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Tingting’s philosophy is rooted in the art of hand-weaving, drawing inspiration from traditional tapestry techniques  applied to contemporary art practice. 

Inspired by the works of Anni Albers and Fukumi Shimura, ‘the Conceptual Woven Bag’ colour and material selection demonstrates her preference for the beauty of the yarn and weave structures, balanced with functionality:

the soft focus of cotton, the shimmer of raw silk and hemp provide a bold contrast. 

The work is not just about fabrics but also everything seen, touched and worn.

Influenced by her superstition-rich Cantonese background, Tingting seeks to explore the spiritual properties of natural fabrics and animal hair. Animal hair is said to bring a sense of meditation, good luck, and wealth to the wearer.

The “Amulet Collection-Wild Attachment(2023)” was inspired by a visit to ‘Lindway Springs Alpacas’. 

Using soft alpaca wool and fur, she experimented with double cloth and tapestry techniques on a loom to weave wearable talismans.

Many thanks to Tingting for the work and the great conversation. Find more @arieeelll33