Final Outcomes

I’ve really enjoyed creating my final samples for the costume brief. When approaching the planning of my final samples I analysed my collection of development samples I have created throughout the project I have then selected the most successful explorations, and decided how I will refine these techniques and incorporate them into my final outcomes. The queen of hearts samples were really interesting as I have used alternative materials like latex and combined these techniques with traditional beading techniques.

 I also enjoyed looking at the living hinge laser cutting techniques for my ‘Alice’ character’s final outcomes as this was something I hadn’t explored before this project. I also used sublimation printing to transfer digital designs inspired by my 60’s psychedelic colour palette for the ‘Alice’ colour palette. I believe this worked well and made my final outcomes look more refined and considered.

For my self-initiated brief my final samples used laser cutting techniques I was already familiar with. I decided this due to the short time scale to develop this project. I combined my laser cut samples with free machine stitched digital prints that depict photo collages of plant cells and Florence buildings that I have created using Photoshop. I feel these layered pieces capture my theme of structure and pattern well. However, if I had more time I would wish to explore how I could make these pieces more interactive, and fit an instillation context.