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Internship @ Gabriela Lotaif

“My internship with Gabriela was an intense and very instructive experience, it was for me a great privilege to share the days of such a talented and driven designer.

She taught me a lot about her job from a technical point of view but also theoretically by sharing with me her creative approach. She was very caring and took time to explain many things to me in depth. She made sure that I could assist her according to my skills and did not hesitate to give me important tasks and to highlight my work during professional meetings. 

It was an inspiring month during which I learned many skills and had a lot of fun with Gabriela!”

Faustine Tournay, the first intern I ever had.

“I applied to Gabriella Lotaif’s internship with the goal of building my confidence and gaining new skills to carry with me into my future—and I can genuinely say this experience exceeded all expectations. Over the course of four months, I had the privilege of working alongside Gabby, a truly inspiring and supportive mentor who was always willing to guide and encourage me throughout the journey.

During my time with her, not only did my confidence grow significantly, but I also developed a wide range of practical and creative skills. I learned how to use 3D printing, gained insight into the product design process, and understood how much dedication and detail goes into building a brand like Ade De Canela. I played an active role in bringing products to life—from designing and prototyping to sourcing sustainable materials from local businesses in Barcelona.

One of my proudest achievements was seeing my input directly influence the final products, which gave me a strong sense of ownership and accomplishment. I improved my technical abilities, problem-solving skills, and creative thinking, but perhaps even more importantly, I learned to trust myself and my ideas.

The work environment Gabby created was welcoming and encouraging, which made me feel comfortable from the very beginning. I never felt afraid to ask questions or share suggestions, and this openness helped me grow faster than I ever expected.

Overall, this internship was not only an important stepping stone in my career development but also a transformative personal experience. I'm truly grateful for the opportunity, and I will carry everything I’ve learned with me moving forward. I look forward to working alongside Gabby again in the future.”

Francesca Migliore, the intern that has worked side by side with me to build Adê de Canela.

  • Tasks

    Assist Gabriela Lotaif, a bodily Garment Artist in her daily work activities around the universe of costume design and more broadly.

    • Costume research: technical, academic and creative.

    • Design assistance

    • Prototyping

    • 3D printing and Digital Fabrication

    • Client Treatment abilities

    • Event planning

    • Accessory Design

    • Costume and Textile Based Character Creation

    • Workshop planning and Realisation

    • In depth folkloric garment research and inspiration

    • Fabric/Haberdashery Shopping

    • Costume Making

    • Costume Maker meeting

    • Material knowledge

    • New technologies and methodologies knowledge

    • Partner/Client research

    • Marketing Strategies for costume and address design

    • Communication of a small business

    • Body related garment design for movement and performance

    • Performative Garment Design and making

    • Client reach-out

    Logistics

    The work hours will be around 3-4 per day, for 3 week days, this may vary closer to project deliveries, if both parties are in accordance beforehand.

    The job would be done at the Shared Studio Space I have, or less often remotely. Also excursions to the city centre and providers’ spaces and client meetings are to be held.

    This Internship is not paid, but the work-related travel expenses are. I will also do my best to accommodate curiosities and learning experiences that the intern feels need of on top of the Job I will propose them.

    Candidate Skills and Interests

    • English – Proficient level

    • Portuguese/Spanish/Catalan - desirable

    • Quick Learner

    • Basic creative background

    • Interest in the Performance Arts Field

    • Interest in Costume

    • Interest in accessory creation

    • Good with challenges and Problem-Solving

    • Basic Knowledge of the 3D environment (entorno 3D)

    • Basic Knowledge of pattern cutting and sewing

    • Basic Knowledge of Costume/Garment/Accessory Design

    • Basic Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud

    Who Am I?

    My name is Gabriela Lotaif and I call myself Bodily Garment Artist, which is a hybrid between Costume, Body Movement and Performance Arts Creation.

    I trained in Fashion Design in Brazil before embarking on the MA Costume Design for Performance at LCF - UAL followed by my move to Barcelona to deepen my practices in technology and ‘biodesign’ within the textile industry.

    My work focuses on developing textile through embodiment of peculiar elements in order to tell a story. I have also great interest in garment and performance innovation, which tend to become important aspects of my creations and professional endeavours.

    I have worked in opera, film, music, theatre and dance productions in Brazil, London and Barcelona.

    Where Am I?

    I am based in Barcelona and have a Shared Studio Space in Sant Martí.

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