An exploration of the corset as a motif for textile artists; with practical tips and examples. Used for the last 400 years to contort the female body into a variety of fashionable silhouettes; the corset has become a fascinating and hugely popular motif for modern textile artists who wish to represent the female body using the largely feminine traditions of textile and stitch. Beginning with a step-by-step guide to constructing a simple fabric corset; the book goes on to explore more contemporary and experimental approaches to construction; from using unusual materials such as lace; metal; paper and found fibres to up-cycling or repurposing existing garments to make a statement. This practical guide is full of exercises for creating intimate garments and wearable art in two- and three-dimensions and is packed with inspiring work and installations by other contemporary artists.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I really enjoyed the bookBy 9bbirdsI really enjoyed the book. What an eye opener Simon de Pury seems sincere and principled. although the mechanics of the buying and selling of artwork. and the vast sums made by the sellers seem very unfair to the artist who creates the work and sees no royalties from sales. Could you cough up 1% buddies? Otherwise. informative. entertaining (if somewhat depressing) look at the marketing of art.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The book is a wonderful story of the underbelly of the artworld and of ...By CustomerThe book is a wonderful story of the underbelly of the artworld and of the rich and famous we have all been privy to read about throughout the years. Loved the wonderful way Simon de Pury allows the reader to learn about his private life as well. A very good read!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A detailed view!By Lous GiovannettiYes like the detail and felt I learned a lot.
