This post marks the end
of my journey through construct, my mind had been opened to fabric
construction and all its wonders; the endless yarns and materials
that can be used and the finishings that can change a sample
completely
Woollen
honeycomb weave before and after hand washing
Throughout this project I have seen my work develop, thanks to
guidance from helpful tutors and group brainstorming with my friends,
from uncertain sketches to thorough harmonious samples. My research and
development have played a huge part in this success; the 'Map the
City' task I was assigned at the very beginning of the project has
had immense influence over my work, giving me the inspiration that
fuelled my colours, patterns and designs.
My best
samples
These samples are, I believe to be, some of my best, I feel I have
developed both of these well. I began with visual research, taking
photos, and investigating different yarn qualities alongside weaving
structures identifying pattern in particular. By researching these
hand in hand I was easily able to find connections between research
and practice during my Photoshop editing; I used Photoshop as a means
to explore many ideas, ideas that have been selected due mainly to
there pattern quality as colours can be enhanced or changed to suite
my theme. When I am developing work I always think of the outcome I
am trying to create, in weave especially when I was designing I was
constantly thinking of the pattern that I could create on the loom
and the textural qualities I could mimic.
Textures
in both weave and knit
Upon entering this
textile world I did not expect my work and practice to change as it
has, my research and development, a key aspect of any project, has
visibly improved as I am now quicker at making or creating
connections to my chosen brief. Another aspect that this world has
changed in me is naturally my understanding of fibres and fabrics, as I
have mentioned previously I've gradually matured a keen focus for texture thorough the fibres I use.
Some of
my drawings completed in the comfort of my own home
To assist this
progression in construct, I have produced drawings in relation to my
brief. Time management has been vital in completing samples, drawings
and developing sample designs. I believe that I have used my studio
time to the fullest and I am very satisfied with the samples I
create, especially in weave. My independent study has been focused
although I do wish I had produced more drawings that would have been interesting to evolve into weave.
Assortment
of sample from both knit and weave
My next textile work
will be print, in this area, I plan to use my time more effectively
by producing more observations to develop patterns. I am excited to
develop the skills I have acquired in construct, and look forwards exploring materials to print upon. Tutorials and samples experienced during construct have opened my mind to the many
possibilities of textiles in practice.
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