Wow what a busy Easter it has been!
Over Easter break i have managed to – receive all fabrics and embellish them, create a lookbook, create a technical file lookbook and put together my professional practice presentation.
It was a long 3 weeks of sewing but it felt rewarding when looking back at all my fabric samples. I have used a range of techniques such the whipped back stitch, French knots and also the fringing foot on a sewing machine. By adding stitch it has allowed me to add another detail and layer to the patterns.
Due to having so many fabric samples with lots of small details I decided to make a Lookbook that explains my processes and what I have used to create them. I felt like this was the best way to showcase all of the details in my fabrics and for the views to full understand each process.
As part of my project I created some lampshades and styled them in my room. I had so much fun doing this and definitely want to carry on making lampshades in the future.
Creating my Design Lookbook was an enjoyable experience. I love making CADs and seeing my designs being used in there environments. I have also used flat range plans for two my collections to add something different to my Lookbook. I wanted it to tell a fluid story of my design process.
Professional Practice was difficult to get right. I found that I was unsure on what content was needed. When making my business card I had fun deciding on what I felt would best represent me and look commercial. I wanted to make sure that it is appealing to as many people as possible. My CV was difficult to get right, it took a lot of different layout before i found one that I was happy with.
As part of my Professional Practice I signed up to be part of the H.Art organisation. On there website I have my own profile which show cases my work and has a description about me and my practice. I felt that this is a good way to get my name out there but to also connect with others in Herefordshire that have similar interests. I am hoping to show case my work if there art week goes ahead. This could lead to me making useful contacts and network so i can keep growing as an artist.
https://www.h-art.org.uk/explore/artist/chiodi-burton#details
The next few weeks before my deadline are going to be jam packed with refining everything and creating my digital sketch book.
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