Discover the contemporary work of Filonenko

Born in the Soviet Union, I have always been interested in passionate about applied arts. From a very young age, I was surrounded by grandmothers who cooked delicious homemade meals, knitted and sewed decorative Russian dolls. More particularly, around the month of October, my grandmother made around ten handmade subjects. handmade cotton for our tree. This warmth of sharing and the comforting atmosphere of family fireplaces have always warmed us. my heart.

I draw my sources of inspiration from my childhood and my passions.

Ballet, this delicate and laborious art, has always occupied many people. has a special place in my heart and has inspired me. the creation of some of my subjects.

For the past 25 years, I have explored various techniques to bring life to life my inspirations. My beginnings were marked by the creation of furniture, lamps and wicker baskets.

Subsequently, I discovered the technique of hand-felted wool. the hand, with which I continue to create mainly for my family.

The cotton figurines have been a natural inspiration, having seen these creations adorn our tree and bring a lot of joy to our family. my sister and myself.

Initially, I learned a few techniques available on the Internet, but I managed to achieve this. bring my personal touch to making my toys.

These are unique toys in the world, as light as glass balls. Their particularity lies in the fact that they are not made of aluminum, papier-mâché or other materials. or plaster, like most other toys. My creations consist exclusively of cotton and a steel wire base, making them look stylish. both light and strong, to the delight of your loved ones for many years.

If you appreciate authenticity, the warmth of cotton, and unique objects that tell a story, you will certainly find something that inspires you on my page. Each creation is the fruit of my work, my passion for cotton, and my desire to create unique pieces.

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