The Australian Institute of Creative Design Magazine
Chasing Dreams with Marsha Rigden
The Future of Fashion
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Garments for the Perfect Timeless Wardrobe Best Skin Care to Suit your Skin Type
make-up by Lucy Gardiner-Smith
ARTISTA MAGAZINE
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“If you can’t Figure out your purpose, Figure out your passion. For your passion will lead you right into your purpose.” -Bishop T.D. Jakes
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A Colourful Life in Visual Arts
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Melissa Spratt
THE VALUE OF VISUAL ARTS AND COMMUNITY
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Shelley Monkland UP-SKILLING WITH A DIPLOMA
Best Skin Care to Suit your Skin Type
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Amazing Opportunities in Lashes
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The Future of Fashion Be Timeless
10 GARMENTS YOU NEED FOR THE PERFECT MIX AND MATCH WARDROBE
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Marsha Rigden SA-LO-ME DESIGNS Dream Big
RISING STAR: JACQUIE FORDE
Forget Me Knot BY ANGELA DILL
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Cameron Doyle
A CAREER IN THE COLOURFUL WORLD OF COSMETICS
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shannon hottes
DIPLOMA OF SCREEN & MEDIA
editors letter
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Always keep your eyes open. Keep watching. Because whatever you see can inspire you.� - Grace Coddington
This quote perfectly summarizes my time curating and creating this issue of Artista. It has been a privilege to meet with and interview the amazing and talented creative individuals who are featured in this magazine. Their stories have inspired me to follow my creative spirit and I hope that they inspire you to find or follow your passion. It has been a privilege to share their journey with you. I sincerely hope you enjoy all of the stories shared in this magazine, and find inspiration to live your fullest and most creative life.
CHAUNDRA MANOROME, DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF CREATIVE DESIGN
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DIPLOMA OF PHOTOGRAPHY & PHOTO IMAGING
A Colourful Life in Visual Arts
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WITH THE RIGHT CAREER PATHWAY, A FUTURE IN VISUAL ARTS IS BRIGHTER THAN YOU MAY THINK
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he life of a practicing artist can be perfectly summed up by the words famously stated by French Artist, Henri Matisse, “Creativity takes courage�. Some of us are destined to be creative, growing up with colourful ambitions, and more specifically to be involved in the visual arts. However, we are often told by our parents or our peers that there are no career opportunities. This is false, the career
opportunities in arts are vast, you just need a little courage to get going. Aside from selling artworks in galleries or at markets, there is a lot of potential to have a successful career as a textile, surface or product designer. A path which is widely overlooked by many artists when they are deciding which career path to take. As a textile, print & surface designer you can put your artwork on almost anything. So get creative, your future could start now.
put your products on: Textiles Lunch Bags Crockery Cosmetic Bags\ Upholstery Blankets Wall Paper Floor Mats Shoes Duvet Covers Home Decor Jackets Rugs Dresses Table Cloths Yoga Mats Tea Towels Swim Suits Bath Curtains Leggings Curtains shirts
jumpers bed sheets bath mats towels cups plates bowls mugs activewear socks coats
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DIPLOMA OF VISUAL ARTS: TEXTILE, PRINT & SURFACE DESIGN (CUA51115) CERTIFICATE III DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS: GRAPHIC DESIGN (CUA30715) CERTIFICATE III VISUAL ARTS: TEXTILE, PRINT & SURFACE DESIGN (CUA3115) SHORT COURSE: TEXTILE DESIGN SHORT COURSE: ABSTRACT PAINTING SHORT COURSE: CONTEMPORARY PAINTING SHORT COURSE: DIGITAL FABRIC DESIGN SHORT COURSE: DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS FOR BEGINNERS SHORT COURSE: MIXED MEDIA ART SHORT COURSE: RESIN MASTERPIECE! SHORT COURSE: WATERCOLOUR TECHNIQUES
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Melissa Spratt VISUAL ARTS TRAINER AND PRACTICING VISUAL ARTIST
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The Value of Visual Arts and Community INTERVIEW WITH VISUAL ARTS TRAINER, MELISSA SPRATT
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elissa Spratt is the current trainer for the Diploma of Visual Arts (Textile, Print & Surface Design) at the Australian Institute of Creative Design. In conjunction with this, Melissa maintains her status as a practicing visual artist. Art has always been an ongoing passion for Melissa, and her comprehensive education in the field of fine arts has enabled her to become a successful, practicing Sculptural Textile Design artist. Melissa has completed both a Bachelor and Honors in Digital Media Fine Arts. She facilitates workshops, participates in group shows and recently has held her own solo show. Melissa believes that participating in the community through shows and exhibitions is very important to display your passion, particularly on the Gold Coast, which she describes as it’s own small world.
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Melissa has inspired many of her students with her work ethic, sharing her passion for visual arts through teaching and through practice. According to Crystal Lane, one of Melissa’s diploma students, Melissa’s specific teaching style reflects positively onto her students, particularly her emphasis on community engagement and her avid participation in local art events.
“As a role model, [Melissa] is just emphasizing that [performing as an artist and a teacher] is hard work, but you can do it.” Mature student, and already practicing textile artist, Shelley Monkland, likened Melissa to a very good teacher for someone so young, and
commended her ability to engage her students and encourage their participation in art events, which Shelley plans to try in the future. It is evident that Melissa brings her passion for visual arts into her teaching style. Melissa’s time teaching at the Australian Institute of Creative Design has differed from her previous experiences. Melissa has fostered a strong sense of community within her group of students. The environment in her classroom is one filled with support, encouragement and passion. Crystal Lane’s favourite part of class is
“Collaboration within the team, [because] being able to be around other creative art students is important for a creative, [because] it really backs who you’re trying to be”. However, it is not just the students who are benefiting from this environment, but Melissa as well. Watching her students share their passion in such a supportive and intimate learning environment has had an affirmative effect on Melissa, causing her passion for teaching to grow.
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shelley monkland DIPLOMA OF VISUAL ARTS
“I’ve always said to anyone if they aren’t sure about doing something whether it’s a job or a course. I always say do it, because whether you continue along that path or not you will always learn something that you can carry into other jobs or other courses someway in your life and you’ll find that by the end of your life you’ll have quite a lot of skills if you just go with the flow.”
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Shelley Monkland INTERVIEW WITH CURRENT DIPLOMA OF VISUAL ARTS (TEXTILE, PRINT & SURFACE DESIGN) STUDENT
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helley Monkland is a First Nations woman of Gubbi Gubbi (Sunshine Coast) and Iningii (Blackall) from Queensland and Bundjalung from New South Whales. Shelley has always had a passion for visual arts, what she loves most is the vibrant colours, coupled with the power of expression felt through her artwork. Shelley has been a practicing textile artist and designer for over 20 years, as she loves to express her artwork and designs into a medium that is both practical and usable. Shelley is experienced in a wide variety of textile techniques such as Batik, Natural Dyeing, Indigo Dyeing, Screen printing and Acid Dyeing. Shelley is also knowledgeable in other textile areas such as Sewing, Pattern Drafting, Fabric Painting, Sun Printing and Devore. Shelley’s textile business is called “Djarainj” which means Rainbow in Bundjalung, and only practices using sustainable, eco-friendly fabrics and materials such as Hemp, Bamboo and Organic Cotton. Shelley has had a successful career as a textile designer, and has had several designs made into corporate products for Corbin and Blaire in Sydney. Additionally,
Shelley was recently approached by Queensland Tourism, as they have chosen one of her designs to be produced into a lining, and will be placed on many corporate gifts such as compendium, travel wallets and luggage tags. Shelley decided to take our Diploma of Visual Arts (Textile, Print & Surface Design) course in order to keep up with the current industry trends, which has lead her down a digital path. Shelley is excited to learn programs such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator so she can take her designs to the next level. Shelley believes that by acquiring these skills she can advance her business and get her designs out there. As a textile designer, Shelley pays close attention to the industry, and has noticed several Australian designers using 3D textile art. She is very excited to apply this process to her current project, which centers around Birdsville and will include 3D flowers. We are very excited to see her final product. Shelley has brought with her a lot of practical knowledge and life experience, and is a testament to the journey visual arts can take you.
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chloe topping
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acacia mackenzie DIPLOMA OF VISUAL ARTS
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brooklyn yeats
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kurtis albarran
CERTIFICATE III GRAPHIC DESIGN
Best Skin Care to Suit Your Skin Type
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EVER WONDERED WHY YOU CLEANSE YOUR SKIN, TAKE CARE TO REMOVE YOUR MAKEUP, DRINK LOTS OF WATER BUT STILL HAVE ISSUES WITH BREAKOUTS AND DRYNESS ? HERE ARE A FEW TIPS TO HELP YOU GET THE BEST MATCHED SKIN CARE FORMULAS TO SUIT YOUR SKIN TYPE
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he simplest way to figure out your skin type is to see how your skin looks with no make-up. Go a full day without make-up on and look at your skin in all types of lighting throughout the day. Look at the size of your pores (the little holes in your skin, usually around the nose and between the eyebrows). Are the pores large? Or are they tiny and hard to see? Does your face get shiny and start to look greasy during the day? Or does it tend to feel tight and dry, sometimes itchy and rough? Or maybe you’re one of the lucky ones, and your face has a healthy, dewy glow throughout the entire day, looking even, and without too much shine.
Once you have thought about this and done some analysing of your skin, see the table below to help you choose your skin type, then see what are the best formulated products to use. There are 4 main skin types:
dry oily normal combination
THE BEST FORMULAS FOR THE SKIN TYPES LIST ARE LISTED ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES (READ THE LABEL AND ASK FOR PROFESSIONAL ASSISTANCE WHEN PURCHASING BEAUTY PRODUCTS)
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DIPLOMA OF BEAUTY THERAPY (SHB50115) CERTIFICATE III BEAUTY SERVICES (SHB30115) CERTIFICATE II RETAIL COSMETICS (SHB20116) ACCREDITED: EYELASH EXTENSIONS SHORT COURSE: ACRYLIC & GEL NAILS SHORT COURSE: SPRAY TANNING SHORT COURSE: BRAZILIAN WAXING SHORT COURSE: COLOURED GEL NAILS SHORT COURSE: HAIR FOR YOU
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Oily Skin IF YOU HAVE OILY SKIN, YOU MAY HAVE: •
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MAYBELLINE FIT ME MATTE & PORELESS FOUNDATION Long lasting, photographs well
RIMMEL STAY MATTE PRESSED POWDER light weight
L’OREAL INFALLIBLE PRO-MATTE FOUNDATION 7-8hr wear, medium but build able
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HOURGLASS IMMACULATE LIQUID POWDER FOUNDATION Evens skin tone, decreases oil production
EVE LORN SHEER RADIANCE OIL FREE FOUNDATION SPF 20, powdered with rice powder to minimize excess oil, anti-oxidence
BECCA EVER-MATTE PORELESS PRIMING PERFECTOR Micro fine powder that absorbs oil, shine free all day, anti-oxidence
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YSL ALL HOURS FULL COVER MATTE FOUNDATION
BYTERRY TERRYBLY DENSILISS FOUNDATION
HOURGLASS VEIL FLUID FOUNDATION
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Combination Skin IF YOU HAVE COMBINATION SKIN, YOU MAY HAVE:
Normal Skin IF YOU HAVE NORMAL SKIN, YOU MAY HAVE: •
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PORE SIZE IS SMALL BUT STILL VISIBLE AND VERY FEW BLEMISHES
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ombination skin is a tough one, you need to decide which part of your skin is your main concern, is it the oil or the shine, or perhaps it’s the dryness. Once you decide which one you really want to target you can follow the guide above or you can take the easy way and use a fluid/lotion, the half and half mix will suit most skin types without irritating the other.
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ormal Skin is quite lucky in they can use almost any formula on their skin type. Fluid or lotion which is half oil half water mix will work the best for this skin type. Creams/oil bases which feel thicker and heavy, slower absorbing or Water based, oil free, however they can feel a little tight or drying to some normal or combination normal skin types.
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RIMMEL STAY MATTE PRESSED POWDER COMBATS SHINY T-ZONE, NO POWDER NEEDED, MOISTURIZES DRY AREAS
MAYBELLINE FIT ME MATTE & PORELESS FOUNDATION MICRO POWDERS, SMOOTH FINISH
RIMMEL LASTING FINISH FOUNDATION 25HR LAST, HUMIDITY PROOF, ANTIOXIDANTS + VITAMIN E
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ESTEE LAUDER DOUBLE WEAR FOUNDATION 15HR WEAR, NATURAL COVERAGE, OIL FREE + NON DRYING
MAC STUDIO FIX POWDER PLUS FOUNDATION SHINE FREE FINISH, WATER RESISTANT, OIL FREE, MATTE FINISH
SMASHBOX CAMERA READY BB CREAM PRIMER WATER TECHNOLOGY, SPF30, OIL & DRYNESS CONTROL
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NAPOLEAN SHEER GENIUS LIQUID FOUNDATION SPF 20, PARABEN FREE, AVAIL. IN 5 SHADES
MARC JACOBS BEAUTY SHAMELESS FOUNDATION 24HR LAST, OIL FREE BASE, NO PARABENS OR SULFATES
ORLANE TEINT ABSOLUTREATMENT FOUNDATION COMPLEXION EVENING, VOLUMIZES SKIN SURFACE FOR FIRMER LOOK, RADIANT BUT MATTE FINISH
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Dry Skin IF YOU HAVE DRY SKIN, YOU MAY HAVE: •
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ry skin must use oil based products. Thick, hydrating, heavy feeling products will put back the moisture that dry skin lacks and will make it feel plumper and softer instead of tight, dry and dull.
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BOURJOIS HEALTHY MIX SERUM GEL FOUNDATION
MAYBELLINE FIT ME DEWY & SMOOTH FOUNDATION
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LAURA MERCIER SILK CREME FOUNDATION
NARS ALL DAY LUMINOUS WEIGHTLESS FOUNDATION
YOUNIQUE TOUCH MINERAL LIQUID FOUNDATION
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Amazing Opportunities in Lashes INTERVIEW WITH EYELASH EXTENSIONS TRAINER, SUSANNE NGUYEN
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usanna was a stay at home mother of two, when she was accidentally introduced to the Beauty Industry in 2014. Susanna was asked by a friend to participate as a model for an exam at a Beauty College. Once Susanna stepped foot inside the college she knew immediately what was missing from her life. She enrolled into the course the following week. Since then, Susanna has completed her Diploma of Beauty Therapy, and several other industry relevant qualifications. Susanna is currently working at Pretty in the City, a Beauty Salon in St. Lucia, so she maintains current knowledge of the industry’s trends. It is Susanna’s education, experience and passion that make her an outstanding trainer.
Lash extensions are a true art form, and according to Susanna they are
“A window into the eyes of someone’s soul.” Eyelash extensions have become one of the hottest beauty trends, and are continuously growing in popularity and demand on a daily basis. Since we, at the Australian Institute of Creative Design, are passionate about everything we do, we were lucky to have found such a passionate trainer to teach our eyelash extensions courses. What makes Susanna so passionate is the effect that her beauty treatments have on her clients.
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Susanna is excited to continue her practice and her teaching, spreading her passion for beauty therapy with anyone who will accept it.
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world” – Nelson Mandela
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What does Fashion look like in 2018? HERE’S A QUICK SUMMERY OF THE STATE OF FASHION FOR 2018 AS REPORTED BY THE BUSINESS OF FASHION AND MCKINSEY & COMPANY
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f you are wondering where the state of fashion is headed, we may have an answer for you. According to the Australian Fashion Council, there will be 10 shifts in 2018.
from brand ambassadors. Additionally, as a first point of contact, an online presence will become evermore important for consumer convenience, and even more so, a responsive mobile online presence.
In terms of the global economy, there will be three trends. The industry will remain predictably unpredictable, due to geopolitical turmoil and economic uncertainty, meaning executives in the industry will have to be vigilant, and be accepting of change and adaptability. Secondly, there will be a globalisation reboot, as digital connectivity increases, certain companies will gain a large competitive edge. Lastly, there will be a shift in Asian trailblazers, where we will witness them assert their power and leadership through investment and expansion.
The last trend of shifts will be in the fashion system. Firstly, AI, yes that’s right, artificial intelligence will have a place in the fashion industry. It has been proposed that up to 75% of fashion retailers plan to invest in Artificial Intelligence in 2018/2019, in order to assist customer interaction processes. Sustainability credibility will also gain importance in the industry, with many brands shifting to using recycled materials. Additionally, the off-price sector will witness even more growth in the coming seasons. Lastly, in order to adapt with today’s innovative culture, the industry will need to adopt a start up company mind set, meaning they will be more open and agile, and more willing to collaborate. Whether you love fashion in 2018, or hate it, there’s one thing you can’t do, and that’s ignore it.
In terms of consumer shifts, the power of personalisation will see a large increase, becoming more important to the consumer. It will become increasingly important for tailored recommendations, along with more authenticity
* Original article can be found at: https://ausfashioncouncil.com/council-of-textile-fashion-blog/2018/5/14/the-state-of-fashion-2018-australia
DIPLOMA OF APPLIED FASHION DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING (MST50116) DIPLOMA OF STYLING (FASHION, IMAGE & MEDIA) (10428NAT) CERTIFICATE III DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS: FASHION DESIGN (CUA30715) CERTIFICATE III DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS: STYLING (CUA30715) CERTIFICATE III IN APPLIED FASHION DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY: CLOTHING TECHNICIAN (MST30816) CERTIFICATE II IN APPLIED FASHION DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY (MST20616)
SHORT COURSES:
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FAST TRACK FASHION DESIGN
FOOTWEAR DESIGN
FASHION BUSINESS AND MERCHANDISING
HANDBAG DESIGN
FAST TRACK FASHION
VISUAL MERCHANDISING FASHION BUYING
BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE SEWING LESSONS
PERSONAL STYLING
PATTERN MAKING
HAIR STYLING
SWIM-WEAR DESIGN
FASHION BUYING
TEXTILE DESIGN
FASHION EVENTS
DIGITAL FABRIC DESIGN
DISTANCE: STYLING (FASHION, IMAGE & MEDIA)
FASHION BUYING FASHION ILLUSTRATION
DISTANCE: FASHION BUSINESS AND MERCHANDISING
FAST TRACK FASHION SEWING
DISTANCE: FASHION DESIGN
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Be Timeless 10 GARMENTS YOU NEED FOR THE PERFECT MIX AND MATCH WARDROBE.
10. The Perfect White Tee A white t-shirt is a staple in any wardrobe. Whether you’re looking for something to layer underneath that slip dress, or you need something casual to team with a pair of jeans, a white tee is a staple to any wardrobe.
9. Ankle Boots These boots are timeless and should be a staple in your wardrobe, they are both practical and stylish.
8. Neutral Flats A pair of pumps aren’t the only way to look smart, a pair of flats can do the trick and still keep you looking chic.
7. Long line blazer A good tailored blazer is not only timeless, but is great for work, or for going out. You can pair it with almost anything to make that outfit chic and classy.
6. A Crew Neck Jumper A crew neck jumper is great for layering, and can be easily dressed up or dressed down.
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5. Black Heels A simple pair of black heels can be your most reliable and versatile asset.
4.A Wrap Dress This style of dress works for every body-type, every occasion and every season. You just can’t go wrong with a wrap dress. A wrap dress is definitely a style and not a trend, and that’s why you need to have one hanging in your wardrobe.
3. Flattering Denim Jeans A good pair of jeans can be the most durable, versatile and flattering item in your wardrobe. No explanation needed.
2. Little Black Dress Just like a pair of black heels, a little black dress can be the most versatile garment in your wardrobe. You can dress it up with a pair of killer heels and some statement jewelry, or dress it down with a pair of sneakers and a denim jacket. Perfect for any occasion.
1. Leather Jacket An investment into a good leather jacket is definitely worth it, because you can literally wear it with anything. Need we say more?
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Marsha Rigden “EVERYONE IS CREATIVE IN THEIR OWN UNIQUE WAY, AND WE ALL HAVE SOMETHING THAT WE CAN OFFER, DON’T BE AFRAID TO TAKE THAT STEP”
SALO-ME designs INTERVIEW WITH ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF APPLIED FASHION DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY GRADUATE MARSHA RIGDEN
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arsha Rigden graduated from the Australian Institute of Creative Design in June of 2017 with an Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology in Brisbane. Marsha’s passion for sewing and fashion design began at a young age. Growing up in Papua New Guinea, Marsha would watch her mother sew clothing for her sisters and for herself. Once Marsha was old enough, her mother then taught her how to sew. Marsha always enjoyed the process of buying a pattern and fabric, cutting the pattern out onto paper and then sewing the garment.
“Seeing the stages and the final product is always so exciting and rewarding” Marsha knew she wanted to learn the whole process involved in fashion design: research, design, pattern making and fabric sourcing. She also wanted to refine her manufacturing techniques.
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Marsha started at the Australian Institute of Creative Design in 2014, where she studied her Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology. Upon completing her qualification Marsha was eager to explore and expand her knowledge in Fashion Design. Marsha undertook her Advanced Diploma as a part time student, while continuing to work full-time. After frivolous research, Marsha had decided that the Advanced Diploma would teach her everything was eager to learn without the cost and time of completing a Bachelor Degree at a University.
“While the workload was intense even as a part-time student, i found the experience and the guidance of the trainers to be invaluable” Since graduating, Marsha’s label SA-LO-ME designs, showcased at RAW Brisbane, which was held at the Met. Marsha has since returned to her work as a full time teacher, but continues to pursue her passion and works on her label during her spare time. Marsha has even set up a creative workshop and studio at the back of her house in hopes of building her business in the future. Marsha would like to offer the following advice to any student unsure about following their passions towards a creative career:
“I put off studying a creative career for 10 years when I finished school, worried that I wasn’t creative enough or fashionable enough as the people around me. I’m so glad that I finally took the step to try a creative industries course. Everyone is creative in their own unique way and we all have something that we can offer, don’t be afraid to take that step, it’s hard work and you may feel under-appreciated at times and not everyone will understand just how much work goes into designing or manufacturing a garment, a necklace, writing a short story or a novel, etc...But there is always someone out there who appreciates your work and will be a fan. NEVER GIVE UP!”
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The essential part of creativity is not being afraid to fail� -Edwin H. Land
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Dream Big INTERVIEW WITH DIPLOMA OF APPLIED FASHION DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING GRADUATE, JACQUELINE FORDE
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ecent Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising graduate, Jacquie Forde is our latest feature, and rising star. Jacquie has always had an interest in fashion, and has had an overflowing wardrobe since a very young age. Jacquie’s long time goal has been to own a small business in the fashion industry. As a career option, it offered the perfect combination of her passion for design and her entrepreneurial spirit. Therefore studying the Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising was the perfect step on the career path of her dreams. By the end of the course, Jacquie had designed and produced her very own mini-collection.
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Jacquie described the design process as quite the roller coaster, as her concepts and interests shifted over the duration of the course. At the beginning of her study, Jacquie was quite intent on designing women’s workwear, this idea soon transformed to an interest in denim. One last move to the right, and Jacquie landed on swim-wear. Once the concept had been locked in, Jacquie had a lot of fun with the process. Since she had already undergone two full semesters of design and pattern making, Jacquie was confident when it came time to visualize and produce her garments. Jacquie’s approach to the design process for her collection was very logical. As a survivor of skin cancer, Jacquie decided she wanted the core concept of her label, Girt by the Sea, to be sun safety. She believed as a concept, this was an under serviced market, and the issue in general is very under stated. For this particular collection,
Jacquie also drew inspiration from unique aspects of Australia, such as flora and fauna. Additionally this included iconic Australian labels like R.M. Williams and Akubra. The initial garment in Jacquie’s collection was a logical choice in-line with the label’s core concept of sun safety. It was a one-piece swim suit with slimming panel lines, a high neck and long sleeves, for optimal coverage. Jacquie then believed that the other pieces needed a bit of a softer, feminine touch, so she adjusted the original, and gave it capped sleeves and a high-waistline. Lastly, Jacquie decided to design a two-piece, which was another logical choice in terms of mass appeal for her collection. The creativity of the design process came later, when it was time for Jacquie to design the accessories and pick the colourways. Jacquie has big plans for the future. She aims to develop and grow her business, continually adding product lines and eventually expand into the international market. Keep an eye out for her designs. We think Jacquie’s future looks bright.
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FORGET ME KNOT BY ANG INTERVIEW WITH FASHION GRADUATE, ANGELA DILL
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ngela Dill studied her Advanced Diploma of Fashion Design in 2008 at the Australian Institute of Creative Design, and was one of the institutes’s first graduates. While studying, Angela loved the small classes, and the feeling of being treated like family. The one on one attention from the trainers was also a big factor in making Angela the designer she is today. Eager to work in the fashion industry, Angela first found work at spotlight, so she could increase her knowledge in fabrics and the machine processes. Angela also believed it to be important to gain some retail experience. Not long after, an opportunity arose for Angela to work for a local designer, named Lisa Brown. Angela successfully secured the position as head pattern maker. This involved drafting patterns from Lisa Brown’s drawings, as well as from fabric draping on mannequins.
Angela then progressed to making spec drawings and organizing the designs for the productions to be sent for manufacturing. The experience working with Lisa Brown was crucial to Angela’s development as a designer and the launch of her own label Forget Me Knot by Ang. Angela had always wanted to learn how to do macramé, so watching Lisa Brown’s detailing and the macramé work that went into many of her garments was fascinating. Soon after, Angela taught herself the art of macramé, recognizing that there might be a niche market for wall hangings, buntings and other decorations for weddings. Angela’s interests further developed into jewelry, particularly, polymer clay earrings, as she found that much of the jewelry in production was very generic and mainstream. Angela believed she could provide a product that was tailored to the missing market. Today Angela has had much success with her label, Forget Me Knot By Ang. Her earrings and macramé pieces currently sell internationally on her Etsy store, and locally around the Gold Coast. Additionally, Angela has begun to participate in local festivals, and will hopefully expand her business.
“From my personal experience, my advice is to follow your heart and do what you want to do with your career and your life.” Angela’s journey has been full of ups and downs, and she has gained a lot of life experience along the way, but she is confident in her business and is excited for the future.
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Cameron Doyle “Don’t hold back and don’t let anyone stop you from doing what you love. I wasn’t sure at first if this would be right for me but once I started and then achieved what I did, it’s so rewarding”
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A Career in the Colourful World of Cosmetics INTERVIEW WITH UP AND COMING MAKE-UP ARTIST CAMERON DOYLE
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ameron Doyle is a local Makeup artist, graduating in 2016 with his Diploma of Screen & Media (Specialist Make-Up Services) from the Australian Institute of Creative Design. Cameron has always had a passion for make-up, and prior to his study, he was working in Myer in the fragrance department. Desperate to break into the colourful world of cosmetics, Cameron knew he would need to enhance his skill set before making the jump. Already a qualified Beauty Therapist, and a self-taught nail artist, make-up just seemed to be the next step on his creative career path. Cameron was meticulous in finding the right course for him, and he chose the Australian Institute of Creative Design based on the diverse make-up options offered during the Diploma. Additionally, Cameron saw that there were opportunities to work with film, TV and special events like Fright Night, and immediately knew he had found his school. Cameron loved his time studying at the Australian Institute of Creative Design, as he felt that the support from his trainers and the staff was incredible,
“They always had such enthusiasm for all of us to succeed� Cameron also worked on many fashion photo shoots and a short film while studying.
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Freeze your eyeliner, brow or lip pencil before sharpening to prevent it from crumbling
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amber londt
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joani rankin
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geena abella-koppen DIPLOMA OF SCREEN & MEDIA
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10 SIMPLE INTERIOR DESIGN TIPS TO REFRESH YOUR HOME ON A BUDGET
t the Australian Institute of Creative Design we offer many courses in Interior Design. All of our courses are taught by industry professionals, and so we have a lot of tips and tricks up our sleeves. We’ve compiled our top 10 tips for you to refresh your home on a budget.
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10. Less is More If you don’t use it, then loose it. De-cluttering a space can give it a fresh feel without spending any money or taking too much effort.
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9. Create a Gallery Wall Create a gallery wall of your own images, or of curated posters and pictures, depending on the theme of your space.
8. Paint Though slightly time consuming, re-painting a room, or even a cupboard is a simple way to re-fresh a room.
6. Show off your jewels Display your jewellery as statement pieces, either on your wall, on dressers or on cabinets.
5. Upgrades Upgrade your drawer pulls to re-fresh or even change the theme of a space. Glam up your space with some gold or silver accents, or give it a rustic feel with some antique pulls.
7. Wall Paper Don’t have much cash? Wall Paper one wall, to give your space a bit of focus.
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4. Refurbish Have an old chair lying around? A simple trick to refresh a space is to reupholster an old chair. Even if you don’t have one, find an old cheap chair at an op-shop and give it a quick face lift.
2. Pick a pop of colour Pick one colour to accent throughout your space, not only will it bring the space together, but then you can display all those pieces that you bought in your favourite shade.
3. Replace your Lamp Shades Save yourself the cost of buying a new lamp, and just replace the shade. You could even buy a generic fabric shade and decorate it yourself, to give it the personalized look you want.
1. Greenery Add some greenery to a space to liven it up, both literally and figuratively. Who doesn’t love plants?
Photography 5 TIPS TO TAKE AMAZING PHOTOS WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE
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ics or it didn’t happen. Nowadays we take pictures of everything, from our selves, to our food and our outlandish adventures. However, not everyone has a camera, instead we have smart phones. We know you want that perfect instagram shot, so we’ve compiled our top 5 tips to taking that perfect Instagram photo.
DIPLOMA OF PHOTOGRAPHY AND PHOTO IMAGING (CUA50915) CERTIFICATE III DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS: PHOTOGRAPHY (CUA30715) SHORT COURSE: GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SHORT COURSE: FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY AND STYLING SHORT COURSE: NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY SHORT COURSE: PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY SHORT COURSE: TRAVEL AND LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY SHORT COURSE: STUDIO LIGHTING TECHNIQUES SHORT COURSE: PHOTOSHOP FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS SHORT COURSE: INTERMEDIATE FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
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5. Never Zoom One of the most common mistakes phone users make when taking photos is the zoom. When you take a zoomed photo with a smart phone, you lose a lot of the quality, and it ends up looking quite pixelated. The trick is to take the photo as is, and then crop it later. So you don’t lose any of that quality.
4. Stabilize Keep your phone stable by using both of your hands. This tip may seem really rudimentary, but if you want to avoid those blurry photos, you need to have a stable base, and two hands is the way to go.
3. Keep your lens clean A dirty or smudged lens really can make the difference between a great photo and an awful one. Next time you pull your phone out of your bag or your pocket, just give the lens a quick wipe to make sure there’s nothing in the way of getting that money shot.
2. Turn up your Quality To get those great photos, make sure you have your camera set to take the highest quality photos. Though this may take up more space on your phone, it will be crucial to getting those great shots.
1. Focus Make sure you know what the focal point of your photo is, and then make sure that item is in focus. Such a simple tip, but it’s definitely the most important.
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