Kunst+Wissenschaft

Mold and rust, a fashion collection inspired by decomposition processes. In this collection I have explored the theme of sustainability on various levels. How can this be translated into material, processing and visual communication? The materials I used were mulesing-free new wool from Merino sheep and printed silk. For the processing of the materials I chose nunofelting (new wool and silk combine to form a textile surface) and stapling with a hand stapler. A single men's shirt was sewn. I classify this work as a slow fashion project. I have explored the craft of felting and combined it with a new technology, digital printing. The work illustrates the work in a scientific institute as a source of inspiration for design.

For the presentation of the fashion I chose older people. Authenticity is at the center of my artistic work.

 
Wiete Sommer