Austin Ellwein (b. 2000) is an American fibers artist + textile designer based in New York City. (BFA, Fibers, Savannah College of Art and Design)

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Parables of Eden

“And I see with great fury, these parables of Eden have been forsaken”
Wall Textile and Rug Collection, 2024

This collection features four patterns and three rug designs intended for interior spaces. Inspired by rich Persian rugs and textiles, I hand-painted every pattern with watercolors. Subsequently, I then enhanced and recolored them using CAD programs.

My goal with this collection was to create bold statement pieces and intricate backdrops. To enrich the designs, I experimented with found textures from photographs I took, and utilized techniques like dodging and burning to add depth. Each pattern was meticulously hand-painted using Windsor and Newton watercolors. I explored decorative ornate motifs and intricate subpatterns, emulating the timelessness of Persian craftsmanship.

Rug Designs