AaltoTEXTILES is a network linking all textile-material related activities within design, technology and business at Aalto University
Exploring the sustainable future of digital textile printing
Delve into the realm of digital textile printing, a more sustainable alternative than conventional methods. Compared to screen printing and batch dyeing, digital printing – especially with pigment and sublimation techniques - significantly reduces water consumption, minimises the use of dyes and chemicals, and thereby addresses the issue of aquatic pollution.
When
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Where
BRIDGE, Väre, 2nd floor
Otaniementie 14, 02150 Espoo
Digitally printed fabric collection
The exhibition showcases students’ digitally printed fabric collections, which focus on the interaction of the print and the print ground (material). Some of the works use recycled or upcycled materials as print grounds while others aim to mimic the visual effects of more harmful or complex printing and manufacturing methods or excessive yarn material use. Digital printing enables a more sustainable production of these designs, as fewer chemicals would be released into the wastewater, and a reduced amount of water would be required in the processes.
The exhibition reveals the processes used to create the fabrics. It creates an interesting storyline with explorative designs, combining techniques in such unexpected ways that the viewer does not immediately recognize how they are made – seeing the making process has a surprise element to it.
The fabric collections are results of a design competition organised in collaboration with Epson in Spring 2023.
Contact
Maija Fagerlund
Department of Design
The Department of Design is a diverse community of competent, creative and responsible individuals. In design, we appreciate technical skill, social significance and artistic expression.
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