about Mihoko Maeno-McGrath
Miho studied fashion design, sewing, pattern making and marketing at mode gakuen vocational school in Nagoya Japan for four years. Then she was employed at an apparel company as a pattern maker and designed women’s clothing for several years. After this, she opened a gallery and cafe in Nagoya, Japan. She hosted numerous creative events while selling her own designs. Tabi socks made from lace were her most popular item.
After moving to Canada, Miho continued to do alteration work. She has also been employed by and completed a work study with the costume department at The Banff Centre. She was involved in the creation of the costumes for Love Lies Bleeding, the Elton John-inspired production of Alberta Ballet. Her varied experiences have all contributed to refining her craft and expanding her creative horizons.
<works>
-Love Lies Bleeding costume making for Alberta Ballet
@ The Banff Centre Theater Arts Department, Wardrobe / Work-study
February - April 2010
- Banff Summer Arts costume making for The Banff Centre
@ The Banff Centre Theater Arts Department, Wardrobe / Work-study
June - September 2010
- Banff Summer Arts costume making for The Banff Centre
@ The Banff Centre Theater Arts Department, Wardrobe / Stitcher
June - August 2011
- Fashion photo shoot for TravelSmith @ Lake Louise,
July 2011 / Seamstress
- Banff Summer Arts costume making for The Banff Centre
@ The Banff Centre Theater Arts Department, Wardrobe / Stitcher
June - August 2012
< specialized education >
- The Brussa Master Artist Program Millinery Workshop
presented by guest lecturer Leslie Norgate, Milliner from Toronto
(The Banff Centre Theatre Arts Costume Department, April 2010)
- The Brussa Master Artist Program Tutu Building Masterclass Workshop
Hosted by Marc Happel, Director of Costumes for the New York City Ballet
(The Theatre Arts Production Department at the Banff Centre Presents, August 2010)
- The Brussa Master Artist Program Bodice Building/ Dressing & Adornment Masterclass Workshop
Hosted by Marc Happel, Director of Costumes for the New York City Ballet
(The Theatre Arts Production Department at the Banff Centre Presents, June & August 2012)