Falmouth Review | Issue 05 | 2024

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UNIVERSITY NEWS | ISSUE 05 | 2024 FALMOUTH GRADUATE FAITH GLENISTER WORKS ON BLOCKBUSTER BARBIE FILM SEE P1
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FILM SUCCESS AT FALMOUTH // 02 MEET PETER LORD OF AARDMAN FAME // 04
NOW? COUNTDOWN TO YOUR FIRST TERM // 09 HITTING THE HEADLINES: UNIVERSITY NEWS // 07 THE “OUTRAGEOUS” SEWAGE SURFBOARD // 03 FIND IT IN FALMOUTH: YOUR TOWN GUIDE // 05 WHAT’S ON? TURN UP AND TUNE IN // 11

COVER STORY ON SET WITH FAITH GLENISTER

Being part of the Barbie phenomenon is a big deal for anyone working in film. For Falmouth graduate Faith Glenister, who secured a key camera crew role, her dreams don’t stop there.

It was while she was shooting a second-year student film that Faith experienced a serendipitous moment on set – when cast and crew created the magic that made her think ‘we’re actually filmmaking now’. Fastforward a decade and the Film BA graduate found herself at the Barbie crew screening in London’s Leicester Square, with her name on the credits as assistant to Rodrigo Prieto, the film’s Director of Photography (DoP).

Working with Rodrigo and Barbie director Greta Gerwig is a spectacular high point in a journey that began at Falmouth’s School of Film & Television. “I had minimal experience when I started at Falmouth, but I was 100% shaped here,” says Faith, who kickstarted her career on student-crewed films and through the University’s Sound/Image Cinema Lab. “The course embedded a real love of the theory, understanding and production of film and it was incredibly broad, so I could have a go at everything and explore different sectors of the industry. I realised I preferred being with the camera, on the technical side, but I had to figure out how to get there.”

FINDING FOCUS

After roles as a production assistant and an in-house videographer, Faith completed an internship with camera rental house VMI and worked with ARRI Rental. She then secured a trainee position on House of the Dragon, where she shared her goals with camera

FAITH'S TOP 5 TIPS FOR FILMMAKERS

operator Aga Szeliga. “When Aga did a day of lens testing with Rodrigo and he said he was looking for an assistant, I had an interview,” she says. “That’s how I got Barbie. As assistant DoP I did lighting diagrams and script breakdowns, sat in on storyboard meetings with Greta and acted as a point of contact so Rodrigo could concentrate on the creative side. It was a great experience.

“I’ve since stepped up to loading, working as a B-camera loader on Venom 3 in Spain, so I’ll spend some time doing this and hopefully start camera operating on short films. Ultimately, I’d love to operate on a fantasy film with interesting sets and art design. Like Barbie, there’s nothing better than walking onto set and feeling as if you’ve been transported.”

“You’re always learning, the kit is always changing and there’s so much that’s new and exciting to understand.”

Faith on working in film

1. WATCH FILMS from various genres, eras and cultures to broaden your cinematic understanding, analysing how filmmakers use storytelling techniques, cinematography, editing, sound design and other elements to convey messages and evoke emotions.

2. DIVE INTO THEORY AND HISTORY to grasp the evolution and significance of cinema. You’ll develop a more critical eye and an appreciation for the art of filmmaking.

@faithglenister

3. GET HANDS-ON with practical filmmaking experiences to hone your skills, develop your craft and find your creative voice.

4. WORK TOGETHER AND EMBRACE CRITICISM, to learn and grow from shared experiences. Collaborative filmmaking enhances the quality of your work and fosters a sense of community and camaraderie.

5. BE PERSISTENT and stay motivated, resilient and dedicated, despite the challenges you may face. Keep pushing yourself creatively to achieve your goals in the world of film.

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Courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures © 2023 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved Plastic fantastic: Barbie received critical acclaim for its cinematography. Picture this: Faith with four-time Oscar-nominated DoP Rodrigo Prieto.

by film? Fascinated

Whatever your preferred role, whether that’s behind the camera, working in post production or being scared senseless at the cinema, be inspired by Falmouth’s latest achievements in film and television…

ENYS MEN

Likened by Rolling Stone’s aptly named senior editor David Fear to “The Shining, on a remote island off the southern coast of England”, Enys Men ranked among the site’s top 10 best horror movies of 2023. The bone-chilling tale, shot entirely on grainy 16mm stock, was written, directed and composed by Falmouth’s Distinguished Professor of Film Practice Mark Jenkin – whose BAFTA-winning BAIT was hailed as “a modern masterpiece” by leading UK critic Mark Kermode.

UNDERBELLY

Film BA graduate Edie Moles claimed both the Best Film and Best New Talent awards at last year’s BFI Future Film Festival for her short film Underbelly, which follows apprentice butcher Norman as he tries to support his sister through her severe postpartum depression – with devastating consequences. The jury described the film as “deeply affecting and engaging, with an impeccable sense of space and character.”

MIDDLE WATCH

This haunting short animation, a BAFTA nominee last year, was created by Falmouth’s animation and visual effects staff, students and alumni, alongside industry professionals. Partly funded by the University’s School of Film & Television, Middle Watch is set towards the end of World War II and follows the labours of a Royal Navy sailor whose delicate state of mind is challenged by an extraordinary encounter.

THE SEVERED SUN

Centred around a mysterious death and the ensuing witch hunt in an isolated religious community, The Severed Sun promises a spine-tingling cinematic experience. Falmouth lecturer Dean Puckett’s production provided valuable filmmaking opportunities for students from a variety of creative courses – including our Costume Design for Film & Television BA and Prosthetic Effects MA. It hits the film festivals this year.

EASTENDERS

Students on our Post Production & Visual Effects BA secured work experience with both the BBC and Warner Bros. August Goff (above) and Tia Mullins spent time with the BBC’s flagship soap Eastenders, where they were immersed in the post-production environment alongside editors, colourists and dubbing mixers. Course lecturer Kelly Norris-Hughes, a regular post-production specialist within the industry, secured the placements.

KELP!

Named best UK short documentary at global sustainability film festival Big Syn in 2023, KELP! was crewed almost entirely by students, graduates and staff from Falmouth’s Marine & Natural History Photography BA. The film, directed by graduate Caylon La Mantia and lecturer Anna Roberts, focuses on the marine plant regarded as an emerging super-solution due to its ability to absorb carbon, replace plastics and regenerate the ocean and its wildlife.

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CRAP IDEA CREATES WAVES IN THE WATER INDUSTRY

Sometimes a big issue needs a bold approach. Jake Smith tackled the messy business of UK water pollution head-on when he created ‘The Floater’, a surfboard made of sewage – a genius idea that helped the charity Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) galvanise public pressure on the government and water companies.

Jake, a Creative Advertising BA graduate, was with London agency Mr President when he masterminded the campaign. “The day we got the brief, I saw on ITV that there was a big sewage dump near my hometown of Porthtowan in Cornwall,” he recalls. “I began to dig into sewage pollution and was surprised that no other agency had done something in response. I struggled to think of any recent creative work or content that specifically tackled sewage in oceans, yet it affects so many things.”

To make the board, Jake teamed up with product engineer Niall Jones, a graduate of Falmouth's Sustainable Product Design BA and founder of Benthos Surf Company. The pair collected raw sewage from local beaches and experimented with resin to fashion a powerful campaign tool, before persuading 11-time European surf champion Ben Skinner to ride The Floater in the launch film. “The board is outrageous and unexpected, but the idea is so simple that people get it straight away,” says Jake.

FALMOUTH GRADUATE PUTS THE TECH INTO TEXTILES

The extraordinary work of recent Textile Design BA graduate Beth Somerville is turning heads in the industry. Beth was named overall winner of New Designers 2023 for her innovative designs with hand and digital embroidery, beading, print and weaving, and as one of only six students selected for the Chanel and King’s Foundation Métiers’ d’Art Fellowship, she’s now enjoying a 24-week intensive training course in the field of embroidery for haute couture.

“It’s an honour to be part of this project, working alongside such a talented group of embroiderers,” says Beth, who recently returned to the course base at the Highgrove Estate in Gloucestershire after a week with the ateliers at Le19M in Paris. “The Fellowship will teach me industry-ready tambour embroidery, which will diversify my skill set and add value to my work in digital embroidery.

“The potential to unite traditional craft techniques with contemporary design and technology really excites me,” adds Beth, whose pieces Stigma Stamen and Mountain Fold saw her triumph over an entry of 3,000 graduates at New Designers. She also took the Wilcom individual student’s prize, with accompanying software, which enabled her to push the boundaries of digital embroidery to create a stunning bolero jacket with Falmouth fashion student Holly Crockford.

Board master: Jake (inset) and The Floater.
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Sew talented: Beth (inset), in Paris, studying embroidery for haute couture.

ROLE MODEL

The man who made Morph was a special guest at Falmouth University this spring. We caught up with Peter Lord, co-founder of the Academy Award-winning Aardman Animations studio, about his legendary clay characters and a lifetime in the industry.

You’ve been making stop-motion animation since creating Morph nearly 50 years ago. What’s the appeal of the process?

There’s everything to love about it. The technique is fundamentally the same as it was around 120 years ago, but people still value it – those who make it and those who watch it. It’s an interesting time because CGI (computer-generated imagery) is so dominant now, but stop-motion remains a physical operation with artists telling great stories and craftspeople working with their hands, hearts and heads. In amongst the whirlwind of changing technology, I hope that hand-made animation stays at the heart of what we do.

What’s your secret for bringing characters to life?

Timing is incredibly important. And the eyes – so much is done between the top of the brow and the shape of the eyes, the way they look and the speed they focus. We use voices; one strand of our career has always been documentary soundtracks.

You’ve got a voice that’s real and not scripted, but it’s being performed by a lump of plasticine. That’s the funny thing; you wouldn’t think it would, but it works terribly well.

How does creating an animated box-office hit compare with shooting a more conventional film?

Clay characters are the most agreeable actors you could possibly work with. It’s hard to find fault with them, as they do exactly what you tell them!

Making any movie is very collaborative. We’re not quite operating on that scale with animation, but we have action sets and as a director you might be working with a big crew, maybe 300 or so people. It’s an amazing process, from the scripts through to the puppet-making, rigging, lighting and editing. It’s a great place to be.

On a mythical tech-free desert island, what couldn’t you live without?

A pencil – such a simple thing, so cheap, but with a pencil you can draw like a dream. To me, drawing is such a big part of stop-motion animation. It’s the same with plasticine, something simple and not high-tech – in fact, no tech at all. But if you’re good enough at sculpting, you can make something wonderful.

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Next generation: Peter, a Falmouth University honorary fellow, meets some of our budding animators. Clay mates: the cast of Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget (left); Morph (top of page).

YOU'LL FIND IT IN

If you’re after something original and creative, our colourful, one-of-a-kind town is the place to be. We’ve highlighted some of the best shops, bars, cafes and galleries to explore once you arrive.

With a high street like no other, Falmouth is humming with independent businesses keen to break the mould. Forget the formulaic, we’re talking characterful cafes, stylish stores and distinctive pubs and clubs you won’t find elsewhere – many of them founded by former students who simply can’t tear themselves away once their degree courses have finished. Take a walk through town with us to see some of our favourite one-off places…

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JACOB’S LADDER INN

There are other Jacob's Ladders, we’ll admit (Edinburgh, Somerset, Derbyshire…), but ours has the added bonus of a popular pub of the same name as a reward – once you’ve climbed 111 steps to get there.

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THE CHINTZ

With its surreal surroundings, The Chintz Symposium is a venue that must be seen to be believed. Head down the rabbit hole to its eccentric sidekick Underland, for live music, poetry open mics and comedy nights.

@thechintzbar

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SAILORS JAIL

Housed in an original sailors’ jail, dating back to 1666, this unique creative space showcases work from local artists, students and alumni. Alongside the gallery and shop sits a small studio, hosting art classes and workshops.

@sailorsjail

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Stop by for fresh burritos, fajitas and tacos, stuffed with pulled meat or vegetarian fillings and accompanied by your choice of home-made Habaneros sauces – from mild, sweet mango to the challenging ‘super, super hot’ Trinidad Scorpion.

@habanerosfalmouth1

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BOLT

Add spark to your wardrobe at Falmouth’s vintage and urban clothing emporium, stocked with streetstyle and retro sportswear gems. The place for a true one-off, whether you’re after a varsity jacket or a 1993 Dallas Cowboys sweat.

@bolt.vintage.ltd

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MAX BAGELS

A taste of New York, Falmouth-style, where hand-rolled bagels are boiled and baked fresh every day. They even smoke their own pastrami. And look out for some unusual specials – ever tried a baby banana bread bagel?

@maxbagels_uk

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Enjoy fresh sourdough pizza from the Cornish dough spinners, washed down with a Coke float. Based on a pop culture theme and with an original Gozney oven, this characterful corner is one half of a unique local chain.

@pizzajockeys

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CORNISH BANK

‘The Bank’ has become Falmouth’s creative epicentre, hosting gigs, events and food nearly every night of the week. Expect an eclectic mix of local, emerging and international live music, with ‘pay what you can’ ticketing options.

@cornishbank

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DARK PONY COFFEE

Among the best indie coffee spots in town, Dark Pony features a wall mural created by a Falmouth graphic design graduate, a global menu of coffee roasts, a dangerously tempting array of pastries and a resident dog, Roo.

@darkponycoffee

HABANEROS PIZZA JOCKEYS
Jacobs Ladder Inn
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DRAWING ATTENTION

From thousands of entries across 95 countries, Falmouth Drawing BA graduate Katie Hewson reached the shortlist for Archisource’s Drawing of the Year 2023. Katie’s detailed image was also featured in the Ideas Pocketbook 2023, an architecture book designed as a tool to ignite creativity and provide inspiration across an array of different drawing types and styles.

A striking image by Michelle Sank, a photographer and tutor on Falmouth’s Photography MA (Online) course, was the Portraiture winner at the Sony World Photography Awards – heading one of 10 categories from a global entry of around 395,000 images. Zenande, Sinawe, Zinathi and Buhle at Sea Point Pavilion, Cape Town, South Africa formed part of Michelle’s ongoing series Ballade, a poetic homage to her birthplace. “I was once again drawn to these spaces, where little seems to have changed in terms of structure and recreation but there’s now a celebration of cultural and social diversity,” says Michelle.

Piccadilly Circus – one of the biggest billboards in the world – was illuminated on New Year's Eve with the work of Photography BA graduate Serena Brown, who was commissioned to work on a bold campaign for the Mayor of London. Serena’s portraits formed part of the ‘London for Everyone’ campaign, which aimed to unite communities across the capital. In a spectacular year, Serena also received the first-ever Commission Award at the Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2023 for me nana fie, a spontaneous portrait of younger family members at their grandmother’s house in Accra, Ghana.

A DESIGN FOR LIFE

Ethical and sustainable practice is at the heart of Falmouth’s thinking, so it’s no surprise that our students and graduates cleaned up at the Creative Conscience Awards 2023 – a celebration of innovative projects that focus on social or environmental impact. Award winners included Sustainable Product Design BA student George Pope, who combined sheep’s wool and pine resin to create a plastic-free cool box, and Creative Advertising BA student Elliot Attwater, whose highly commended project for Amnesty International (above) aimed to combat the use of facial recognition technology by the Hong Kong government.

PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
UP IN LIGHTS
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FALMOUTH FELLOWS

Among new fellows welcomed at Falmouth are sculptor and contemporary visual artist Hew Locke OBE, and actor and writer Morwenna Banks, who penned several episodes of Apple TV production Slow Horses and was the voice of Mummy Pig in Peppa Pig. The two join the University’s dynamic fellowship community of creative and artistic professionals from around the world and, in Hew’s case, share an understanding of student life.

“I spent my time at Falmouth experimenting, specialising in impossible projects and glorious failures,” says Hew, a graduate of Falmouth’s Fine Art BA, whose large-scale installations have since featured at Tate Britain and The Met in New York.

HUW'S NEWS

Our busy associate professor Dr Huw LewisJones continues to draw on the natural world for the latest titles in his library of published books. The seafarer, storyteller, environmental historian and wilderness guide recently produced Why We Photograph Animals, a visual extravaganza featuring the work of more than 100 photographers, supported by essays, interviews and contributions that explore their influences, methods and motivations. Huw’s popular children’s titles include the Bad Apple series, Clive Penguin and Do Bears Poop in the Woods?

IT’S A WRAP

Futuristic designs made from donated and waste products took centre stage at Cornwall’s Eden Project, where Falmouth University teamed up with British charity and NGO WRAP to stage a fashion show highlighting the need to transform industry practices. Students from the University’s Fashion & Textiles Institute and Cornwall Business School helped plan and deliver the event, which formed part of Anthropy 2023 – a unique gathering to spark innovation among diverse leaders. “The ideas of sustainability, of which circularity is an important aspect, have underpinned our studies from day one,” said thirdyear Fashion Design BA student Anelia Hartmann. “We’re constantly encouraged to approach the design and creation process with an open mind.”

IN THE FRAME

Winning a bursary from The Worshipful Company of Framework Knitters is helping Fashion Design BA student Katie Waller prepare for a future in textiles. “You’re matched with a mentor, someone in the industry to help you through your final collection and into your career,” says Katie. “In my final year I’ve focused on machine knitting, using domestic and industrial machines in the studios, and experimenting with bold and intricate patterns.”

ACADEMY AWARDS

Our Games Academy retained its place among the top 10 creative schools in the UK – and the top 50 globally – in the latest Rookies Global School Rankings. Falmouth also features in the prestigious Princeton Review 2024, where we’re rated 17th in the world for game design. See the back page for more gaming news

SIX SUCCESS

Popular Music BA graduate Kelly Morris is celebrating two years as the bassist, Bessie, in the hit West End show SIX: The Musical. Kelly, a singer-songwriter and session musician, recently started work with a new SIX cast.

RESEARCH BOOST

New creative possibilities are on the horizon following an unprecedented £7 million funding award for Falmouth University’s research programme. The Expanding Excellence in England (E3) Research England fund will support the development of our new Centre for Blended Realities, where merging the real world with the virtual could lead to entirely new art forms and a level of user immersion previously only imagined.

STUDENTS ON

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JUST TO ADD...
Falmouth lecturer Gareth Farr’s play A Child of Science, due to be staged at Bristol Old Vic in July, will feature film projection of a choir that includes students from the University’s Acting and Musical Theatre BA courses.
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FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENS IN THE RUN-UP TO YOUR FIRST TERM AT FALMOUTH.

Wherever you are in your application journey, we’re here to help. When you first applied, you will have received login details for the Applicant Portal – which will guide you through everything you need to do.

If you receive or have already received an offer from Falmouth University, conditional or unconditional, these are your key action points for the weeks ahead...

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STEP 1: ACCEPTING YOUR OFFER

The most important step once you’ve been offered a place is to accept. If you’re not sure how to, or need any further guidance or advice, please don’t hesitate to ask.

WHEN: ASAP

E: applicantservices@falmouth.ac.uk

T: 01326 213730

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STEP 2: ACCESSING THE HELP YOU NEED

• Individual Learning Plan

Do you have a disability, long-term medical condition or learning difference? To help us provide the right support during your time at Falmouth, apply for an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) – a document that recommends reasonable adjustments for your academic studies that are tailored to your needs. You can apply through our Student Portal. You’ll need to provide evidence, which could be a letter from a GP/specialist or diagnostic evidence.

WHEN: AFTER ACCEPTING

• Disabled Students’ Allowance

If you’re a UK student with a disability, learning difference or diagnosed health condition, you may also be able to get financial help via the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). Be aware that this can take up to 14 weeks to process. Find out more at gov.uk/disabled-students-allowance-dsa

WHEN: ASAP

We also have a team dedicated to supporting students with their mental health. If you’d like to discuss any concerns before joining us, email: studentservices@fxplus.ac.uk

further help:

E: accessibility@fxplus.ac.uk

T: 01326 370460 (the Compass general helpline number)

W: scan the QR code

WHAT NOW?

STEP 3: SORTING YOUR FINANCES

To make sure that your student funding is in place for the start of term, apply by 17 May – if you haven’t done so already. Then complete and return the ‘Declaration of Understanding’ you receive with your funding entitlement letter. You’ll find guidance at: studentfinance.campaign.gov.uk

WHEN: BY 17 MAY

STEP 5: ACTIONING ACCOMMODATION 5.

In mid-August you’ll be sent a pre-arrival induction from our Accommodation Services team, containing important information about your accommodation. Once you’ve completed this, you’ll be able to book your arrival date and time slot.

WHEN: MID-AUGUST

STEP 4: APPLYING FOR YOUR ACCOMMODATION

You must accept your offer of a place at Falmouth University before you can begin your accommodation application. You can then use our accommodation platform Room Service to apply, by ranking room options in order of your preference. Please be aware that around a third of our rooms are shared.

We use a ballot to determine the type of accommodation you’ll be offered, taking your preferences into account, so that the process is as fair as possible. The ballot opened on 11 April and will close at 5pm on 26 June. Accommodation offers will be sent out from 25 July.

WHEN: BY 26 JUNE

Any accommodation questions? E: accommodation@fxplus.ac.uk T: 01326 253639

STEP 6: LOOK OUT FOR MORE INFO

You’ll need to complete online enrolment to be officially registered as a Falmouth University student – it’s an easy process and we’ll email you full ‘how to’ instructions within the fortnight before you arrive.

Once you’ve enrolled, we’ll also show you how to access the Student App and Portal. It’s a gateway to important systems such as your email and timetable, as well as home to the latest news and information as you start your studies.

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SEE YOU IN SEPTEMBER!
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JUST MY TYPE.

Falmouth

University has a new bespoke typeface, inspired by our local area and evolved by our students. Find out how our fantastic custom lettering came about.

When our Graphic Design BA students were tasked with creating type, they drew inspiration from our coastal location – sourcing natural shapes and unusual lettering in shop signs, graffiti and poster art. The challenge was laid down during Alphabet Falmouth, a series of workshops exploring place, identity and typography.

ADDING CHARACTER

Keen to experiment with the standard rules of typography, the students injected energy and artistry into their work. The third-years

“IT’S A BRILLIANT TOOL OF EXPRESSION.”

After winning a student pitch to redesign the visual identity of the University’s Employability service at the end of their second year, Graphic Design BA students Meg Mardon and Eathan Taylor Aktion worked with Falmouth’s design team to develop the new typeface. “For Employability we designed assets with a real buzz to maximise student engagement and even created a new Falmouth colour, Penryn Dusk,” says Meg. “When the team needed an ‘H’ and a ‘Y’ to complete the typeface, we took inspiration from student work and digitised letters from friends who are experimenting with letter design.”

“It was such a useful experience for us,” adds Eathan. “We’ve done so much at Falmouth, from

produced three original typefaces: Comic Sands, representing the rich culture of our student town, Falphabet, paying homage to Falmouth’s distinct character and Gylly Glyphs – collated from local type and signage, “much like the random treasures and trash that wash up on Gylly Beach”. The University’s professional design department then stepped in, developing some of these ideas into a fully functional alphabet that pairs perfectly with Falmouth’s brand fonts. Look out for the new letters across our marketing materials, from prospectuses and publications to digital adverts, films, insta reels and web features.

visiting top London design studios to meeting creatives and guest lecturers through the course’s Culture Thursdays.”

A VISUAL DIARY

“As a graphic designer, you notice and think about typefaces, storing them in a visual diary in the back of your head,” adds Meg. “Typeface has always affected me. From a young age, I wouldn’t listen to music if I hated the album cover and would refuse to go into a restaurant if I didn’t like the sign outside!”

“The typeface is the personality,” agrees Eathan.

“It sets the tone of voice for your project, so it’s essential to consider what you use and how.”

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GAMER'S PARADISE

25 MAY1 JUNE 2024 22-25 MAY 2024

If you’re planning to study at our Games Academy, there’s a lot to look forward to before term kicks off in September. Our epic Games Academy Expo brings industry giants, expert staff and games fans together to network and celebrate, as students showcase their creations and compete for awards – like a real industry trade show.

Student teams will display their games, inviting Expo visitors to play, while student game art, writing and audio will also feature. With the Games Academy celebrating its 10th birthday this year, the 2024 Expo will be a not-to-be-missed experience.

Why not catch up with the action, if you can make it to Falmouth?

Potential students and members of the public are welcome on two of the Expo days, 24 and 25 May Entry is free.

Unable to attend? Experience the games from the comfort of your home at expo.falmouth.games

It’s an exciting time for our graduating students as they prepare for the Falmouth Showcase in May – a highlight of our University year. These must-see exhibitions represent the very best work of our students across the disciplines before they take their place at the heart of the creative industries to become the movers, shakers and image-makers of tomorrow.

In addition to art-filled studios and galleries, Falmouth will host a Graduate Fashion Show on 24 May. Students will be sending their creations and collections down the runway – the culmination of their training in the Fashion & Textiles Institute.

REEL ACTION

ONES TO WATCH: HOLLIE MILNE

Interior Design BA graduate Hollie Milne features in the latest episode, outlining a creative career path that led to her co-found Studio Far West – an interior architecture and design company based in St Agnes, Cornwall.

This in-depth interview series follows the fortunes of graduates from subject areas including interior design, photography, business and gaming.

If you’re coming to our Open Day on 25 May, check out the Showcase exhibitions at both campuses.

instagram.com/falmouthuni/reels

For a glimpse of life at Falmouth University, click through to our Instagram Reels feed – where you’ll find short films about our rising stars and features about our talented tutors and technicians. Recent highlights include:

Find out from Falmouth’s Distinguished Professor of Film Practice Mark Jenkin how mistakes and mishaps can pave the way to career success. Having directed Cornish folk horror Enys Men and BAFTA-winning BAIT, Mark knows a thing or two!

Look out for more ‘Glorious Failure’ episodes coming soon – including insights from a famous face in the world of dance. MARK JENKIN’S GLORIOUS FAILURES

MEET THE TECHS: JANE MORGAN

Immerse yourself in the underwater world with Jane Morgan, Dive Safety Officer and Dive Technician at our Institute of Photography. Our tech talks introduce you to the incredible facilities at Falmouth and the experts here to help you.

Expo fun: meet some of the biggest names in gaming.
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