The alchemy of Silk

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Using genetically modified moths to produce golden silk

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Illustration of the Anatomy of Silk

Sild moths can be genetically modified to create golden solk
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Golden Silk

Created with the help of genetically modified moths.
Image: Anisa Xhomaqi, Joe Davis

26-08-2016 The Alchemy of Silk - Joe Davis (US)

Joe Davis gave a workshop about: how to bio-mineralize your own silk fibers with metallic gold. By doing so you can generate materials with unprecedented properties for both art and fashion, as well...
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Bio artist Joe Davis

Pioneering in the field of Bio art and design
Image: Mediamatic Biotoop Dijkspark

wASH bottles with laundry detergent, ash, bokashi…