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Urban Memories: Time, Place and Emotion in a street tapestry
University of Arts, Crafts and Design, Department of Crafts (KHV), Textiles.
2024 (English)Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master of Fine Arts (Two Years))Student thesis
Abstract [en]

“Urban Memories” encapsulates a personal journey in Berlin. This master's thesis embarks on a captivating exploration of the fluidity of home and the passage of time in the vibrant urban landscape. Spanning the years 2007 to 2022, the streets of the city serve as both canvas and storyteller, capturing the transient nature of homes and the fragility of moments. Through the innovative medium of embroidery, fragments from a personal diary in 2012 intertwine with literary insights from German authors in different eras such as Christa Wolf, Dörte Hansen, and Jenny Erpenbeck.

The narrative unfolds across four chapters, each delving into different facets of the author's experiences and reflections. Looking at historical aspect like the reconstruction of Berlin after World War II and the symbolic significance of disappearing houses, the thesis explores the profound connection between memory and location. It navigates through temporal contexts, examining societal attitudes and the evolving spirit of Berlin across different eras.

The thesis also dives into the art of crafting stories, drawing parallels between textile craft and comic drawing. In the final chapter, it explores street art's role in shaping public spaces, highlighting the transformative potential of embroidery. As banners flutter on construction site fences and embroidered memories find a place in the public realm, the thesis invites contemplation on the intersections of art, memory, and the evolving identity of the city. 

Through this interdisciplinary exploration, the thesis weaves a tapestry that not only captures personal experiences but reflects the collective memory of a dynamic and ever-changing city.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
2024. , p. 28
Keywords [en]
Berlin, Urban Experience, Transience, Memory, Comic Art, Hand Embroidery, Storytelling, Place, Time, Street Art
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Visual Arts
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URN: urn:nbn:se:konstfack:diva-9692OAI: oai:DiVA.org:konstfack-9692DiVA, id: diva2:1866219
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CRAFT! - Textiles (Master)
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Available from: 2024-06-11 Created: 2024-06-06 Last updated: 2025-02-21Bibliographically approved

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