Maria Lindahl

Born 1967 in Torsby. Freelance designer since 2001. Design, craft, design consultation, product development.

My main occupation is designing and creating garments and textiles, but as a freelance designer I have a wide range of clients in other fields.

I collaborate with both companies working with large scale industrial production and those with craftsmanship in mind.

Much of my work develops through hands-on experiments with the material itself, where old craft techniques meet contemporary expressions in rhythm, scale or composition.

I'm interested in modern materials as well as all kind materials that can be recycled, and this has always been an important source of inspiration to me. I have a deep and sincere love for colors, materials and all types of techniques. They seem to constantly offer me new challenges and inspiration.

Projects/collaborations and freelance assignments (selected):

Östgöta Textil since 2012

Collaborations and exhibitions. Including FOUR SEASON, Exhibition at The Swedish Center Foundation, Hokkaido Japan 2018

Swedish Fashion Council 2001- 2017

Coordinator and Illustrator for women, men and childrens trend guides

Naturum Karlstad 2007

“Rovdjurshörnan” Playful exhibition for children

Art Director and illustrator

Älvens Hus, Värnäs 2004-2005

Inventive Exhibition about Klara River, for all ages,

Art Director and Illustrator

Solo Festival and Cats, Riksteatern 2004-2006