My current work could be applied to a variety of contexts, adapting and refining in order for it to fit that purpose. I think collaboration will be key in the future to realise the potential for my surfaces. I have a flexible approach to art and design and wish to work on projects that cross disciplines. Evidence of this can be seen in the external projects I have done over this year. All very different in context and allowing me to show my potential to work in a variety of ways, utilising and adapting my skills to answer briefs to a high standard.
I am mixed media designer/artist, and although I have invested a lot of time into a particular process and set of materials, I am not limited to these, and am keen to explore many other materials and techniques. My practice will always be concept driven, in particular by my love of pattern, rhythm, repetition, structures and form and I am also keen to keep my experimental and flexible approach.
One designer who's approach I admire is Sarah Angold who over the Easter break I approached regarding work experience opportunities. Sarah Angold is a multi-disciplinary designer I discovered during my research this year. I admire her work as she has a strong aesthetic but applies her designs to a variety of contexts including bespoke jewellery, lighting and installation whilst collaborating with other designers on exciting projects. I didn’t expect to hear back so was thrilled when I got a reply offering an interview over Skype the next day. The interview went really well and two weeks later I was offered the role. I will be starting 28th July, three days a week until 1st October. Hopefully I will gain an insight into the running of a small, multi-disciplinary studio and learn about what it takes to operate as an independent designer.
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| Neckpieces by Sarah Angold |
