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BA (Hons) Decorative ArtsGraduates of 2015

School of Art & DesignNottingham Trent University

The contemporary craft and design market is a big industry and it’s hungry for new recruits, who have imagination and know how to use it, an affinity for materials and the knowledge to manipulate them, combined with an ability to design and communicate and a flair to predict what

people really want.

And here they are!

I am quite sure they will follow previous alumni into senior roles in retail buying, management and design, or they will establish formidable careers as studio makers, artists and illustrators, or they will become outstanding academics

and visionary teachers.

With that in mind I would like to wish them all the very best of luck for the future, well done.

I would also like to mention all those whose dedication, commitment and loyalty have made this possible; from the senior management, the administrative and technical staff and of course the indispensable Decorative Arts academic

team.

Thank you all. Lharne Shaw

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My work is inspired by anything I see around me, particularly geometry-based with exciting forms. I love to bring the idea of shape to the forefront of all my projects and take it to its full potential using textiles and embroidery, working with both contemporary and traditional techniques as well as maintaining a

strong focus on colour.

“Great art picks up where nature ends” – Marc Chagall

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LIMA AJOUZ

The collection showcases the individuality embodied within each of the twelve star signs. Each vessel uses a playful yet poignant material choice in an attempt to echo the diverse nature of each personality. Whether it be fact or fiction, wisdom or myth, the stars inspire each stereotype to come to life through this series of allusive vessels.

katie_alderson@hotmail.co.ukideologyworkshop.co.uk

KATIE ALDERSON

Sculptural ceramic landscapes with tactile and inviting surfaces that evoke a sense of place, inspired by the colours, textures and forms of the Shetland Islands.

katherineannashley@gmail.comkatherineannashley.com

KATHERINE ASHLEY

The taxonomy collection is a range of handmade and printed interior accessories, inspired by curious collections of archival artefacts and peculiar creatures from a range of British museums. Translating these whimsical themes through the use of ceramic forms and printed surfaces, to create an intriguingly aesthetic space.

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HARRIET ATKINS

A series of sculptural lighting that fuses industrial and contemporary materials together through geometric forms and accents of playful colour.

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EMILY BADDELEY

The hats focus on form and structure complemented by colour. The shapes are inspired by architecture both modern and historical and each piece focuses on a different aspect of this. The hats are like small sculptures, with a contemporary modern feel.

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ALICE BALL

Bellerby is range of digitally printed interior and home furnishing products primarily focused on and inspired by Scandinavian architecture seen on summer travels. The illustrative designs use repeat pattern, bold black line and eye catching bright colours.

katebellerby@hotmail.co.uk

KATHERINE BELLERBY

A collection of decorative handmade ceramics inspired by the diversity of coral reefs, creating interesting forms, textures and colours.

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GRACE BENNETT

A children’s clothing collection inspired by past modern styles combined with nature’s beauty explored in the colour and print of the garment. Designers such as Chanel 1950’s structure to Laura Ashley’s repeat pattern prints have influenced my work .I have combined print, dyeing, line drawings and design that connects children and a high end market.

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JESSICA BROWN

This collection seeks to challenge the concepts of contemporary interactive and wearable objects. Materials such as bamboo and silver create a warm feel with substance, echoing back to Japanese origins. Perfect for statement table settings, bento on the go and a unique dining experience.

MAKE IT. EAT IT. WEAR IT.

rachelbutlin93@gmail.comrachelbutlin.wix.com/rachelbutlin

RACHEL BUTLIN

ANNA CHESNEY

A collection of laser etched salmon skin structures juxtapose the natural outline of the fish. The geometric pattern is extracted, manipulating the fish into a new form. The inspiration is the process of constructing a handcrafted material.

hellofromanna@hotmail.comcargocollective.com/annachesney

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My inspiration comes from many things, insects, objects with detailed patterns, dot work, mandalas. Which all can be transferred onto fabric through embroidery.

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BETHAN CLAYHILLS

NatureBark

Mark makingColour

LayeringTexture

AbstractionInteriors

Contemporary50’s InspiredHandmade

Screen Printed

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EMMA CORLEY

A series of decorative lighting and sculptural objects formed from copper and steel, create nautical cages to encapsulate blown glass pieces. The work is inspired by coastal elements of traditional glass buoys, sea defences and crab nets.

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IMOGEN COTTERILL

A collection of hammered and formed metal pieces taking inspiration from symbolism in religious ceremonies, to create organic large-scale body adornment.

lucycowardwhittaker@gmail.com lucycowardwhittaker.wix.com/designermaker

LUCY COWARD-WHITTAKER

LAURA CUMBERLAND

Unique, folded accessories inspired by origami.

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LAURA CUMBERLAND

My inspiration has stemmed from a love of literature that captivates me with hidden messages and inner beauty. I wanted to make decorative pieces that reflected that. I began to explore the historical context and this lead to the arrow that I felt had both a beautiful and deadly element.

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CHARLOTTE DAVIES

I create what’s called “textile taxidermy” which is preserving the craftsmanship of taxidermy techniques but translating them into embroidery, stitch and fabric replicating the real animal or bird. My collection encapsulates the animal form, focusing on shape and colour formation, enhancing features to create soft furnishings and bespoke objects

taxtiles.combeckydart.com

rebeca_d@hotmail.co.uk

REBECA DICK

Illustrative Ceramics inspired by Religion, Popular Culture and Drag Queens. My goal is to change the rigid preconceptions regarding ceramic practice and bring it into an entertaining pop culture context while at the same time encouraging people to be who they are regardless of what society or anyone else says.

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BETHANY DIXON

A collection of ceramic pieces with a focus on surface decoration and colour, directly taking inspiration from drawings created during travels in Italy and fragmenting imagery to represent a visual memory journey.

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meghan_downs@hotmail.co.uk

MEGHAN DOWNS

Strains design is a street wear fashion brand based in Nottingham’s Lace Market created by Joe Eaton. Going against the recent trend of street wear design taking itself too seriously this brand takes all aspects of this culture back to its roots.

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JOSEPH EATON

Exploring the way in which we perceive aesthetic form in relation to our collective unconscious ideals of beauty. Encompassing crystals, ceramic glazing and sculptural forms.

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DANIEL EVANS-PUGHE

Inspired by geometric shapes Mari Fisher explores light and shade through the medium of glass. Using subtle gradients of colour her large scale work seeks to capture light by casting shadows that change depending on the position of the viewer and angle of the light source.

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MARI FISHER

Inspired by my passion for animals, this collection of drawings and ceramic sculpture captures the spontaneous movement and expression of life forms, showcasing the relationship between 2D and 3D.

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SOPHIE FOIS

Focusing on the interaction of mark, line and colour through the use of layering, every detail of application work together in conjunction to create quality unique Printed textiles which utilise both the handmade and digital processes.

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KARA FORREST

A collection of fine bone china slip casted teacups based on butterflies. Taking different elements of the butterfly to create highly decorative pieces. Using lustres, transfers and underglazes to create a contemporary finish.

Enjoy a good proper brew.

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JADE FOSTER

MIRIAM FRENCH

Addressing an untraditional take on body adornment revolving around structure, texture and colour.

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MIRIAM FRENCH

SERENA GATAORA

By fusing South Asian and Western influences, Indo-Western fashion is created. The increased exposure of the Indian subcontinent to the Western world brings the inevitability of these styles merging.

serena.gataora@hotmail.co.uk

SERENA GATAORA

A collection inspired by the ocean, sea life and Ricordia mushrooms structures.

qiuergedesign@gmail.comqiuergedesign.com

QIUER GE

Silver is combined with bright enamelled colours, creating modular multi-functioanl jewellery pieces which take inspiration from Chinese culture, architecture and language; and the juxtaposition between traditional culture and modern globalisation, with an illustrative style.

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AMELIA HALES

The natural world has affected my life so much. This is the inspiration behind my slip casted ceramics and wood work. The collection has very simple forms to highlight the nature of the material and the patterns that appear within them.

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DZUNG HOANG

A collection of terracotta ceramics with surface features depicting nerves and cells with in the human body.

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GEMMA HOLMES

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Inspired by stalactites and the cross section of stalagmites. Designs are functional and have unique decorative features. This collection of a dining table and decorative tableware seeks to use traditional techniques and reclaimed materials. The pieces are designed for themes restaurants and private dining rooms.

huangziyan19930404@gmail.com

ZIYAN HUANG

Large scale mixed media sculptures influenced by escapism, theatre and film, architecture and synchronised swimming

paige.lawruk@gmail.compaigelawruk.wix.com/hidingplace

PAIGE LAWRUK

Changing the way we look at recycling glass, through form and function.

gemma.lodge93@gmail.comgemmalodge93.wix.com/contemporaryglass

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GEMMA LODGE

With a focus on simplicity and the beauty within colour, material and form; this collection aims to combine subtle gradients and miniature vessels to create a strong visual impact.

katierebeccalowe93@gmail.comkatierebeccalowe1.wix.com/katielowe

KATIE LOWE

A range of resin and silver jewellery inspired by the colour spectrum of light and by bubbles and water drops; with a texture inspired by slate tile.

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DAN LUO

A collection of textiles inspired by the connection between a textural surface, geometry and mark making. This collection of textiles focuses on natural elements and architecture as influences taken from personal photographs.

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TAIARA OGBONNA

My woodwork explores the relationship between unfinished and finished wood, and how this combination can question what aesthetically pleasing design is. The theme behind my designs is comparisons; curved/straight, dark/light and rough/smooth. I extract my shapes from ‘everyday objects’ and focus primarily on surface, texture, and form.

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KELLY ONSLOW

Interpreting the sinister and subjective oppression forced onto women by manipulating boned fabric pieces into a design to both mock and nurture the dark view of feminism.

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CATHERINE PHIPPS

My idea is to manipulate and test materials through computer design and laser cutting in order to increase flexibility and the ability to bend into forms which would ordinarily be unnatural for materials such as wood and acrylic. My ideas are translated through lighting which is heavily influenced by Scandinavian design.

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ALEXANDRA PLANT

‘Ensemble Français’A contemporary collection exploring the contrast of a French knitted and hand dyed elastic body, combined with precious metal components. Each piece varying in form and structure to create a bespoke and versatile range of jewellery.

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TILLY PRICE

The exploration of geometric forms in ceramics with a minimalistic approach to colour and composition, creating a contemporary body of work that is influenced by my own drawing and collages.

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YASMIN SHAW

An exploration of line, material and surface, focusing on the use of industrial felt; this collection of interior wall designs has been developed through repeating simplistic

elements.

bettystafford@hotmail.co.ukbettiestafforddesign.co.uk

BETHANY STAFFORD

Although nature was always an inspiration for me, it was water and aquatic birds which heavily influenced my recent work. Using observation and creativity has led to the design of highly detailed, hand drawn patterns and illustrations, which are transformed into screen prints.

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ASHA TOPLISS

Luxury, Leisure, Lifestyle

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CONOR WARBURTON

Illustrating public spaces

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LIZZIE WEST

Flux would like to thank the following for their support

Tutors:

Laura BaxterMartyn Blundell Kathy DickinsonNichola HebditchKelvin LoweSimon Mount Lharne ShawJude WensleyRachael Colley Daniel O’Riordan

Technicians:

Richard ArmDonna CarrMark FlanaganAndrew HarrisDavid HurstErica JustDavid Langdon Geoff LitherlandPaula LoveAlvyn MillsFred PerkinsOlly PoulterVicky PriceNigel SlaterCarly StaffordPaul StockwellOtis SturmeySue TurtonRyan Young

Academic Support:

Anna Collette HuntDeborah HartyJason MarksKate McBrideLaura McCaffertyEsther PattersonSue PikeSusan RhodesGlynn ScottAnthony WassellChris WightBethany Wood

Fundraising Support:

The Bead ShopThe BodegaBootsBraderieCode Hair & BeautyCOWHartleys CoffeeKexgillThe LacehouseLawrence LiborThe Music ExchangeThe Picnic BasketSharma’s Fabrics

Production:

Website:Katie AldersonRebeca Dick

Brochure Design:Emily BaddeleyRachel ButlinAnna ChesneyImogen CotterillAmelia Hales

Photography:Jade FosterAlex PlantingAbigail Russell

Print:Hickling & Squires

With special thanks to the Brochure and Fundraising Team

NTU Art & Design Degree ShowNottingham Trent University28th May - 5th June 2015

New Designers - Part 1Business Design Centre, London

24 - 27 June 2015

www.fluxntu.co.uk

GRADUATES OF 2015