Here are a few more life drawings that I recently found in a sketchbook I did in 2008/09. It reminds me of how much I like drawing with charcoal. I need to do this more.
Research: Slow & Co-Design
Co-design allows the user to contribute towards the design and/or making process. Emergent technologies, such as 3D printing and laser cutting, provide the opportunity for customisation. Handcrafts also lend themselves towards user interaction, and techniques like hand knitting, crochet and macramé are considered therapeutic and can be done at home by anyone. When the user becomes involved it develops a sense of attachment, satisfaction and can slow down the process of consumption through participation in craft.
Research: 3D Printing & Knitting – Pringle
During London Design Festival I went to a talk about material innovation in fashion. The panel discussion focused on new developments in 3D printing for fashion. It was held at the Pringle store where they showcased their recent material innovation; combining knitwear with 3D printing
Lasting Impression: Gravity and Grace – El Anatsui at the Brooklyn Museum
Gravity and Grace showcases more than thirty pieces of work by El Anatsui, an African artist, born in Ghana in 1944. He has since achieved global success living and working in Nigeria and some consider him to be one of…
Sneak Peek: win a designer cushion!
My cushions aren’t for sale yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get your hands on one. I will be giving away one of my cushions in return for a bit of help with market research. At The Startup Showcase…
Loving Now: Textile Wall Art
In Sight: Green and Grey
I took this photo this week when I was in Caversham. It was a grey day and the colour of this green algae on a fence jumped out at me as I walked past.