Kinga Földi
Kinga földi, a Budapest-based textile sculptor, transforms silk into artworks that celebrate the connection between art and nature. Using the pin-tuck technique, she creates rhythmic surfaces that evoke the softness of scales and feathers, bringing to life forms inspired by flora and fauna. Her sculptures have been exhibited internationally, inviting viewers to reconnect with the natural world.
Biography
Kinga Földi is a Hungarian textile sculptor known for transforming silk into intricate sculptural forms inspired by nature. Drawing upon techniques including pin tuck construction, lace making and origami, she creates tactile works that investigate rhythm, movement and the relationship between textile practice and organic structures.
Ginkgo
Ginkgo is a captivating sculpture by Kinga Földi, featuring her unique mastery of the pin-tuck stitching technique, originally used in garments like blouses. This rare skill has become her signature, allowing her to craft forms that echo the delicate textures of fish scales or bird feathers. By combining smaller pieces of silk and fusing them together, Kinga creates a rhythmic and tactile effect that invites a closer, more intimate appreciation.
The choice of silk as the primary material adds depth and a refined touch to the piece, enhancing the organic motifs inspired by flora and fauna. Ginkgo is not just visually stunning; it offers a sensory experience that connects viewers to the natural world.
Ginkgo, Silk Dupioni, Textile Glue, Brass Wire, 25 x 19 x 15 cm approx
Meander
“Meander” is a mesmerising textile sculpture that showcases the artist’s skill in the intricate pin-tuck stitching technique, originally found in delicate garment design. This piece brings to life the rhythm and flow of nature, with textures reminiscent of fish scales and bird feathers, all achieved through the fusion of smaller silk pieces into a cohesive form.
Crafted from silk, “Meander” offers a tactile experience that engages the senses. Its organic shapes and gentle curves invite viewers to explore every detail, feeling a deep connection to the natural world. The undulating forms and textures seem to dance, much like a river’s winding path,
hence its name, “Meander”.
Meander, Silk Dupioni, Textile Glue, Brass Wire, 25 x 41 x 15 cm approx
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