Ba Xian Guo Hai - Decorative textile design
Design, as an artistic expression, has become a label of the society which is interrelated with culture closely. It becomes a presentation of a large process of cultural exploration which means to capture ideation, innovation and enterprise. The inspiration of the work is based on the Chinese traditional and indigenous religion of Taoism. The design takes ideas from the Taoist representation of Ba Xian, and its well-known ancient story called ‘Ba Xian Guo Hai’ or ‘the Eight Immortals crossing the sea’. The pattern design uses the tools belonging to the immortals, called ‘An Ba Xian’ in Chinese, which are usually used in interior design. It means that the family will have good fortune and peace forever. This project is textile wall ornament made of natural material of cork fabric, silk thread and recycled paper folding fans. It is an upcycling work by hand embroidery.
