# Abstract Embroidered Artwork Defne Tesal's Woven Lanscapes Capture Natural Views By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-05-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/defne-tesal References: [lanciatrendvisions](http://www.lanciatrendvisions.com/en/article/defne-tesal-and-the-art-of-embroidering-landscapes) & [defnetesal.wix](http://defnetesal.wix.com) Artist Defne Tesal's embroidered landscapes challenge tradition with simplified forms that are representative of nature. Defying classic landscape scenes, the artist replaces traditional canvas and paintbrush supplies with [wool and cotton materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekla-evelina-severin-and-layered). Born in 1985, the Istanbul-based artist is a scenography and costume design graduate at Mimar Sinan University. In addition to her talent for embroidery, the artist is also a seasoned illustrator, doll maker and stop motion animator and film maker. Defne Tesal's embroidered landscapes are a fresh translation of [traditional painting subjects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition) like streets, fields and woods. The artist sews these scenes atop a fabric backdrops using colored thread that varies in thickness and hue. The result is a calming set of [woven artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hare-klein) that evoke the true essence of a natural landscape. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Simplified Forms in Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of unconventional materials and techniques in traditional art forms to create unique and modern artwork. - **Multidisciplinary Art Practices:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Encourage artists to combine multiple art forms and disciplines, such as embroidery, illustration, and animation, to create innovative and boundary-pushing artworks. - **Nature-inspired Artwork:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Harness the power of nature as a source of inspiration and explore different mediums to create artwork that captures the essence of natural landscapes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace new materials and techniques in traditional art forms to attract a wider audience and cater to evolving consumer preferences. - **Textile and Material Innovation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new textile technologies and materials that enable artists to experiment with embroidery and create unique woven artworks. - **Film and Animation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Encourage the integration of different art forms, such as embroidery and stop motion animation, to create innovative and visually striking films. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [Textile Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral.md) - [Textural Porcelain Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamara-efrat.md) - [Handwoven Colorful Tapestries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versus-edition-one.md) - [Limited Semi-Biographical Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncertainty.md) - [Collaborative Tea Towel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-towel-design.md) - [Graphic Motif Textiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-jacquard.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Sculptural Knitted Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-knitted-objects.md)