Individually Together

Art, Design & Innovation: Degree Show

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

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INDIVIDUALLY

‘Individually Together’ is a celebration of the diversity and collective creativity of the University of Chester’s 2024 Art and Design degree graduates.

We are pleased to share postcards of work from across the seven disciplines of Fashion Communication & Marketing, Fashion Design, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Photography, and Product Design to accompany the end of year exhibition.

We wish all of our graduates the greatest of success as they embark on their new creative careers and futures, and a huge thank you to all involved in assisting their journey at Creative Campus Kingsway.

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Fashion Design

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ENYA

ANTON

‘TERRA NOVA.’ is a fashion brand that embodies the core values of sustainability, quality, and storytelling. With a focus on vintage outerwear features, my brand aims to produce products that not only showcase functional detail but also carry a unique narrative. ‘TERRA NOVA.’ recognises the importance of modularity in menswear fashion. My designs seamlessly blend practicality and functionality, ensuring that our customers can embrace style without compromising on usability. Since the beginning, ‘TERRA NOVA.’ has remained dedicated to creating garments that serve a purpose, reflecting my commitment to timeless fashion. One of my brand’s key differentiators is the incorporation of vintage garments into my designs. This unique selling point adds a captivating storytelling aspect to the products. No two garments are the same, as the vintage features integrated into each piece are distinct.

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Fashion Design

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louise.morgan0104@outlook.com Insta: @louisemorgandesign

LOUISE

MORGAN

N.H.F**kin.S is inspired by the decades of underfunding the N.H.S has had to live through. With it coming to head recently with a historic record of strikes from nurses, doctors and anyone within the service. This collection aims to inspire people to use their vote responsibly and think about the future of our N.H.S within the leading party. As a country we are at a breaking point with public services failing, food banks are at an all time high and yet the rich keep getting richer. Delving into the history of N.H.S uniforms each piece is meticulously crafted with elements of our National Health in every detail. Creative pattern cutting combined with deconstructed-reconstructed tailoring aiming to get people to rethink their relationship with politics and fashion. Using deadstock and sustainably sourced materials Louise Morgan brings a womenswear collection that packs a punch.

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Fashion Design

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kirstenniestroj@gmail.com www.kirstenniestroj.com

KIRSTEN

NIESTROJ

I am an ambitious womenswear fashion designer with a strong background in fashion and a specialisation in textiles. I am proficient in conceptualising and executing both digital and physical designs. My design signature is highly creative, elaborate, and feminine, with a strong emphasis on contemporary couture techniques.

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Fashion Design

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SOPHIE

POMFREY

My collection Abyss is more than just aesthetics. The pieces delve into the intricacies of human expression and emotion and through modularity and adaptability, I aim to make my pieces timeless, creating garments for all walks of life and no specific season. Abyss builds on powerful means of self-expression to allow the wearer to present darker feelings and emotions that are sometimes left unspoken.

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Fashion Design

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JESSICA

RIMMER

My end of year collection is focused on Modesty. I intend to challenge the way that western culture has taught women to dress - that we look so much more appealing in less clothing. Or that our worth comes from how we look. I believe that dressing modestly is worth so much more to women than we are told. Modest dress is very subjective, but I have created each piece to draw the attention away from certain aspects of a woman’s body. I enjoyed using my macrame and crochet skills as well as sewing, to create more unique designs, as I also want to combat the stereotype of modest dress being boring and lacking in trend and style. Some pieces are one-off and cannot be recreated due to the repurposed materials. But I love that these pieces have a sustainable and ethical story behind them.

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Fashion

Marketing & Communication

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JESSICA

Hi, I am Jess and for my final year project I created a fusion of streetwear and activewear, I showcased this through an avantgarde photoshoot inspired by the Brand Dion Lee.

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BRANDON

ADEY

My name is Brandon Adey, a third year Fine Art student based at the Kingsway Campus. Though there is nothing much about me visible in my practice, my work is a language that allows me to address who I am from within.

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natashabarker1999@gmail.com

NATASHA

The concept of dreams has fascinated me throughout my life. Dreams are thought to be a way for our subconscious to communicate with us. Distorted faces could symbolise hidden emotions that we’re struggling with, or represent a sense of uncertainty about someone in our waking life. My sculptures are a play on this distortion, pushing the identifiable features of the face into an abstracted reality. Over the years I have become more conscious and selective of what material I use in my work. The materials and process of making has become an integral part of who I am as an artist, my use of material tells the story of a piece in its own right. I have done this with the use of papier-mâché, specifically papier-mâché onto balloons. This has become a prevalent material throughout my studio practice.

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duckingoodartt@gmail.com

FINLEY-ROSE

CAHILL

I am an artist from North Wales. My work represents the contents of my mind and the imagination within, it’s a world of craziness up there and my art is the best way to show others my world. I love colour, contrast and boldness. These past three years I have really developed my own style of art that I’m proud to call mine. I can’t wait to keep on sharing my art with the world.

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Fine Art

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

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MAYA

COWDALL

I wanted to look into my personal issues as an artist. So that’s what I did. My work is inspired by Ibrahim El-Salahi, Francis Bacon and others. I hope you like my work as much as I do!

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ABBIE

DICKENSON

For my final year’s work, I wanted to push my boundaries and explore digital art, transforming my fluid, soft, botanical paintings into more dramatic and exciting images. I love this project as it has changed the way I see art, how a simple painting can be transformed into something spectacular. After exploring the transformation of my paintings through digital means, I wanted to use them in a bigger piece. My inspiration came from artist Rana Begum, who uses the art of folding paper to create the effect of actual and simulated shadows. I wanted to use the angular shapes that Begum used because I wanted the contrast between the soft, moody tone of the paintings and the sharp, angular shapes that surround it.

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ALICE

ETTINGER

Feeling inspired by the flatness depicted in medieval art I was able to develop my artistic style. The lack of depth stripped the complexities of perspective and encouraged interpretation. To elaborate on this I experimented with scale to generate a more contemporary element to my art. Combining these elements I have created a series of consecutive paintings in this style to demonstrate my love for historical art whist embracing abstraction. Fine

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oliviaewingarts@gmail.com Insta: @oliviaewingart

OLIVIA

In my abstract creations I embrace the freedom to defy conventional constraints, allowing intuition to guide me. Using both vibrant and muted colours I create a dynamic interplay that also involves geometric shapes in a playful and fluid practice. Through my art, I seek to provoke thought, evoke emotion, and spark dialogue, inviting viewers to explore the depths of their own perceptions and perspective. Every piece is a journey, a visual exploration of the intangible, where meaning can be elusive yet sometimes profound. In this ever-evolving conversation between artist and audience, my abstract art serves as a mirror, reflecting the endless possibilities of the human spirit. “Colour is a power which directly influences the soul.” - Wassily Kandinsky

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Fine Art

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

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AMANDA

GEORGE-HIGGINS

My work this year has been an exploration of materiality and process. Using acrylic paint and a heating technique of my own invention I have been able to discover a new surface texture that allows me to transform the paint into sculptures that are formed from the single medium. Monochromatic and abstract these sculptures or assemblages show the medium of paint as a vital part of my practice. I believe that art should not be limited by traditional boundaries but work with them whilst embracing the unexpected and unconventional methods. In these textural abstracts my intention is to invite the viewer to look closer and to question the medium itself. This interplay of materiality and form along with process has led to my portraiture and figurative works taking on a direction and has inspired me to continue working experimentally in the future.

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Fine Art

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

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MARC

HILEY

This body of work delves into the often overlooked and unseen aspects of architecture and design, transforming them into focal points of artistic experimentation. By isolating the mundane everyday objects, we encounter on a day-to-day basis, I was able to juxtapose them in unexpected and thought-provoking ways. This body of work forces viewers to reconsider their relationship with the utilitarian aspects of architecture, providing them with a space to acknowledge the plethora of artistic qualities functionality possesses. Inspired by the Minimalist and Conceptual art movements, I stripped away the intended environment and unessential forms, leaving behind only the necessary. This concept evokes tension between the viewer and the art, with a constant sense of spatial ambiguity and familiarity. At the same time, the sense of permanence and solidity forces the viewer to acknowledge the relationship between form, function, and perception.

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AIMEE

My work is a testament to the intricate nature of the female experience, highlighting themes of transformation, nurture, and the evolving self. By repurposing pregnancy pillows and integrating diverse materials and techniques, I am resolute in my aim to challenge conventional perceptions of femininity and maternity. Within this series of soft sculptures, I have passionately amalgamated handcrafted pregnancy pillows and textiles. This exploration delves into the transformative power of manipulation and distortion applied to found objects, reimagining their functionality and form through formative experiments and investigations. To contemplate the layers of meaning embedded within each piece, consider the juxtaposition of soft and hard materials, the use of traditional feminine symbols, and the manipulation of form. The sculptures serve as tangible representations of the physical and emotional journeys women navigate, from the profound changes of pregnancy to broader reflections on identity and existence.

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KAROL

KOWALSKI

I am Karol Kowalski a third year Fine Art student. I started this course not really knowing my place in the world of art; the first two years really guided me and pushed me out of my comfort zone through the mass of different types of art I was introduced to. Now I’m in the place where I’ve understood myself and the type of art I want to do. I decided to take the route of altering photographic reality to my visual likes and desires. The pieces I have created are a concoction of medias where I portray train stations through the unseen movement and energy, experimenting with different mark making as well as mediums, attempting to mix the twodimensional and three-dimensional realms.

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morganmai00@gmail.com Insta: @morg.art2003

MORGAN

PHILLIPS

This piece of work is inspired by the problems of quantity and volume in consumerism, whilst addressing the issues of branding and identity. To get to the final work of art, I have explored pattern work, spray painting, compression, repetition and quantity. This piece of work has involved many hours of physical labour, starting from the collecting of cans, to cleaning, to drilling, then threading, and hanging. The process represents the context and idea well as it was repetitive movements and hours, much like the repetition of the image of a can. The image overleaf only shows the process of the final piece.

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TASHA

My work is inspired by mythology and folklore, especially that of serpents. I am also inspired by the work of abstract artists that came before me as I always look to learn and grow as an artist. Serpents are an important piece of symbolism in many cultures, from being linked to healing to being slain in legends, the serpent is a creature associated with both negative and positive connotations depending on interpretation. In many places, they are associated with the cycle of life and death, as well as rebirth and creation. Within my work, precision and detail are both key elements, using many pieces to make a whole picture, I use contrast and texture to make this more apparent. Audience interaction with my pieces, both verbally and physically, is something that is very important to me.

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Fine Art

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

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KLAUS

My interests lay within portraiture and still life, though I utilise mixed media, sculpture and textiles. My work for the degree show focuses on myself and the internal struggle in looking at myself without “altering” to fit how I envision myself internally.

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TIRION

I am fortunate enough to live in Rhes Y Cae, a small rural village in North Wales. Both agriculture and the limestone quarry are thriving industries here. The farming sector has inspired all aspects of my work and has led me to explore the ad hoc approach to construction alongside the act of utilising obtainable materials. The body of work focuses on the postmodern bricolage process and the concept of vernacular architecture. Embracing unexpected, unforeseen outcomes whilst responding to the visual attributes of objects has been central to my work. My practice explores the aesthetics of a shed - the tools implemented to construct the work have now emerged as the work itself. The concept also highlights the practicality of tools and how their function and purpose do not become obsolete.

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EVELINA

ZEMAITYTE

My art navigates the nexus of instantaneity and considered depth, forging connections between seemingly disparate realms. Initially exploring instantaneity through expressive motion and form, I delve into the spiritual realm within Fine Art. Motion and energy infuse my work, translating my vitality onto canvas through bold strokes and dynamic gestures. Meditation underpins this process, both in its traditional form of mental clarity and in focused research, directing attention to specific points of inquiry. This fusion of instantaneous mark-making and immersive meditation, particularly within the realm of astronomy, lies at the heart of my practice. Additionally, my art probes the realm of abstract language within visuals, evident in my deliberate choice of astronomy and theoretical physics as subject matter. Just as abstract art and theoretical physics interprets unseen concepts, my work underscores the reliance on symbols and mathematical formulations to elucidate the imperceptible. Fine Art

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Fine Art & Graphic Design

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MARTHE

In my Fine Art practice, I’ve been investigating the consequences of eliminating figures from famous paintings. I started by looking at a painting where the figure is a massive part in the story of the painting and then I explored the impact of their absence. This is Jacques-Louis David’s ‘The Death of Marat’ and I have removed Marat from the composition. This dramatically altered the painting’s narrative and revealed a captivating new story. This process led me to question: Does the removal of figures diminish the painting’s significance? This is a question that continues to drive my artistic exploration. I also alter the pieces further by subtracting (and in some cases, adding) different elements and changing the colour of some elements to tell a new story.

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Fine Art with Graphic Design

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annaej246@gmail.com

Insta: @thebeehiveartist

ANNA

JAMES

In the final year of my Fine Art degree, I’ve been exploring fractured imagery to craft three sculptures inspired by William Shakespeare’s play Macbeth. I’ve developed three pieces, each representing a distinct element from the first scene of Macbeth, with the three weird sisters: ‘When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain? When the hurly-burly’s done, when the battle’s lost and won.’

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Fine Art with Graphic Design

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MONIQUE

MAYERS

How would you feel if something you felt intimately familiar with suddenly became alien to you? The human body is something that everybody knows. Even up close, certain nuances in the skin and bones can make parts of the body instantly identifiable. For my project, I wanted to subvert this idea through the abstraction of the human form using light and shadow. I chose to make my own body the subject of the photography as I wanted to understand firsthand what it’s like to have the familiarity of your own body called into question. Through primary imagery and art historical references like tenebrism, I have used the transformative power of shadow to reframe the human body in a way that borders on abstraction. In the experimental stages I have also taken inspiration from pre-digital methods of photography such as photo negatives and sepia as other ways to create abstraction.

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Fine Art & Photography

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ELLA

SNAPE

I started my fine art project doing still life drawings and paintings of random objects I found in my room. I enjoyed sketching and using new materials to practice my skills. I then started to incorporate Barbie dolls into the still life paintings. Putting the Barbie dolls with life size versions of all their accessories I think they would need. As I was creating these paintings, I started to notice when I took pictures of the array of objects, my hand was always in them, holding up the Barbies, since they couldn’t stand up on their own. So, I decided to paint my hand into the paintings, then have myself interacting with the dolls to represent my obsession with the Barbie dolls progressing throughout the project.

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Graphic Design

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toonrealmarts@yahoo.com Insta: @shadowarts.sb

STUART

BOYD

As an autistic artist I love doing all kinds of art work; from drawing, digital art, sculpting ,painting, and photography. My work is often autobiographical and is a unique and different style from other artists. I am very influenced by horror and classic cartoons from my childhood.

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Graphic Design

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josephcdesign@gmail.com Insta: @ape_pad

JOSEPH

CURREY

During my second year, my girlfriend started having issues with her gallbladder after becoming pregnant with my first son. Her gallbladder issues forced her to cut her fat intake dramatically so every time we wanted to go out to eat, it became a chore to try and find somewhere we can both go. ‘Lezzeat’ is a social eating app, designed to show the user locations close to them based on dietary limitations. The user can choose what to limit, and the app will sort and find suitable locations and what menu items they can have. Being able to just grab something quick to eat when out is something many of us don’t think about, and I wanted to make something for the people that are forced to, so they can go out and enjoy spending time with close ones without stressing about whether they can eat or not.

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Graphic Design

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ISSY

DUDLEY

These are some of my favourite graphic design pieces that I created this year, they all come together in a book based on some of the best parts of the 2023 Formula One Season. After university I would like to go into the entertainment or sports industry creating advertisements and social media content for movies and tv shows.

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Graphic Design

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MATTHEW

In designing this poster for the film ‘Oppenheimer’, I wanted to capture the complexities of J. Robert Oppenheimer’s legacy as the “father of the atomic bomb.” Using a monochromatic colour scheme with bursts of flame, I highlighted the destructive impact and intense scrutiny of his work. His thoughtful expression against a background of historical newspaper clippings emphasises the profound effects on global history. This poster serves both as a tribute and a reminder of the double-edged nature of scientific advancements. My goal was to reflect both the significance and controversy of Oppenheimer’s contributions.

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Graphic Design

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CLAUDIA

GAMBLES

Hi, I’m Claudia. I’m a designer and illustrator based in Chester, UK. I am a keen creative and enjoy documenting my life through illustration. I design branding solutions, book covers and editorial illustrations with a contemporary feel. If I’m not working you will probably find me listening to music on my vinyl record player, catching up with friends over an iced coffee or wandering around an art gallery.

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Graphic Design

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BREONI

GRAHAM

During my time studying graphic design, I have learnt many different skills, such as illustration, branding, and typography. I enjoy social media marketing and advertising and this is a potential career route I would like to go down. In my spare time I enjoy making merchandise for artists I feel connected too. This piece is my re-edit of a Billie Eilish shoot.

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Graphic Design

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LEANNA

MARTIN

When starting this University course, Photoshop and Illustrator were brand new to me. However, I have always loved to create and bring my ideas to life and it is this passion that has helped me through the past three years. I think I still have a lot of potential to develop my skills further. For this piece of work, I created a makeup brand for young adults, ‘Looking Good Sugar’, where the packaging looks like our favourite sweets. I began this project on Procreate using lots of colour and playful lines to emulate childhood, and finished the pieces using my new Illustrator and Photoshop skills. I can’t wait to see what the future brings!

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Graphic Design

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MADELEINE

MCKENNA

Creativity is used in all aspects of my life. I like to think of my art as an extension of myself, something I take pride in and treat with care and deep thought. I am an oddity and I like to sprinkle some of my personality into my work, even in the subtlest of ways. I live a simple life in terms of my creations, I tend not to overcomplicate my designs, however, I am not shy in stepping out of my comfort zone and will not disappoint when it comes new challenges.

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Graphic Design

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Jasmine.menear@gmail.com Insta: @Koicatdesigns

JASMINE

Hi! I’m a 21 year old Welsh designer with a love for all things nature and anything chocolate! If there is one part of Graphic Design I treasure, it is bringing visions to life. Storytelling. I went into this course with a basic idea of Graphic Design, I leave understanding that like nature, it surrounds us, even in the tiniest of ways. My work focuses on branding, packaging and illustration. Illustration sparks passion, I incorporate it into any project I can. I adore hidden meanings in my designs, something for the artist to observe, almost a hidden signature. I truly seem to fall in love with any challenge that arises, I love getting my hands stuck into a project. (Please hire me) ...Oh! The meaning for this piece? I like to draw personified lil’guys.

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Graphic Design

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rowanrussell.creative@gmail.com Insta: @rowanrussellvisuals

ROWAN

RUSSELL

My passion for wildlife conservation and sustainability is a recurring theme throughout my work, shining through in my most recent project, Lives Worth Fighting For. The project explores how illustration can be used by conservation organisations to create awareness and raise funds for our beautiful flora and fauna, who are in desperate need of protection. Within the project, I’ve illustrated iconic endangered native species such as the Red Squirrel, as well as lesser-known species, such as the Mistle Thrush and Pipistrelle Bat. I’m interested in various forms of illustration and how it can engage viewers, whether utilised for editorial, packaging, or online. My favoured style involves using digital ink and watercolour brushes, with an emphasis on texture and line weight. As well as illustration, I’m passionate about print & publication design, brand identity, and photography.

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Graphic Design

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QUANTRELL

Hi! I’m Naomi, originally from the South West, now venturing to the North West for a new adventure. Having always been creative I love trying my hand at different media and applications. I always dive headfirst into trying new things, even if I’m not the best at it to start with, then work to develop my skills and broaden my knowledge. My main strengths include illustration and branding. I enjoy creating a visual face for brands and making clients ideas into physical concepts.

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Graphic Design

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SCARLETT

QUINN

Ever since a child I have been obsessed with illustration. I grew up with cartoons like SpongeBob, Regular Show and Adventure Time and I dreamed of being able to draw characters like that. I loved the fact I could have SpongeBob toothpaste as well as have a poster of him on my bedroom wall and I wanted to create my own characters and have them be that merchandisable. That is now my ambition as I leave university. I am an illustrator who is aiming to become a concept artist to create some wacky characters of my own. I am heavily inspired by Japanese Pop Culture which is seen in my ‘Cardibilty’ trading cards that were created to promote sustainability to primary school children. I want to emulate the fun, cute aesthetic of Japanese products and bring them to a new audience.

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Graphic Design

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ANNA

ROWELL

Having previously studied Fine Art and Three-Dimensional Design plus Media Studies, I used this knowledge to enhance and create designs. With a passion for film, books and props, I used the opportunity in this graphic design project to redesign and modernise the book covers for the 1950’s-1960’s James Bond novels by Ian Fleming. There are certain elements which audiences associate with James Bond, sleek, sharp dark suits and guns which were incorporated into a consistent design throughout the book collection. As part of my research I re-read all of the books, noting a key prop which I used as a single element on the front covers. To give the design a standout feature I used various coloured foils on the front covers against the black background and on the back page provided a summary of each book to entice the reader. The outcome was a crisp and professional look.

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Graphic Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

isaacswaby15@hotmail.co.uk Insta: @isaacswaby15

ISAAC

SWABY

I’ve always loved games and been enthralled with how they looked and functioned. There are many different types of game art, but pixel art has always stood out to me. Although it could initially seem straightforward, an artist’s expertise can allow it to display amazing depth and detail, making it visually appealing, much like any other game genre. My artwork aims to demonstrate my love of pixel art and video games by showcasing a poster I made promoting the long-ago game concept “Inhuman: rebuild from the Ashes.” I just played an independent game called Shovel Knight, which was my primary influence for both the poster and the game idea.

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Graphic Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

kaitlinthomas62@gmail.com

THOMAS

My main interest in Graphic Design is Illustration, specifically book illustrations and so for my final project I created a Graphic novel. I created a project around the 27 Club and chose Kurt Cobain to focus on, using his suicide note as design inspiration. As you can see overleaf, the book has a grungy sketch aesthetic and shows my portraiture skills. I am aiming to work in the illustration field, hopefully as a book illustrator.

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University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

ameliatitchard@gmail.com

Within my work, I enjoy exploring how design can become more accessible and inclusive. I am passionate about this due to my ongoing work as a dance, music, arts and drama teacher for young people with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities, and find excitement combining these two interests to educate myself and create more inclusive pieces of work.

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Graphic Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

Insta: @jazdesign02

JASMINE

WALKER

I’m a 22 year old graphic design student with a passion for all things creative. I enjoy working with collage, illustration and merchandising. In my spare time, I enjoy taking film photography and watching movies. My work is heavily inspired by my favourite films and pop culture.

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Graphic Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

morgan.dsgns@gmail.com Insta: @morgan.dsgns

MORGAN

I am passionate about and driven by narratives and audiencecentric design. I am eager to create tailored design solutions with the audience in mind. My journey has taught me the importance of unique and innovative design that works, for all involved. Through my education and career journey, I have developed resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous growth. I believe in leveraging my strengths to create ground-breaking stories that stick with the audience, cultivating through emotion, aesthetics, and interaction.

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Graphic Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

jmygolden16@gmail.com Insta: @JoshGraphicsWorks

JOSHUA

YUSUF

Hello there, my name is Joshua Yusuf, and as a graphic design student, I’m immersed in the vibrant world of visual communication. Each project is an opportunity to craft designs that captivate and convey messages effectively. Whether I’m experimenting with typography, exploring colour theory, expanding my artistic vision, collaboration with peers and feedback from mentors fuel my growth, As I progress in my career, I eagerly anticipate delving deeper into specialised areas such as branding, illustration, user experience and game design, as the work here shows.

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Graphic Design & Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

2002owensjames@gmail.com https://a2121393.myportfolio.com/

I feel like studying graphic design at the university of Chester has given me a great portfolio and body of work to take into industry and develop a career in something that I am passionate about.

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Graphic Design & Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

annabelcarter@hotmail.co.uk Insta: @annabelcarterphotography

ANNABEL

CARTER

I have always been interested in surface pattern designs and wanted to take the opportunity of the final year degree show to focus in and explore the subject of surface patterns further. Through the use of my experimentation and development in my final year as a photography and graphic design student I have created non-generic surface pattern designs using three different beach locations (New Brighton, Llandudno, and Blackpool) and photography to portray the different characteristics of each place. This pattern was taken from the New Brighton Edition.

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Graphic Design & Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

400100abigaildickinson@gmail.com Insta: @abiphotography10

DICKINSON

Hello my name is Abi, I am in my final year studying Graphic Design and Photography at the University of Chester. For my graphics exhibition project, I wanted to create a typeface that would represent where I grew up in Yorkshire. The more I researched I noticed that all regions of Yorkshire are different, however we all share one thing; The Yorkshire Language. I was exposed to this distinctive dialect whilst growing up. The Yorkshire accent has many powerful sounds and unique words such as “ey up” and “ta” I wanted to include this language in my project to bring an element of Yorkshire to Chester.

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Graphic Design & Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

lexiestephensdesign@gmail.com Insta: @lexiesketchbook

LEXIE

STEPHENS

‘Made For The Male Gaze’ is a campaign designed to visually represent the presence of male gazes within advertising design and fashion magazines aimed at young adolescent women. Using the power of design and collage, the campaign uses visual metaphors of both the male eyes and hands representing the purposeful creation of design to adhere to the male gaze. By distorting real examples of advertisements in fashion magazines aimed at young women and distributing them as inserts inside the publications, the campaign aims to provoke awareness and a more critical outlook on advertising design. The main aim of ‘Made For The Male Gaze’ is to empower young women, reducing the pressures involved in conforming to societal norms of femininity and beauty standards curated by the cultivating power of the media, by increasing their conscious awareness of the male gaze.

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Photography with Graphic Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

matthewxsutton@gmail.com Insta: @suttonxphotography

MATTHEW

SUTTON

This project was set to challenge my production and illustration skills. This project is designed to be a thought-provoking piece on whether one can separate art from the artist within the music industry. Using Kanye West and Lil Nas X as two insights, I have explored how this idea can be applied to their record covers.

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Graphic Design & Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

KATIE

WINTERBURN

Since I can remember I have been fascinated by animation. I remember growing up watching Disney films and thinking they looked like they belonged in an art gallery. For my Graphic design project, I wanted to explore the world of animation, and educate other people of the work and dedication that goes into the type of hand-drawn animation that was used in classic Disney feature films. To do this I decided to create a series of Flip-books, outlining some of the 12 principles of animation, leaving half of the scene blank for someone else to animate so they can learn the process of animation and how time consuming and creatively challenging the practice can be.

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Fine Art & Graphic Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

marthe.f.nauf@gmail.com Insta: @studio.mfn

MARTHE

This year in my graphic design module, I’ve been mixing my skills in fine art with graphic design techniques. Initially, I experimented in the print room, creating contrasting pieces with light and dark elements. As the year progressed, I realised I need to focus on what my final outcome would be, and that’s when I settled on designing book covers. I wanted the printing process to be a core part of my graphic design identity so I made prints that worked well with the story of the book, and then added text and other elements to create a cohesive design.

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Fine Art with Graphic Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

annaej246@gmail.com Insta: @thebeehiveartist

ANNA

JAMES

In my final year of graphic design, I’ve been blending my fine art skills of abstract paintings with my original poetry. I have crafted an environmental campaign supporting whales and sea creatures. The poetry tells a tale of a whale and is inspired by the documentary ‘Blackfish’.

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Fine Art with Graphic Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

moniqueillustrated@gmail.com Insta: @moniqueillustrated

MONIQUE

MAYERS

Misogyny is not congenital, rather, it is something that is nurtured. Throughout this project, I have explored the many facets of misogyny, from female rage and its negative reception from men, the sexualisation of women in media such as anime, and the roots of misogyny. The latter of which is addressed in my final artefact. High schools are a breeding ground for misogyny and – as an aspiring teacher – I wanted to make a piece of design that will educate teen boys in an interesting way. My artefact (a mock advent calendar) aims to grab the attention of my target audience through signifiers of football, gaming, anime and the ‘manosphere’ spearheaded by pernicious influences like Andrew Tate. Each ‘door’ has a different image, with the central two housing a red and a blue pill, synonymous with manosphere culture. The back contains information dispelling misogynist misinformation.

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Interior Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

a.beddows@outlook.com linkedin.com/in/abbie-beddows-36b4a0210

ABBIE

BEDDOWS

The Aroma Fragrance Store tackles the current issues faced by physical retail environments and prioritises todays consumers expectations. The store focuses on the consumer journey and creates a personalised experience like no other. The bespoke service provides a unique opportunity for consumers to create their own scent. The journey includes an olfactory experience inside ‘The Scent Room’, and a 1-1 session working with an Aroma Perfumer. The store also features a dedicated retail space where Aroma’s off the shelf and seasonal fragrances are featured. The retail space uses an omnichannel strategy, integrating both digital and physical touch-points such as a click & collect service, an in-store refill centre and an AI chatbot all accessed through the Aroma Fragrance app.

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Interior Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

beechgrace@yahoo.com Insta: @graceeinteriorr

GRACE

BEECH

This is a small snippet of my work leading up to my final project, we were given the opportunity to have free reign on our major project, to create a piece of work which portrays us as an interior designer, but also our passion for the subject and the pathway we have chosen. In my case, Residential - creating and designing home spaces for clients. This image shown overleaf is part of a bedroom design from my final project.

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Interior Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

emily.brown.02@icloud.com Insta: @eebinteriors

Spotlight is a live music and events space in the heart of Chester, providing the opportunity to attract some well known musical names to the city. The building is spread across 3 floors of multifunctional event space, allowing music lovers of Chester, and beyond, to unite. The industrial inspired design preserves the interesting history of the building’s former purpose, a multi-storey carpark, where the raw finished concrete pillars have been kept as an original feature. On event days, visitors can comfortably wait indoors in our small performance pods, which house a variety of local talent for fans to sit back and enjoy before the main event takes place. Visitors also have the opportunity to extend their time at Spotlight by making use of our spectacular rooftop bar, serving cocktails until the early hours.

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Interior Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

domidolniak@gmail.com Insta: @domidolniak_design

DOMINIKA

DOLNIAK

Welcome to your home away from home in the heart of Chester! Make friendships to last a lifetime, buying treats at our downstairs bakery, or talking until the early hours over a spread of cheese and crackers and a glass of crisp Cheshire wine in the communal lounge. The fantastic VIP loft apartment will be the perfect space for you to experience the old and new feel of Chester with a contemporary pod being the star of the room. We have everything you need for the perfect Chester getaway with all its all popular places within walking distance, including nearby access to the incredible views from City Walls.

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Interior Design hagergrace@yahoo.com

GRACE

HAGER

My name is Grace Hager, and I am an International Student from Arizona, U.S.A studying Interior Design. For my final project I thought about what spaces I would like to have access to in Chester and through interviewing my friends I finalised my idea of a large space where you can have fun with your friends that isn’t dependent on drinking. Through research and planning I finalised Retro Roll, a three-story recreational build where you can enjoy going bowling and roller skating at a cost-effective rate! The lobby transports you to the 80’s through the Memphis style design and brightly coloured escalators. The rest of the spaces keep with the 80’s theme with bright contrasting colours, neon signs, and 80’s style furniture. Retro Roll will transport you back to the 80’s for a fun night with your friends!

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Interior Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

LISA

HODSON

Connect repurposes a vacant two-storey building on the edge of Chester’s Grosvenor Park, as a third space providing facilities for local and out-of-area business users to work, rest and collaborate in. A range of spaces separate from the home and office offer flexible and relaxed individual or group settings for day, evening, or overnight use. The building aims to become a regular location for individuals or groups to connect at, outside of their organisations. The interiors have been designed to provide a range of areas that contribute to a better working environment and improved mental health. Curved neutral clay-textured walls guide users through open areas to individual zones. Acoustic glass provides separate meeting, meditation, and reading rooms. Textured, curved walls and coloured fabrics clad the walls of the group, and individual working pods, and natural light and views to the exterior landscaped areas connect occupants with the wider environment.

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Interior Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

johnson1502@live.co.uk Insta: @glouca

GEORGINA

JOHNSON

‘Green City’ - Climate change is affecting farmland, the quality and supply of food, and thereby the population is seeing a spike in the cost of living, which rose 5% in February 2024. Partnered with a rapidly growing urban population, this is impacting the environment and society. Phylla is an initiative to tackle both the shortage of fresh produce and to help aid those that are struggling to afford to eat healthier. Phylla philosophy endears to the circular economy by minimising the impact on the community and environment by integrating sustainable practice that emphasises community development. The experience includes a social supermarket and demonstration kitchens with produce from hydroponics, aquaponics and vertical growing systems on site. Educational hubs provide valuable information, promoting health and well-being from nutrition to life skills, interweaving agriculture and education into residential and commercial life. Inspired by nature and sustainability, it utilises a rustic appearance with sophisticated details and materials including biomaterials such as hemp, wood, cork, mycelium and an abundance of fresh growing produce.

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Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

https://kylejboddison.myportfolio.com/

KYLE

BODDISON

My work serves as a light-hearted and satiric exploration of beauty standards and the pressure we can become subjected to via every aspect of life and in particular the media landscape, which has boomed in the last few decades to the point where these influences are imprinted into young people’s minds as they are growing up and can seriously damage them. In this example we see paparazzi, a music poster and a rom-com. The style of my work is one that started when I was 7 years old and would find myself mindlessly exploring, or rather destroying, the faces of every celebrity I could steal off Google Images using Adobe Photoshop, this hobby continued through to adulthood and started to have a deeper meaning. These influences plus my natural leaning into horror themes is what creates the work I output today.

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Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

elliemichachidlow@icloud.com Insta: @ellxchidlow

ELLIE

CHIDLOW

An ultimate display of womanhood, challenging the stereotypes associated with female characteristics concerning reproductive hormones, sex and identity crises that comes with it. Additionally, my self-portraits challenge perceptions and the objectivity of women, taken from these notions of innocence or therefore lack-of, as the progression from girlhood to womanhood unfoldsshowcased in this mini-series of self-expressive imagery.

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Photography daniel-firth@outlook.com danielfirth.com

DANIEL

FIRTH

Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a condition in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for excessive attention or admiration and a lack of empathy for others. This often leads to them having troubled relationships with those around them. The etymological origin of the word ‚ ‘narcissist’, comes from the mythologised tale of Narcissus; a character depicted numerous times in art, notably in paintings by Caravaggio and John William Waterhouse. These paintings depict a man who falls in love with his own reflection as told in the classical myth. This contributes to the common misunderstanding that narcissism is simply vanity. With my work, I aim to challenge this misconception and create photographs about narcissism. The work is motivated by my own experience of someone with NPD. Whilst awareness around the subject is steadily growing, the topic is largely absent from contemporary art.

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Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

Lauramariegoodwin@outlook.com insta: @shot_bylg

LAURA

GOODWIN

Employing an abstract yet elegant approach to photography, I have curated a collection of images drawing inspiration from techniques of classical and contemporary photographers, to include Edward Weston and Matthew Brandt. My project began with an experimental process conducted in the darkroom, where I crafted patterns from chemicals and negative space. A snapshot captured along the shores of an Australian beach rooted inspiration for this project. In conjunction, still life photography emerged as a primary theme that I aimed to combine with my experimental practices. Layering these concepts has resulted in my work being an embodied blend of experimentation and abstraction which has directed me to produce these innovative photographs.

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MICHAL

GRABAREK

Social media? Facebook? Instagram? Tik Tok? Internet? These are powerful tools that, if used incorrectly, can ruin the lives of many teenagers. The mistakes of youth can have a terrible impact on our adult lives. Do you regret something you did when you were younger? Has it influenced your life now? The Internet does not forget, the Internet does not forgive! If used incorrectly, the Internet will rob you of your dignity, which will be very difficult to regain. Sexualization and depravity on social media platforms are everyday reality to which the youngest have access. Don’t let yourself be deprived of the conscious use of such powerful tools!

So how? Have you made a mistake that you regret? Think about it...

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Photography

Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

FAITH

LAPHAM

‘One with Nature’ is a personal project that aims to express personal feelings through flowers and our senses. The project is one with nature because it focuses on being up close and personal with nature, being outside and around flowers. Having Autism Spectrum Disorder means that I have sensory issues where things feel more sensitive to me and for this project, that means touch, smell, taste, and noise. I can get overstimulated with loud noises, bright lights and groups of people, so looking at flowers brings me relief and a sense of calmness.

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Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

maddie.macd@outlook.com Insta: @maddiemacd

MADELEINE

MACDONALD

Since the 1850s, the technique of combining multiple images has been employed to convey narratives that a single image might struggle to achieve. Photomontage has persistently been utilised as a tool for propaganda and in the portrayal of current political issues. My montage combines over 230 individual images into a single composition, addressing the concerns surrounding canal degradation and pollution. The canal system is a man-made, human construction, making it our responsibility to prevent it causing environmental harm. My montage highlights the issues of plastic pollution, urbanisation, and water contamination, condensing and magnifying these problems to encourage a social change towards a greener, more environmentally friendly society.

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Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

lauren16morgan@gmail.com Insta: @la.m.photography

LAUREN

MORGAN

Inspired by storytelling found in film stills, which I have always had an admiration for, my photographic series explores the narrative essence of cinematic imagery and film culture, while also researching photographers who were able to achieve this. From dreamlike scenes to glimpses into a story of life’s simplicities. I present a central character within a cinematic narrative alongside promotional posters reminiscent of movie advertising. Aiming to capture different characteristics of film culture in visual art, this project has provided me the opportunity to refine my skills in creating emotion in cinematic imagery, and the impact postproduction can have on enhancing my images.

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SHAUN

From the very beginning of my photography journey, I have always had a passion for wildlife and landscape photography, and I wanted to do something that incorporated both these aspects in this exhibition. Therefore, I decided to focus on the River Dee for this project, following its route through Wales right the way through to the estuary. Through doing this, I was able to follow the River Dee, and photograph towns and villages along its banks whilst also bringing in the wildlife that lives upon the river. Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

shaunjmorgan@gmail.com

Insta: @shaun_morgan_photography

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ANNA

PARK

My work centres around fashion portraiture, not only photographing the clothing a model wears but capturing the intimate relationship between the garments, the model and the viewer. Predominantly working in a studio setting, I play around with many aesthetics, manipulating the light, colour and composition to create forms of narrative to convey emotions. Occasionally, I take on the challenge of shooting on location, forcing myself to create in the moment with what I have around me, using the natural light and shadows to my advantage. Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

annalpark03@gmail.com

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Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

kayleighquinnsphotography@gmail.com Insta: @kayleighsphotography.uk

KAYLEIGH

QUINN

A photographer of self-expression and realness. Thriving to present the community with imagery which shows real life issues. Relatable and informative. My project, ‘Womb to The World’, is a project documenting my view of motherhood from conception. The project is split into two sections ‘The struggle to Motherhood’ and ‘The Struggles of Motherhood’. To photograph ‘Staged Documents’ as I like to call them I first mind-map how my life is as a mother and what is important. Before planning a list of potential shots and having a third-party photograph. Alongside these documents I have documented and experimental captures for those who prefer more raw documentary photography. Both studio and documentary portraits are forged together to present a mother and son at their purest. The good, bad, ups and downs. A growing long-term project which I hope to move into socially engaged photography. More views, more representation. Hang in there!

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Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

daisytaylor35@yahoo.co.uk Insta: @daisytaylorphotography

DAISY

TAYLOR

My work focuses upon fashion photography, exploring fashion through fashion styles, beauty and fragrance brands. I aim to photograph people to celebrate their individuality and express their unique style representing who they are. I have always been interested in fashion photography and have been photographing in this field for many years, hoping to develop my skills further. I have tied my field of practice into a fashion magazine to exhibit for the degree show. The photograph shown in this catalogue gives an insight into what my magazine is about.

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Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

Dynphotoguy@gmail.com

Insta: @Dynamicphotoguy

JACE

TRAYNOR-BARRY

Hello! My name is Jace and my pronouns are he/him. The work you are going to see is unlike work I have done before as I wanted to venture in to filmmaking. My normal photography work (If you can call it normal) consists of the LGBTQIA+ community, cosplay, and political activism. My style allows the model to be themselves, posing in ways they feel comfortable with some direction from me. ‘Shadows Unbound’ (The name of the short film trailer) still fits within my realm of photography, so to speak, as it features LGBTQIA characters and actors and has the element of cosplay with the fantasy genre. I have always enjoyed editing film clips and I thought why not give it a go for my degree show. I hope you enjoy the trailer and the posters!

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Fine Art & Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

ellasnape365@icloud.com ellasnapephotography

ELLA

SNAPE

I started my 3rd year project not having done any studio work before. I wanted to step outside my comfort zone and try out editorial shoots. I’ve collects over 50 Vogue magazines since I was younger, so I wanted to create covers and a magazine inspired by all the magazines I’ve collected. I’ve also grown up with Barbie dolls all my life so mixing them together was my starting point. Before Christmas I experimented with the studio work, using the lights and backdrops, then I started to make my magazine. I also created a number of covers for a magazine to show the range of techniques I learnt this year. I mixed barbie, Vogue, and other magazines together to create my own. Outside of university, my photography is mostly sporting events, schools, and business advertising. I’ve photographed a number of rugby, football and boxing matches over my three years at university.

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Photography with Graphic Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

matthewsutton7713@gmail.com Insta: @suttonxphotography

This project aims to face the negative comments on certain communities in a front on approach. The area this project delves into is the negative comments about women in sports, anti-LGBTQ headlines (pictured here), and men’s mental health. The aim of these photographs is to show that these negative comments won’t affect them in the way they desire, and that they can overcome them.

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Graphic Design & Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

annabelcarter@hotmail.co.uk Insta: @annabelcarterphotography

ANNABEL

Getting someone’s name and their photograph shouldn’t really be that difficult as a photographer, should it? This project I have developed and crafted throughout my final year of university is based on street portraiture, capturing the raw emotion of each individual I come across. I have found it interesting and challenging at the same time, taking photographs of strangers, discovering who they really are.

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Graphic Design & Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

400100abigaildickinson@gmail.com Insta: @abiphotography10

Hello my name is Abi, I am in my final year studying Graphic Design and Photography at the University of Chester. Petra Heidrich was the inspiration for my artwork as she weaves life into her work with each thread and creates a new piece of art. Memories are the key that helped me to discover this project. Friends and family inspired the memories of this project as it brought me closer to the people I loved. Mixed media is a big inspiration for the project as each thread leads to create a bigger beautiful picture of life. This piece of thread is what links each family member and friend together and makes this project personal to me.

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Graphic Design & Photography

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

lexiestephensdesign@gmail.com Insta: @lexiesketchbook

LEXIE

STEPHENS

Inspired by the representation of women in art history and modern media this project incorporates the use of graphic elements as visual metaphors for the objectification of women used only for aesthetic purposes, posed to merely look pretty. Using the very nature and understanding of the pearl as an object with the mere purpose of being a decorative thing of beauty, the artwork applies these ideas to that of the representation of women.

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Product Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

sophiecarpenter@talktalk.net

SOPHIE

As a graduate proficient in both graphic and product design, I bring a unique perspective to the table. My journey has equipped me with a profound understanding of user-centric design, where every project is approached with the end user in mind. Throughout my studies, I have cultivated a keen eye for aesthetics, aiming to blend functionality with aesthetics to create designs that resonate. Having worked in secretarial roles over the past seven years, I am eager to bring my diverse skill set and innovative mindset into the design world where I can further my professional growth and hopefully contribute towards transformative projects aiming to make an impact within industry.

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Product Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

sophieelisegreen@gmail.com

SOPHIE

This design aspires to engage teenage visitors at Chester Zoo, while empowering them to make a difference to our planet. In 2025, the ‘Heart of Africa’ will open as a new space for all members of the family to enjoy, this includes teenagers - a demographic difficult to appeal to. Following my research, in the knowledge that teenagers like to fidget and respond better to audio than written words, I’ve created a whistle-stop tour of the different animals & species that will live in ‘The Heart of Africa’. Focusing on Uganda, a combination of culture and the natural environment brought me to the Idea of a Djembe inspired swivel stool perched underneath a fact talking tipi. The idea is to sit and swivel, looking out over the enclosures, while listening to the information. Each enclosure would have its own animal specific talking tipi.

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Product Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

noahkbt@gmail.com Insta: @nshk_design

Driven by my passion for nature and the living world, and opposing the dullness of the concrete jungle, I have created a product with the intention of ‘bringing back plant life to urban areas’, by utilising the empty wall space. Introducing HEX, with effortless installation it offers a swift transformation of any conventional wall into a vibrant living canvas. Ideal for both residential and commercial settings, HEX seamlessly adapts to diverse environments.

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Product Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

Dylanpage5@yahoo.co.uk

My time at the University of Chester has allowed me to develop my passion for automotive accessory design. My major project is focused on accessorising the new INEOS Grenadier, a serious off-road vehicle that is built for ultimate adventures. My solution is Stonewall, a retro-fit product which enables users who enjoy activities such as paddle boarding to get changed from wet or dirty clothes without having to struggle for space. Stonewall is an all-in-one privacy screen enabling users to adapt their boot space quickly and easily into a useable private environment.

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Product Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

SophiePick@live.com Insta: @aspickdesigns

SOPHIE

Product Design has fascinated me since I first encountered it in High School, and I have enjoyed pursuing it at University. My Major Project, the ‘Working Table’ allows users with Multiple Sclerosis to do tasks that would normally be carried out on the work surface. The space underneath allows the user to be seated, either on a chair or wheelchair. The aim of my product is to give people more independence and confidence in their own home. Throughout this project, my drawing, modelling and ideation skills have significantly improved, readying me for the world of work, which I welcome with open arms.

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Product Design

University of Chester: School for the Creative Industries

ELLA

WOODWARD

For my Major Project, I chose to focus on helping pets feel safe and relaxed when they are stressed. My solution is a unique dog bed with pop-up, soundproof walls. The innovative angular design creates a calm space where your dog can escape the noise from thunderstorms, fireworks, or other loud disruptions. The highquality soundproofing material reduces stress and anxiety for your pet, whilst the pop-up feature allows you to adjust the bed to three phases: bed, nest, and home, ensuring flexibility and easy storage. Anti vibration technology and built-in speakers add a touch of luxury, letting you play soothing music or calming sounds to help your dog relax. The angular design enhances the acoustic insulation, ensuring your dog has the peaceful retreat they deserve.

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