I am Michele, a textile artist from Beirut, Lebanon. After graduating in Tourism and Hospitality, I developed a keen interest in textiles and fabrics, leading me to launch my brand, "Untalented Giraffe," in 2019. My career highlights include opening a pop-up store in Batroun, partnering with Beit Noun Hotel and Terre Restaurant, and exhibiting my collection "Pieces Aleatoires" in Athens, Greece. I also conducted punch needling workshops and built a team of skilled women from rural Lebanon. In 2022, I moved to Barcelona to attend a pre-masters course in design at ELISAVA, and I am now graduating with a master's degree in Beyond Product Design from ELISAVA. I'm excited to continue expanding my brand and exploring new creative horizons.