Welcome!
You have reached the galleries of Melanie Testa, textile designer
and fiber artist.
I feel incredibly lucky to be engaged in these complementary
art forms, not only do I create the fabric but I cut it up and
sew it back together too!
In textile design, I use Procion MX dyes along with thickener,
discharge agent and resists on 100% mercerized cotton broadcloth.
The techniques I use include mono printing, stamping, screen-printing
and hand painting, all motifs are of my own creation.
My fiber art explores many ideas; including the female experience,
spirituality and nature. Reverse machine applique, collage and
toile overlay are just a few of my favourite techniques. I am
thoroughly enamoured with beads, sequins and the surface embellishment
of my work as well.
I invite you to explore my galleries, I give lectures
and workshops and have a shop
too!
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