Tapestry Weaver Christabel Balfour On The Art Of Improvisation And The Simplicity Of Her Designs

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2 жыл бұрын

In our film series Modern Makers, we've been celebrating the art of craft by visiting the studios of some of the most exciting artisans working today, from a woodworker to a ceramicst and a glassblower. In our new episode, we meet Christabel Balfour, a tapestry weaver whose work is inspired by man-made architecture and natural landscapes alike.
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Пікірлер: 19

@lynnmichelle5482 2 жыл бұрын

I can't imagine the patience involved in the process of weaving , it's beautiful but looks so incredibly complex, it amazes me.

@josemariass 2 жыл бұрын

Hipster level 9000, if you pass this level you become Guru

@nadia.lewis. 2 жыл бұрын

As a handknitter with a lisp which I can’t hear, it was so lovely to hear her talk about her craft. 🧶💕🤓

@floranifae8408 Жыл бұрын

I'm the same! I'm in my late 30s and no one ever told me! 😂 I started doing films and heard myself speaking...I call it a "relaxed S" x

@ChuckElliottStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely short film about the intersection between craft and art, would like to see more / know more!

@robertedwards9055 2 жыл бұрын

Everything you guys create is so beautiful. Love the channel-and this short, of course.

@nicolawillis2325 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this - I loved hearing Christabel's thoughts on tapestry! And the thought that tapestry can be really interesting in itself, without having to imitate painting etc. Thank you for sharing this beautiful work!

@blondblahness 2 жыл бұрын

Stunning work!

@katehipkin1039 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to learn to weave. Christabel's work is gorgeous, really lovely. I like what she said about "mistakes" leading to more layered, detailed areas of the overall piece. Very much enjoyed this - but it's not long enough!😁

@frenchgrama 2 жыл бұрын

Have a look at Saori weaving - using small affordable looms that are perfect for small spaces...

@travelsouvenirs6027 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing!

@janeb6377 2 жыл бұрын

Just looked up the music - Perception by Borrtex

@Pengalen 2 жыл бұрын

I got interested in tapestry from seeing tapestries of old such as the Unicorn Tapestries and other such things from the age when it was originally a very important art. I find it super-weird, by contrast, that contemporary tapestry is so boring, but I guess I'm glad people can make a living doing that, as it's a thing I might like to do. Not sure how you get into selling your tapestries or getting commissions though.

@XTSu-sl1bb 2 жыл бұрын

She seems very nice and the work is well balanced

@hammoussiu.c.w8816 7 ай бұрын

This video very interesting

@camilorojas1744 6 ай бұрын

It would have been nice if you showed the entire process of what you did with the inverted ˋć before weaving

@alanbrown6351 2 жыл бұрын

Fascinating to watch. Why New Zealand wool, is it better or cheaper??

@sousalarson6858 Жыл бұрын

I wish i had space for a floor loom 😭 I even found one for sale nearby for a good price

@annellewellyn3950 Жыл бұрын

Christabel, forgive me if this is a silly question but what kind of loom are you using? What information would I need to find one; make and so on. Thank you