My job has expanded and changed, which is fantastic and I love it! But it has led to less time for me to create.... and less time to complete the work load that is a level 3 certificate.
BUT I am still working, slowly, steadily and in every spare moment that I can!
Module 5 was all about form and focused on the Media. I am not going to lie - it took me AGES!
But I think the results were worth the perseverance and time:
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My design development had to be presented in 3D, so I created a radio themed exploding box.
Which opened to reveal sections of design work based on the radio speakers, radio in society and speakers.
In centre I placed my artist exploration and explanation of the design element Form.
As part of the module I explored water soluble fabrics and created samples based around the speaker designs
I also explored using the computer to create repeat designs. I then cut acetate stencils to use in my new printing screens. This was stressful, but great fun.
I used the design to create a shadow quilting sample - hand dyed wadding and cotton backing fabric.
This technique uses water soluble thread. I kept forgetting it was water soluble when trying to thread the machine need.... yup, when you lick to get it through the eye of the needle it disappears!
Taking inspiration from Rosie James, I created a stitch sample of a 1930's family gathered round the radio.
This unit was quite unusual as I didn't need to create a large final sample, but I did experiment with all the techniques I had learnt and created this simple piece. I am pretty pleased with it!
I was so frustrated that this module took me 6 months... but the satisfaction of getting it and then getting great feedback made it all worth while.
I am currently plodding through module 6 which is different again - no more design elements to explore, just techniques to experiment with, samples to make and design notes for a large piece that I will be creating in the future... all very exciting!
Much love
