Application Quote by Sruli Recht
“Making clothing is not just about the application of style and technique. At some stage, you want to experiment with new materials, or experiment in making materials. When you have a material to yourself, you get to make something totally new based on how that material acts. The access afforded by this tannery pushes you beyond your comfort or knowledge zone of hue and texture, forcing you - the designer - to think about how that flat plane will act when it enters the third dimension.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The Art of Material Experimentation", 2020
Designers should push beyond familiar techniques, using new materials to explore three‑dimensional possibilities and innovate.
In simple terms: Explore new materials to expand design horizons.
Key Takeaway
Embrace material experimentation.
Themes
creativity
innovation
design process
Mood
curious
inspired
Type
artistic
experimental
When to use this quote
- fashion prototyping
- textile research
- product development
- art installations
Key Concepts
material science
spatial thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What new material could transform your work?
- How do you balance experimentation with practicality?
A Different Perspective
Risk of costly trial and error without clear direction.
