STAR Sanat ve Tasarım Araştırmaları Dergisi

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Throughout history, art has been deeply intertwined with nature. Nature has continuously presented its boundless resources to artists, serving as both a source of inspiration and a central theme in artistic creation. The aim of this article is to introduce and analyze a design process inspired by the natural beauty and ecological richness of Anatolia. The study encompasses scarf patterns derived from illustrations created based on photographs taken from nature, as well as the transformation of these patterns into final textile products. In this context, the article seeks to demonstrate how the convergence of nature and art can offer a unique design perspective and how cultural heritage can be reflected in contemporary textile design. By providing a comprehensive analysis of the design process, this study examines the theoretical and practical foundations of nature-inspired design, thus making an original contribution to the literature. It also serves as a reference for future research in both art and fashion design disciplines. Within the scope of the study, the visual texture of Anatolian flora was documented through photographs taken in natural environments. Illustrations were created from these photographs using Adobe Photoshop, and patterns were subsequently designed. The digital illustrations were transformed into fifteen scarf designs and applied to textile surfaces. A total of fifteen scarves, each measuring 90x90 cm, were produced. The design process and the final products were evaluated in terms of design elements and principles.