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Crafting Dreams: The Art of Animal Heads

Discover how a Berlin-based textile artist brings fantastical animal heads to life for performers!

By Valeriya Safronova and Sasha ArutyunovaSource: nytimes.com1 min read
Crafting Dreams: The Art of Animal Heads
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Lisa Laurén creates imaginative animal costume heads that range from $2,500 to $3,500, turning dreams into reality through her artistic skills.

In the heart of Berlin, Lisa Laurén uses her textile artistry to create stunning animal costume heads for performers. Drawing inspiration from her playful childhood in a Swedish commune, Laurén treats each commission as a fun project, stating, “it’s kind of like I’m going on a play date.” These vibrant, colorful creations allow her to shape someone else's dream into a tangible piece of art.Laurén, a well-rounded freelance textile artist, has collaborated with big names like Netflix and the Metropolitan Opera. The journey into crafting animal heads began in 2011 when she was commissioned by the Komische Oper Berlin for an opera featuring forest creatures. Since then, her whimsical creations—ranging in price from $2,500 to $3,500—have captivated audiences and performers alike, solidifying her reputation in the performing arts scene.

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