Surface Pattern Design The 2017 Surface Pattern Design degree show presents a rich and varied collection of creative works from a 35 strong group of graduating degree and masters students. Yet again the students have been ambitious in the pursuit of their own creative identities through the Personal Major Project. They have done this through refinement of idea and concept, through a rigorous material enquiry with a strong connection to their varied contexts, and through their specialised skills in designing and making.
Image: Daisy Jenkins
This group have had a unique and exciting journey; such is the responsive and very current nature of the Surface Pattern Design programme. They have undertaken many live projects for internationally renowned design brands such as H&M, Hallmark and Freshwest, taken part in international and local exhibitions and trade fairs – Premier Vision Paris for example, many external competitions and regular study trips. This has underpinned their student experience with the skills required to flourish at the next stage of their adventures, to secure and sustain the excellent work they are capable of in the future. This year sees a continued resourcefulness in the Surface Pattern students, utilising the excellent programme and Faculty resources to innovate using materials such as wood, glass, metal, ceramics, wire and leathers, in addition to the as diverse as ever, long established, core application of textiles and fascination with pattern. Georgia McKie Programme Director Surface Pattern Design
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