The practice oftextile artmay be centuries-old, but it is still ever-evolving.

Portuguese artistVanessa Barragao, for instance, creates one-of-a-kind works that look like a piece of nature.

By using varied fiber techniques, she renders sprawling compositions of flora that are lush with texture and color.

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao

Barragao works with a team of six assistants to bring her projects to life.

These works mimic nature from Barragao’s home in Portugal.

In particular, she finds inspiration in the biodiversity found by the sea, like coral and rock pools.

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao

Portuguese artist Vanessa Varragao creates exquisite textile art.

Her works capture the textures and forms of different flora.

These sprawling compositions mimic the biodiversity found in nature.

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao

Textile Art by Vanessa Barragao