Igora Lucyna Opala
I am the solo visionary and artist behind the IgoraDesign label. I have been recognised as a pioneering felt designer and fabric artist.
My diverse portfolio of creative work has been recognised not only in Australia but also throughout USA, Europe, Central Asia and China. I am highly regarded as an inspirational teacher, workshop facilitator, collaborator, mentor and award-winning artist.
Inspired by my connection to nature and human spirit, I mastered the art of sharing stories and dreams through the fabric medium. The stories I tell in my works are collected from all over the world. I have been fortunate enough to have travelled extensively, the places, people and experiences I have encountered, are visible throughout my collections. These are ‘yarns’ spun in wool and silk, transformed into tangible platforms to covey anecdotes, memories and legends, using millions of interwoven fibers to not only convey a picture but an entire story.
When anybody looks at my work, there is no doubt that they will see a strong current of my love of our natural environment.
My collections feature a diverse array of artistic treasures, each piece carefully curated and cherished. Felt takes center stage, with its soft texture and versatile nature, captivating my imagination. Botanical prints bring a touch of nature's beauty into my collection, capturing the intricate details of flowers, leaves, and plants. The combination of felt and botanical prints creates an enchanting fusion, blending organic elements with tactile artistry.
Together, these collections tell a story of creativity and the beauty found in the natural world.