Mock envelope making

I have decided to create a few mockups of my envelope and sections of the card that will have a fabric element. As part of one of my cards I have decided to to create a raised fabric part that is raised and cushioned. To do this I have created a small cushion to show the size and placed my print on top and then photographed it to show what it would look like. I have also created two different types of envelops for variety and to see which ones show of the print better. I am yet to create them out of my own prints. At the moment for a first try I have only used a bit of silk. It did prove a little difficult to work with as it is quite slippery!

Reverse of mono prints

Looking at the front of my prints I have always just looked over the drawings on the back which seem like a waste. Looking properly today I have realised the reverse side of my prints are as equally interesting as the front as they show the raw design so I have decided to photocopy them and include the in my portfolio as I feel the add to the textural concept ant they showcase my designs beautifully.

Mono Printing on a bigger scale

I have taken my mono printing on to a bigger scale and introduced a different type of paper embedded with petals to create another element for a textural feel. This time I have also experimented with another colour to see what it looks like with another colour thrown with the mixture I already have. I have used my usual two colours blue red and gold but this time introduced green into the mixture. It has been a little bit more difficult on a larger sale as you have more area to cover before the paint dries. this was a little set back on the amount of intricacy of patterns but I feel they are still very successful print I am very pleased with the outcome.

First Offer

I received an email today about my first offer for a place on my first choice this has motivated me more and excited me about my future! My preparation and enthusiasm has paid off! during the interview I was asked many questions about the curriculum and about teaching in general, I researched these things before hand and made sure I was fully equipped with all the information I would need to support my interview.

Fabric Samples

My fabric samples that arrived portrayed my message perfectly as through photoshop the textural feel of the mono printing had disappeared so the fabric element bring back a feel to the design and you are able to touch and sense it I am very pleased with tho as it gives another dimension to my work. I am glad that I have pushed and included a fabric element into my work as I have not only been able to introduce another component that is textured, but it makes my card unique to a typical everyday wedding card. This shows how innovative and creative my design is as I am aiming for something more bespoke and unique.

Interviews

I have been invited for interviews. In preparation for these interviews I have been asked to bring a portfolio for one and a presentation for the other. It is a little scary but I am excited to go and show my work and my enthusiasm for teaching. I have been working on a presentation for one interview showcasing my best work and I have put together a portfolio of my best work for the other.

Digital print making

For part of my cards I have decided to include a fabric element keeping in touch with the textural theme. To do this I have decided to make hand make envelopes out of silk or velvet for a luxurious feel. To make my prints I have scanned in my work and opened it up in photoshop, I then layered up different textures and prints and used my screen printing positives as motifs on top. I feel these work extremely well and I am very happy with the outcome.