Biomaterials: Creating Materials Using Organic Waste
A course by Loana Flores , Textile Artist
Discover how to master the process of creating biomaterials and give new life to organic waste.
Immerse yourself in the exciting world of biomaterials and discover how to generate your own resources from organic waste in this Domestika course. Join Loana Flores, renowned textile designer and artist specialized in research with environmentally responsible materials.
Explore the properties and preparations of biomaterials, acquire the skills necessary to produce them and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of natural dyes and pigments. You will learn how to create bioplastic samples using ingredients such as gelatin, agar-agar and starch, discovering the complete process from the preparation of the molds to the final touches.
Additionally, you will experiment with creating biocomposites using unusual ingredients such as eggs and mussels. You will learn to mix, shape and vary the color of these materials, as well as apply different finishes to obtain unique results.
During the course, you will also explore textile techniques and learn to document the entire process, allowing you to experiment and collaborate with other creatives. Discover how innovative brands are using biomaterials to solve real problems and how you can consciously express your art.
Enter a world of creative possibilities and contribute to a better future.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 27 downloads
- 97% positive reviews (126)
- 10,970 students
- 16 lessons (1h 7m)
- 27 additional resources (12 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
The final project of this course consists of developing a sample of materials from organic waste. Using the knowledge acquired, you will create your own biomaterials, modifying them according to your preferences. You will be able to experiment with different textures, colors and finishes, expressing your creativity in unique pieces.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is aimed at designers, textile artists and people interested in sustainability and experimentation with environmentally responsible materials. If you are looking to expand your knowledge in the world of biomaterials and discover new forms of artistic expression, this course is for you. No prior knowledge required.
Requirements and materials
To take this course, no prior knowledge is required. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of biomaterials and discover new creative possibilities.
Reviews
Loana Flores
A course by Loana Flores
Loana Flores is a renowned textile designer and artist specialized in research with organic and discarded materials. Her passion for sustainability and her commitment to the environment have led her to question the practices of the fashion industry and explore new languages of artistic expression.
Loana is a professor at ESDI and is part of the Aru research group, as well as various research groups in new materials and technologies applied to textiles. Her experience as a teacher and her training in sustainability have prompted her to reflect on industry practices, both in terms of materials and processes and in relation to the human factor.
With extensive experience in experimenting with different materials, both textiles and other non-conventional materials, Loana seeks to find possibilities in what has not been explored. Her training as a designer has given her a deep knowledge of the production processes in garment development, while her study of textile art and artisanal techniques has allowed her to experiment and push limits to obtain unique results.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Innovation in materials
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What are biomaterials?
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Tools and materials
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Discards and recipes
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Colors
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U3
Lab kitchen: bioplastics
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The production of bioplastic
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Preparation of the molds
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The creation of bioplastic
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Bioplastics: the results
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U4
Lab kitchen: biocomposites
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The preparation of biocomposites
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The mix and the mold
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Biocomposite: the results
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U5
The application of biomaterials
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Documentation and registration sheets
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Bonds between materials: possible uses
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Collaborative work with other disciplines
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FP
Final project
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Biomaterials: how to create new materials from organic waste
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Buena introduccion para conocer lo basico de biomateriales
Es la introducción de la introducción de la introducción, nada que no puedas ver en un solo video de TT
Really glad I paid it 0,99c because the english version is a complete mess, the audio doesn't match the video, and it doesn't match subtitles, speeds up randomly, really really hard to follow. Probably good if you speak spanish
Es una buena base para iniciarse en el tema de los biomateriales, tiene lo esencial para personas que se dedican a temas distintos del arte o la biotecnología
A great course for beginners!