2010
Concept:
3SM001 + 3AM001 are two dresses inspired by abstract and natural organic shapes found in nature such as lightning and wave forms. They are Modern and dynamic dresses for everyday use.
Technology:
The designs have a series of embroidered LEDs (12) and a light sensor reacting to immediate environmental light fluctuations.
Materials:
The garments are made of digitally printed silk textiles, electronic hardware, and hand-embroidered hard & soft circuits. The designs can be bought as DIY kits or as finished garments. The electronics are coin cell battery operated.
Funding:
Canada Council for the Arts
Credits:
Design: Valérie Lamontagne
Seamstress & Collaboration: Magalie Coulombe-Noël
Engineering & Programming: Hesam Khoshneviss
Photography: Sandra Lynn Bélanger
Model: Valérie Lamontagne