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Will Skill Passion

Switzerland

Featuring:
Christine Collet

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Gorgeous Shawls imports and distributes high quality pashminas, traditionally hand-woven and embroidered by skilled artisans in Kashmir and India.
In collaboration with the artist Christine Collet, Gorgeous Shawls has initiated the art project 'Pashmina and its Painting', which will be presented at ART INTERNATIONAL ZURICH.

The pashmina is derived from the soft undercoat of animals known as Changthangi or Pashmina goats, which are endemic to the elevated altitudes of the Himalayas. Pashmina is renowned for its exceptional warmth, lightness and softness, and is widely regarded as one of the most exquisite natural fibres in the world. The traditional production of genuine pashmina involves manual spinning, yielding textiles of unparalleled quality, particularly in the form of scarves and shawls. The rarity of this material, coupled with the labour-intensive nature of its production, has led to its widespread appreciation and desire. The hand-embroidered scarves in this collection have been meticulously crafted to embody the authenticity and luxurious feel associated with genuine pashmina. The pieces are distinguished by their enduring elegance and comfort. The scarves in this collection are masterpieces, embodying centuries-old techniques and intricate details that elevate each piece to the status of a work of art. The motifs, skilfully handcrafted, reflect the cultural diversity and rich heritage of the region. Gorgeous Shawls is a brand of Will Skill Passion LLC. The company's name encapsulates the commitment, expertise and fervour of the artisans and all those engaged in this profession.

Christine Collet was born in Bern as the granddaughter of a painter and received an artistic education from an early age. Throughout her life, she travelled extensively, including several years in South Korea and Central America. Her extensive travels have provided her with a rich array of impressions, which she has subsequently expressed through the mediums of colour, scent and emotion in her artistic oeuvre. Her encounters with prominent artistic figures further contributed to her artistic evolution, imparting invaluable insights and guidance. These interactions contributed to the evolution of her unique artistic style and expression. Her artistic techniques are diverse, incorporating elements such as texture, sand, pigment, oil, acrylic, and tar. While frequently abstract in style, her works also exhibit figurative elements. The viewer is confronted with a field of tension between dream and reality. The artist herself describes her working method as follows: "The brush is the key that opens the door to my imaginary world".