Through his reinterpretation of classical embroidery techniques, North Carolina artist Stephen Wilson is pushing the boundaries of tradition to create one-of-a-kind art as timeless as it is fashion-forward. Repurposing upcycled luxury materials, Wilson and his team of artisans at Stephen Wilson Studio use paint, embroidery, and found object assemblage to create each work of art.
High fashion’s influence is apparent in each design, expressed through manipulating repurposed luxury packaging and fabrics. Authentic materials from iconic fashion houses such as Hermès, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Goyard serve as the inspiration for each piece. This luxurious art series uses the beautiful packaging which accompanies designer purchases as a canvas for every work. These boxes and bags are part of the luxury experience but are inevitably discarded. Wilson’s designs transform these items into wholly unique works of art, capturing the emotion of luxury itself with a stunning result.
The iconic Hermès horse gallops across the canvas with a form enhanced by the brand’s colorful, hand-knotted scarves. Textured, jewel-tone butterflies float against the botanical embroidered backdrop of a Chanel box.
With Wilson’s background as a freelance fashion embroidery designer, his strong ties to the fiber arts and luxury brands shine through his work. Each piece includes thousands, if not millions, of embroidery stitches, taking hundreds of hours to create at the Stephen Wilson studio in Charlotte, N.C. studio.
The Modularity Collection, available at Talulah & Hess in East Dallas, features these iconic works of art in modern acrylic shadowbox frames. Using a standardized frame size, each piece can be assembled into endless variations to create your own modular, luxury gallery wall at home. Mix and match sizes and styles using the easy-to-hang cleat system included with every work to keep your gallery fresh and fabulous. The acrylic shadowbox frame also allows each piece to stand on its own, perfect for a shelf or tabletop. Signed by the artist and presented in a beautiful gift box, each work of art is a perfect companion for your next celebration.
Bring timeless luxury home from your favorite designer brands with original art from Stephen Wilson Studio, exclusively at Talulah & Hess, your favorite neighborhood store!
