Svetlana Fomina

Svetlana Fomina – Architect, Painter & Fiber Artist

Svetlana Fomina is a multidisciplinary artist with a background in architecture and painting, who has dedicated many years to exploring the expressive possibilities of fiber art and wet felting. Her work bridges the structural sensibility of design with the poetic detail of fine art, resulting in highly original, richly textured creations.

Svetlana is best known for her innovative techniques of “painting with fibers” — a felting method that intricately imitates the look of classic embroidery and antique textiles. Her felted surfaces often resemble hand-stitched tapestries, with a painterly depth that evokes history, emotion, and timeless beauty.

In addition to her two-dimensional work, she excels in 3D felted objects, such as sculptural lamps and vessels, where architectural form meets decorative richness. As an instructor, Svetlana shares her experimental spirit and technical mastery, guiding students into the world of fiber with precision, creativity, and artistic depth.