Textile art is often seen as a feministic practice which is opposed to the traditional “masculine oil painting.” However, it is not our intention to make a political statement out of it, and will be happy to welcome all genders with different experiences of sewing and/or drawing. Participants will get some input about different methods of combining color and effect which can be expected when choosing one or another variation. There will be two sewing machines available for those who would like to use them, but it will be possible to make a collage completely by hand. In this case it will take more time and can be finished at home.
Participants can make bags, decorate clothes, or hang this textile portrait on the wall like an oil painting.
The workshop will be held in English, with the possibility to ask specific questions or to get an additional individual explanation in German, Ukrainian, or Russian.
All materials are included.
Please consult our COVID-19 measures and regulations at our website: https://sihl13.ch/?page_id=198.