that
culture tends to have an influence on the way individuals
experience and perceive life. I have always had a
profound admiration for Peru, its culture, its people, my
birthplace. Being brought up in Lima, the capital of Peru,
has developed my interest and admiration of their
architecture and textiles manipulation. Their colourful
layered houses and diverse historical location such
Macchu Picchu and Chan Chan provide meaningful
illustration of ancient art.
Taking an organic approach from their textures, bold
colours and shapes specifically in ancient Peruvian
cultures. I was intrigued to find out more about the way
people live, focusing on the contrast of architectural
motifs and organic landscapes. The Peruvian community
have managed to demonstrate and share their historical
culture by producing joyful, happy and colourful hand
crafted textiles which include meaning and tradition
behind every colour and motif.
My innovative designs have been greatly influenced by
Peru's arts , textiles illustration and material
manipulation. This collection showcases a variety of
fashion fabrics and accessories which include hand
embroidery and laser cutting, this allowed me to produce
my own beads and statement pieces. My aim is for the
audience to envision Peru through my interpretation and
life journey, which gives them the opportunity develop
their knowledge and understanding of this countries
cultures, tradition, culture and history.
TEXTILE ARTS
STUDENT CATEGORY
PALOMA ALARCON