In my digital portfolio I have included a variety of recent work that I have carried out on my foundation course this year. I have enjoyed exploring a variety of disciplines including printed textiles, illustration and ceramics, as it has allowed me to discover and experience new ways of working creatively. I have shown this in the photographs of my sketchbooks, worksheets and final pieces. I have especially enjoyed the printed textiles aspect of the course as it is such a diverse discipline and I would like to have the chance to learn about the many different elements of this broad subject, which I hope to achieve by studying on a degree course.
I particularly enjoy the ‘making’ aspect of my work as this gives me the chance to experiment and develop ideas for projects, as well as being able to see my ideas and designs come to life. My ideas and inspirations for my projects come from many aspects in life, including other designers work and observations of everyday life and the world around me. I have found Selvedge magazine very interesting with its broad range of designers and artists in the magazine, such as the recent article on Donna Wilson, as well as inspiring photography to accompany the articles.
While I was travelling in South America last year, the bold bright colours of the architecture and the elaborate traditional costumes of Peru and Bolivia
