DISCOVER THE WORLD OF BIOTEXTILE, presentation and workshop with Petra Jerič

Škuc Gallery

Stari trg 21, Ljubljana

Tuesday, 15 April 2025, from 16:00 to 18:30

The workshop and presentation of biotextiles production will be led by textile and clothing designer Petra Jerič, who develops algae-based biomaterials (e.g. agar agar) for her work. At the lecture, the mentor will present innovative materials, methods and technology for creating biomaterials, and discuss their potential for sustainable design, drawing on her own practice. This will be followed by a practical workshop where participants will learn the basic steps for creating products using biomaterials and design their own piece of jewelry. The lecture and workshop will highlight the connection between science, art and fashion design and consider options for reducong the environmental impact of the fashion industry.

Petra Jerič graduated from NTF. She has received numerous awards for her work, including the Student Prešeren Prize. Award. She is an assistant professor at the Department of Textile Materials and Design at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maribor. She also upgrading her knowledge of biopolymer materials and coatings by completing her PhD studies at the Jožef Stefan International Postgraduate School.

The workshop is part of the programme accompanying the Lea Culetto exhibition at Škuc Gallery.

PETRA JERIČ

The workshop is only for adults aged 18 and over. No prior knowledge required.

Registration is required via email: lara.plavcak@scca-ljubljana.si

The number of places is limited.

The workshop fee is 5 EUR and covers the materials.

The amount is paid on receipt of the invoice upon registration.

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