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Techniques and Processes - Sculpture Project

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Techniques and Processes - Sculpture Project

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Through research, experimentation and testing I explored a variety of materials, processes and technology looking at both traditional and contemporary methods.
I created a sculpture combining wood and wire, as well as thread. I experimented with materials, shape and processes as well as colour combinations and way's to introduce it to my final piece.

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Research of the current themes and trends 

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Product designs, samples of embroidery, pattern samples and colour palettes 

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Textiles workshop in Unit 1, following trends for Spring 2021

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Unit 1

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Still life drawing workshop in Unit 1 using the continual line drawing technique, black marker over a collage background

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Unit 1 workshops

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Using the mark making pieces in Unit 1 workshops

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A screen print from college using 3 colours, focused around the letter ‘S’ in a Unit 1 workshop

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In what way has Gender Identity been explored in Art through the years?

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In what way has Gender Identity been explored in Art through the years?

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Essay submitted as part of my Art Practice HNC (2022)

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My submissions for the LGBTQ+ History Month Exhibitions at The Higgins Museum and Gallery in 2023 + 2024.

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Lino print over scanned collage of collected options

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‘Under the Scope’ - 2024 Theme
- This year, the focus of LGBTQ+ History month was healthcare. This piece documents the various stages of my medical transition.

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My piece in 2023 featured 3 train tickets, sewn and created out of cotton. Each ticket features key dates in my transition.

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Silhouette testing - laser cut and paper.
Testing materials and designs

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Design sketches + ideas

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Research sketches
- I explored the area I was basing my piece on and didnsome sketches of various plants and gates I saw

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Artist Research - Kara Walker+ Idea generation

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Exploring alternative mediums
- We looked at traditional photography techniques including cyanotypes and lumen prints
- I explored making and working with natural inks made of plants, dirt and berries.

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Test Print samples (drypoint)

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Exploring laser cut plates

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Drypoint experimentation

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Drypoint experimentation:
- Created plates using the designs created for collagraph prints
- Explored a variety of colours and styles

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Completed research on the history print, and artist research

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Final making of piece

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Deskgn ideas

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Using spray paint to add colour

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Exploring colour options and ways to introduce into my piece, looking at:
- wire (coating with enamel paint, with various finishes)
- painting the wood (brush or spraypaint)
- using coloured thread (wrap around the wire/wood)

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Artist Research

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Material experimentation - wire
Looking at different weights and types of wire, testing which might suit my piece best. Covering their appearance, ease to work with and finish.

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Material Research -
Explored classic and contemporary techniques of working with different materials including metal, minerals, ceramics …..

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A variety of the projects I worked on during my Art and Design Foundation Diploma.

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Some pieces from my personal sketchbooks over the past year, documenting place I’ve been and thoughts and feelings. I carry these around with me.