Embroidery portraiture translates human likeness into thread with remarkable emotional resonance, each stitch contributing to the overall impression. Artists employ various techniques—long-and-short stitch for smooth skin tones, French knots for textured hair, and directional stitching that follows facial contours. Many portrait embroiderers work from photographs, carefully selecting thread colors under natural light to capture subtle undertones and highlights. The eyes require particular attention, often combining satin stitch for whites with layered French knots for irises that seem to glint with life. Contemporary approaches include abstracted portraits using geometric color blocks, surreal compositions with facial features morphing into nature elements, or mixed-media pieces incorporating unconventional materials. Some artists embroider directly onto printed fabric photos, enhancing selected areas with thread. The rise of social media has popularized embroidered self-portraits and celebrity likenesses, with viral trends like “stitched aging” series showing how a face might change over decades in thread. This specialized embroidery form blends technical skill with psychological insight, creating textile art that seems to gaze back at the viewer with quiet intensity.

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the hoop is to an embroiderer what a canvas is to a painter, and a stage is to a model. a year’ish long solo exhibition at item gallery in paris currently houses model and artist sheena liam’s internet-viral pieces aside new works in a…

Custom Cat Embroidery Hoop Wall Art, Custom Pet Portrait, Cat Lover Gift, Modern Embroidery Hoop Art, Minimalist Decor

This adorable embroidered cat wall art is completely customizable for the cat lover in your life – right down to the fur color! This lightweight hoop is sure to make a big impact in your space with minimal effort- it can be easily hung with a tiny nail, thumbtack or command hook. Or add a pop of personality to any shelf by simply propping it up– no hardware required. If you’re planning to give this modern embroidery hoop as a gift (what a thoughtful person you are!) you can rest assured that I’ve given full attention to finishing details for a high-quality look. I’ll even stitch a name, initials, or symbol onto the felt on the back for an extra special touch- just send me a message when you order! DETAILS ✦ 4 inches in diameter ✦ Materials: bamboo hoop, 100% cotton cloth & DMC thread ✦ Back finished with cut-to-size felt ✦ Created and ready to be shipped in 3-5 business days ✦ Please allow for minor variances in each handstitched piece. [ If this flower isn’t your thing, you can find more options in my other listings- https://etsy.me/2YIYPLQ ] Planning a gallery wall? Need to decorate multiple rooms? Don’t forget to check out the rest of my shop for more #smallhappythings to add to your home– https://www.etsy.com/shop/embrygifts/

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A blog dedicated to hand embroidery. I started this blog to keep myself inspired and my fingers stitching. Perhaps others will be tempted to pick up a needle and thread and express themselves. Any…

Personnalisé Couple Portrait aquarelle broderie moderne Art du cerceau : Cadeau pour la Saint-Valentin, mariages, fiançailles et anniversaires

Ce portrait de couple sur commande est peint à la main et brodé avec soin. C’est un cadeau agréable pour les mariages, les anniversaires ou tout simplement parce que S’il vous plaît permettre 2-3 semaines pour créer. Situé dans un cerceau de broderie de 9 po ou 10 po. Alors, comment cela fonctionne-t-il? J’aurai besoin d’une photo de chaque membre du couple comme une référence (s’il vous plaît note copier directement sur les photos afin de choisir ceux que vous aimez et dans une pose vous aimez  :)). S’il vous plaît indiquer votre schéma de couleurs souhaités dans les commentaires supplémentaires lors de la caisse ou n’hésitez pas à me message. Par exemple, l’un des portraits est bleu et rouge et ces deux couleurs forment pourpre dans la section du milieu. Vous pouvez suivre ce type de format ou opter pour des couleurs naturelles ou en noir et blanc. Fondamentalement, c’est fait sur mesure pour vous et nous pouvons vraiment collaborer sur elle pour assurer les meilleurs résultats! Fil noir servira à décrire les figures, sauf indication contraire. Tous les portraits sont faits sur le tissu de mousseline de coton de couleur naturelle. Vous pouvez choisir entre un cerceau de broderie régulière et un cerceau Auburn, qui est mo
ntré dans la dernière image. Si vous avez des questions ou vous demandez si quelque chose peut être plus personnalisé, n’hésitez pas à me demander ! Suivre sur instagram pour les mises à jour et dans les coulisses des photos/vidéos ! @errant_hart

Vincent Van Gogh Self-portrait embroidery hoop art, modern embroidery wall decor, Van Gogh embroidery art

Bright embroidery hoop art inspired with Sunflowers by Vincent Van Gogh will be great gift for art lover and perfect wall decor. Hand stitched with love, secured in a 5 inch (14 cm) embroidery hoop and backed with felt. See more on our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/bloomingdaythings. Feel free to write me to order anything you find there or another custom piece. Real colors may slightly differ from displaying on different monitors. The item will be shipped within 1-3 days after payment is received. The parcel will go for at least 2-3 weeks to other countries. I’ll provide the tracking number and you will be able to track the parcel.

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