Embroidery: the art of stitches

Abstract

"This book carefully selects 21 contemporary embroidery artists and showcases their delicate artworks together with in depth and thematic interviews, making it not only a feast for the eyes but a practical guidebook for those who are looking to be inspired. It includes an international cast of skilled practitioners who create gorgeous embroideries of landscapes, architecture, animals, plants, typography, patterns and more. With the basics of embroidery introduced in the beginning, the book is also friendly to newcomers to the craft. Featured artists include: Artemis, Sarah K. Benning, Jordan Goetz, Mina Ivanova, Mayuka Morimoto, Elena Obando, Olga Prinku, Erika Sugano and many more"--Provided by publisher.