I am an independent fashion designer, lover of textiles, a weaver, spinner and dyer (natural dyes). I love to create unique accessories with unusual fabrics. I am of Armenian heritage and often incorporate vintage textiles from my grandmothers in my work. I also love collage and working with dry mineral pigments, which allows me to experiment with many different mediums.
The Pre-Raphaelites played a large part in shaping my outlook, as I was an English major in college. I also love cats, big and small, especially Siamese.
Many things inspire me--people who do their best at whatever they do; the art, music and crafts of different cultures; beautiful plants, trees flowers and shells. I enjoy collaborating with other artists and like the energy that is exchanged.
Mission: To explore, promote and create interesting, beautiful, and cutting edge textiles using natural fibers, pigments and dyes.
Embroidered Tulle Scarf by Jane Porter
Location: Chadds Ford, PA and Hamilton, NY (USA)
Online stores: Jane TexCat, Tangled Lair, Vintage SiameseBrick and mortar: Porter Studios and Fine Arts Gallery
Blog: Porter Studios
Other social media: Flickr
Memberships: Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers
Languages spoken: English
Tags: textile, silk, vintage kimono, handwoven, handknit, handspun, fiber, fabric, natural dyes, felted
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Wild, yes, but elegant too. I didn't know those two could go together, but they do! I especially love the sweater with the ruffles, and the brown slinky slip-dress with the grayed-aqua patterning. Tres chic.
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