Embroidery portraits on fabric
A course by Defne Güntürkün , Textile designer and artist
Create embroidered portraits on felt and make unique and personalized works of art.
Create embroidered portraits on felt and make unique and personalized works of art.
Embark on a creative journey led by textile designer and artist, Defne Güntürkün, and discover the fascinating world of embroidery. Learn how to breathe new life into this traditional craft. With Defne's guidance, you will master the art of drawing portraits brimming with enchanting floral elements using nothing but a needle and thread.
In this online course, you will unleash your creativity as you delve into the captivating realm of embroidery. Defne's aim is to offer you a fresh perspective, revolutionizing the way you approach this timeless craft. Through her unique and inspirational art pieces, she showcases the power of embroidery to express love for nature and people with originality and fun.
Throughout the course, you will acquire essential techniques and hone your skills, allowing you to experiment freely and create mesmerizing compositions. From mastering the main stitches to transferring your drawing onto fabric, Defne will lead you step by step through the intricacies of embroidery. Embrace patience and technique, and witness your ideas and emotions come alive with every stitch.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 20 downloads
- 95% positive reviews (21)
- 930 students
- 14 lessons (2h 2m)
- 20 additional resources (5 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
In the final project of this course, you will apply everything you've learned to create a stunning embroidered portrait filled with intricate floral elements. You'll draw upon your newfound skills in selecting references, transferring drawings, and employing a variety of stitches to bring your composition to life.
Who is this online course for?
This course welcomes anyone who is eager to embark on a creative journey and explore the world of embroidery. Whether you're an absolute beginner with no prior experience in drawing or embroidery, or you have some existing skills you'd like to expand upon, this course is designed to meet you where you are.
Requirements and materials
To participate in this course, you'll need a few basic materials. Gather your needles, embroidery floss, cotton fabric, scissors, an embroidery hoop, a reference picture, tracing paper, and a pencil. These tools will provide you with everything you need to bring your creative visions to life through embroidery. So, let your imagination run wild and get ready to dive into this captivating craft.
Reviews
A course by Defne Güntürkün
Defne Güntürkün is a highly skilled textile designer and artist based in Istanbul. With a background in fine arts and a lifelong passion for drawing and creating artistic pieces, Defne has become an expert in the realm of embroidery. She believes in the power of combining the human figure with nature, infusing her work with profound beauty and creating a deep connection with the Earth.
For over a decade, Defne has been crafting her art in her magical art studio, exploring the limitless possibilities of embroidery. Her work reflects her love for nature, and she draws inspiration from the ever-changing seasons, the vibrant colors, and the intricate details found in every aspect of the natural world. Defne's unique perspective and her ability to convey ideas and feelings through needle and thread make her an inspiring guide on your embroidery journey.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Getting Started with Embroidered Portraits
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The Materials Needed
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About Portraiture
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Choosing Floral Decorations
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The Color Palette
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U3
Creating the Embroidery Portrait
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Practicing the Stitches 1
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Practicing the Stitches 2
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Transferring the Image onto the Fabric
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The Outlines: Sketching with Thread
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The Hair
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U4
Last Details
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The Floral Details 1
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The Floral Details 2
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Finishing the Hoop
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FP
Final project
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Realistic embroidery portrait
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
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Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
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Get front-row seats
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Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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angelalunasilva
Olá. Estou gostando muito do curso. A metodologia utilizada pela cursista é esclarecedora, possui embasamento teórico. A arte do curso é excelente, dando boa visibilidade na apresentação.
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giraldoalexandra
Great Class!!
artitectura_azucena
PlusMe gusta el curso, su explicación es sencilla y puedes llevar el paso a paso.
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ranacallas
Excellent course, very creative and informative!
marli_tavares
Curso muito interessante, mas não acho que seja para principiantes, algumas passagens importantes são muito rápidas, apesar de bem explicadas. Perde-se detalhes porque a forma como é filmado oculta passos importantes. Mas é um ótimo curso, que só agrega, principalmente para quem já tem algum conhecimento e pode preencher as lacunas.
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