Embroidered photography

Llandudno-based textile artist and designer Francesca Colussi gives old postcards a second life

I'm an embroidery artist who specializes in creating beautiful pieces of art on paper. I offer custom commissions for weddings, memorials, and portraits, but one of my favorite things to create is a stunning floral arch made entirely out of embroidery on paper. This unique and innovative approach to floral decor is a perfect way to add a touch of personality and beauty to any event. With my expertise and your vision, we can create a one-of-a-kind piece that you'll treasure for years to…

With just some photos and thread you can create unique decor with embroidered photo art. Add it to a mood board, photo wall or art journal!

I have stacks of old photos in my basement from before the digital age. A couple of years ago our basement flooded and some of the pictures got wet. Luckily there are other copies floating around in the family but I just couldn't bring myself to throw these out. I scann

Chilean artist Jose Romussi adds embroidery to paper photographs to extracts a third dimension, and thus a nascent personality, out of an otherwise flat image. By doing so, Romussi opens space for alternative interpretations and methods of viewing a staged image. The artist refers to his work as an "intervention," and in many ways, his intentions are similar to other contemporary artists who use yarn as a method of interrupting the norm. Like "Yarn Bombing," which is often performed as a…

"In the embroidery that I carefully crafted on A3 paper, each flower has its own unique character. By using threads in all colors ranging from red to yellow, green to blue, this artwork reflects the pains, joys, hopes, and happiness of women's lives. The colorful breath that I added to a vintage photograph reminds us how beautiful crying can be. I hope this artwork has touched the hearts of all viewers."