Weaving Pattern Design with Artist Işıl Eraslan

Pera Adult

  • September 24, 2021 / 19:00

In this workshop with artist Işıl Eraslan, whose works focus on social events of the past and present, stories of Anatolian civilizations and epics,we aim to interpret the geometric forms we combine or the imaginary abstract designs we create with colors, volumes and threads. 

Materials
- A vertical, geometric or abstract pattern (It can be your own design or a picture you like)
- Weaving loom (1 unit)
- Wool and cotton threads in various colors
- Scissors
- Comb or Fork
- Pencil (Wood) (5 pcs.)
- Checkered paper (3 pcs.)
- Types of shuttles (Rag shuttle*, Plastic needle **, Boat shuttle) (optional)

* Since it is preferred for large areas, its quantity can match that of the number of colors to be used the most. You may prefer No: 2, No: 3 or No: 4.

** Since it will be used for small areas, 2 or 3 pieces should suffice.

Related Exhibition: Confrontation
Capacity: 20 participants
Duration: 1.5 hours
Participation fee per workshop: 45 TL
Fee per workshop for students: 25 TL

Participants will receive a certificate of participation by e-mail.
The participants are required to bring their own materials to the workshop.
For events held on the Zoom Meeting application, the online guided exhibition tour will be followed by an exhibition themed workshop. The link to the workshop will only be shared with ticketed participants.
Your camera and microphone must be turned on in order for the instructor to see the participants and give personalized instructions. Every participant who buys a ticket is considered to have accepted these conditions. 

For more information: ogrenme@peramuzesi.org.tr

About Işıl Eraslan

Born in 1984 in Istanbul, Eraslan completed her major in Weaving at Marmara University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Textile Arts in 2010. In the same year, she started her masters at Marmara University, Institute of Fine Arts, Department of Textile Arts and graduated in 2014. Since 2013, she has been working as a research assistant at Yeditepe University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Textile and Fashion Design. Işıl Eraslan makes 3D and surface designs using textile materials and various techniques, especially weaving.

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