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Israel

Israel

Driving innovation projects from initial concept and ideation through to the design and development of final products. Specializing in engineered and seamless knitting technologies, with a focus on integrating computational and parametric design to revolutionize apparel and textile development.Leading the design, research, and creation of high-performance, cutting-edge smart products in knitwear and seamless knitting. Leveraging advanced digital tools, including computational design, textile simulation, 3D modeling, and 3D printing, to streamline and enhance the design process.Collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver groundbreaking textile and apparel solutions at the forefront of the industry.

Driving innovation research in digital and algorithmic design, with a focus on developing advanced tools to revolutionize textile design and enhance the design process.Designing and developing smart, innovative wearable products and textiles using parametric digital methods, including computational design, 3D printing on textiles, and algorithm-based systems.Exploring new materials and emerging technologies to push the boundaries of textile and wearable innovation.Collaborating with companies and startups to create and implement state-of-the-art technologies, design tools, and products.

3D simulation of fashion and textile productsDigital materials developmentResearch and development in 3D fieldExploring AI tools and integrating them into the design process.Developing innovative algorithm based digital design tools

Developing innovative accessories for performance arts blending digital and traditional fabrications such as 3D body scanning, anatomical casting 3D modeling and printing, leathercraft, and textile design.working as a performer, director, and choreographer.Presenting my work in various exhibitions and festivals globally.

Oversaw the Digital Lab in the Fashion and Jewelry Department, with expertise in 3D printing and body scanning technologies. Mentored students in applying 3D design, body scanning, and 3D printing to fashion, accessories, and footwear design.

Jerusalem

Assistant lecturer at the fashion and jewelry department of the following courses:Footwear design and development courseDigital craft course3D Design course

Conducting lectures and workshops in the field of fashion and accessory design.

Collaborating with artist Gil Marco Shani to create an installation project for an upcoming exhibition. Product development involves leather craft techniques, 3D modeling, complex pattern making for 3D objects, and CNC.

As both an acrobat and designer, I founded Acrodisiac, an innovative activewear brand dedicated to creating performance-enhancing apparel for acrobats. I led the design of specialized activewear, while also managing production and overseeing marketing.

Leading several acrobatic gymnastics groups at both professional and beginner levels in various associations around Israel.building training plans and coaching kids and adolescents between the ages of 4 and 18.

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Bfa, Fashion And Footwear Design

graduated with honors and 7 academic design awards. Specializations: footwear design, 3D printing, modeling and scanning, apparel design.

Movement And Dance Department