NEEDLEWORK - Stitching Stardom
Stitching Stardom with Minia Banet from Variopinto
In the historic heart of Santiago de Compostela, Spanish artist Minia Banet of Studio Variopinto is weaving stories with needle and thread. Once a photographer, Minia found her true calling in embroidery — a practice that blends nostalgia, cinematic inspiration, and a deep connection to Galician craft traditions. Her pieces often feel like stitched stills from a film, blending visual storytelling with a reverence for handmade beauty. With each thread, she brings memory, emotion, and movement to life.
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