The contemporary craft and design market is a big industry and it’s hungry for new recruits, who have imagination and know how to use it, an affinity for materials and the knowledge to manipulate them, combined with an ability to design and communicate and a flair to predict what people really want. And here they are!
BA (Hons) Decorative Arts Graduates of 2015 School of Art & Design Nottingham Trent University
I am quite sure they will follow previous alumni into senior roles in retail buying, management and design, or they will establish formidable careers as studio makers, artists and illustrators, or they will become outstanding academics and visionary teachers. With that in mind I would like to wish them all the very best of luck for the future, well done. I would also like to mention all those whose dedication, commitment and loyalty have made this possible; from the senior management, the administrative and technical staff and of course the indispensable Decorative Arts academic team. Thank you all. Lharne Shaw
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LIMA AJOUZ
My work is inspired by anything I see around me, particularly geometry-based with exciting forms. I love to bring the idea of shape to the forefront of all my projects and take it to its full potential using textiles and embroidery, working with both contemporary and traditional techniques as well as maintaining a strong focus on colour. “Great art picks up where nature ends” – Marc Chagall
limaajouz.blogspot.co.uk limaajouz@hotmail.com
KATIE ALDERSON
The collection showcases the individuality embodied within each of the twelve star signs. Each vessel uses a playful yet poignant material choice in an attempt to echo the diverse nature of each personality. Whether it be fact or fiction, wisdom or myth, the stars inspire each stereotype to come to life through this series of allusive vessels.
katie_alderson@hotmail.co.uk ideologyworkshop.co.uk
KATHERINE ASHLEY
Sculptural ceramic landscapes with tactile and inviting surfaces that evoke a sense of place, inspired by the colours, textures and forms of the Shetland Islands.
katherineannashley@gmail.com katherineannashley.com
HARRIET ATKINS
The taxonomy collection is a range of handmade and printed interior accessories, inspired by curious collections of archival artefacts and peculiar creatures from a range of British museums. Translating these whimsical themes through the use of ceramic forms and printed surfaces, to create an intriguingly aesthetic space.
hattyatkins.blogspot.com hattyatkinshasfreckles@gmail.com Instagram: hattyatkinshasfreckles
EMILY BADDELEY
A series of sculptural lighting that fuses industrial and contemporary materials together through geometric forms and accents of playful colour.
emilybaddeley@hotmail.com emilybaddeley.com facebook: emily baddeley
ALICE BALL
The hats focus on form and structure complemented by colour. The shapes are inspired by architecture both modern and historical and each piece focuses on a different aspect of this. The hats are like small sculptures, with a contemporary modern feel.
alicemaryball@gmail.com
KATHERINE BELLERBY
Bellerby is range of digitally printed interior and home furnishing products primarily focused on and inspired by Scandinavian architecture seen on summer travels. The illustrative designs use repeat pattern, bold black line and eye catching bright colours.
katebellerby@hotmail.co.uk
GRACE BENNETT
A collection of decorative handmade ceramics inspired by the diversity of coral reefs, creating interesting forms, textures and colours.
grace_bennett@hotmail.co.uk graceemilybennett.blogspot.com
JESSICA BROWN
A children’s clothing collection inspired by past modern styles combined with nature’s beauty explored in the colour and print of the garment. Designers such as Chanel 1950’s structure to Laura Ashley’s repeat pattern prints have influenced my work .I have combined print, dyeing, line drawings and design that connects children and a high end market.
jessicalouisebrowndesigns.blogspot.co.uk Jlbrown15@live.co.uk Instagram: Jessica Brown - In The Making
RACHEL BUTLIN
This collection seeks to challenge the concepts of contemporary interactive and wearable objects. Materials such as bamboo and silver create a warm feel with substance, echoing back to Japanese origins. Perfect for statement table settings, bento on the go and a unique dining experience. MAKE IT. EAT IT. WEAR IT.
rachelbutlin93@gmail.com rachelbutlin.wix.com/rachelbutlin
ANNA CHESNEY
A collection of laser etched salmon skin structures juxtapose the natural outline of the fish. The geometric pattern is extracted, manipulating the fish into a new form. The inspiration is the process of constructing a handcrafted material.
hellofromanna@hotmail.com cargocollective.com/annachesney annachesney.blogspot.co.uk
BETHAN CLAYHILLS
My inspiration comes from many things, insects, objects with detailed patterns, dot work, mandalas. Which all can be transferred onto fabric through embroidery.
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Instagram: – beloise_ bethan268@hotmail.co.uk
EMMA CORLEY
Nature Bark Mark making Colour Layering Texture Abstraction Interiors Contemporary 50’s Inspired Handmade Screen Printed emmalouisecorley@googlemail.com
IMOGEN COTTERILL
A series of decorative lighting and sculptural objects formed from copper and steel, create nautical cages to encapsulate blown glass pieces. The work is inspired by coastal elements of traditional glass buoys, sea defences and crab nets.
imogencotterill.wix.com/imogenrosecotterill imogencotterill@gmail.com
LUCY COWARD-WHITTAKER
A collection of hammered and formed metal pieces taking inspiration from symbolism in religious ceremonies, to create organic large-scale body adornment.
lucycowardwhittaker@gmail.com lucycowardwhittaker.wix.com/designermaker
LAURA CUMBERLAND
Unique, folded accessories inspired by origami.
urbanfolds.com lauracumberland@hotmail.co.uk
CHARLOTTE DAVIES
My inspiration has stemmed from a love of literature that captivates me with hidden messages and inner beauty. I wanted to make decorative pieces that reflected that. I began to explore the historical context and this lead to the arrow that I felt had both a beautiful and deadly element.
charlotte.davies1010@googlemail.com maybe-metal.tumblr.com
REBECA DICK
I create what’s called “textile taxidermy” which is preserving the craftsmanship of taxidermy techniques but translating them into embroidery, stitch and fabric replicating the real animal or bird. My collection encapsulates the animal form, focusing on shape and colour formation, enhancing features to create soft furnishings and bespoke objects
taxtiles.com beckydart.com rebeca_d@hotmail.co.uk
BETHANY DIXON
Illustrative Ceramics inspired by Religion, Popular Culture and Drag Queens. My goal is to change the rigid preconceptions regarding ceramic practice and bring it into an entertaining pop culture context while at the same time encouraging people to be who they are regardless of what society or anyone else says.
bettyandthelovecats.co.uk bethanydixon_x@live.co.uk
MEGHAN DOWNS
A collection of ceramic pieces with a focus on surface decoration and colour, directly taking inspiration from drawings created during travels in Italy and fragmenting imagery to represent a visual memory journey.
meghandowns.wix.com/meghan-downs-designs meghan_downs@hotmail.co.uk
JOSEPH EATON
Strains design is a street wear fashion brand based in Nottingham’s Lace Market created by Joe Eaton. Going against the recent trend of street wear design taking itself too seriously this brand takes all aspects of this culture back to its roots.
Instagram: strains_design eatonjoe19.wix.com/strainsdesign
DANIEL EVANS-PUGHE
Exploring the way in which we perceive aesthetic form in relation to our collective unconscious ideals of beauty. Encompassing crystals, ceramic glazing and sculptural forms.
danielevans-pughe.blogspot.co.uk daniel_evans-pughe@hotmail.co.uk
MARI FISHER
Inspired by geometric shapes Mari Fisher explores light and shade through the medium of glass. Using subtle gradients of colour her large scale work seeks to capture light by casting shadows that change depending on the position of the viewer and angle of the light source.
marifisher.co.uk
SOPHIE FOIS
Inspired by my passion for animals, this collection of drawings and ceramic sculpture captures the spontaneous movement and expression of life forms, showcasing the relationship between 2D and 3D.
sophie.fois@aol.co.uk Facebook: Sophie Fois Artwork
KARA FORREST
Focusing on the interaction of mark, line and colour through the use of layering, every detail of application work together in conjunction to create quality unique Printed textiles which utilise both the handmade and digital processes.
kforrest1892@gmail.com karaforrest.blogspot.co.uk
JADE FOSTER
A collection of fine bone china slip casted teacups based on butterflies. Taking different elements of the butterfly to create highly decorative pieces. Using lustres, transfers and underglazes to create a contemporary finish. Enjoy a good proper brew.
brewceramics.blogspot.co.uk brewceramics.wix.com/brewceramics Facebook: Brew Ceramics
MIRIAM FRENCH
Addressing an untraditional take on body adornment revolving around structure, texture and colour.
miriamemfrench@live.co.uk miriamfrench.blogspot.co.uk
SERENA GATAORA
By fusing South Asian and Western influences, Indo-Western fashion is created. The increased exposure of the Indian subcontinent to the Western world brings the inevitability of these styles merging.
serena.gataora@hotmail.co.uk
QIUER GE
A collection inspired by the ocean, sea life and Ricordia mushrooms structures.
qiuergedesign@gmail.com qiuergedesign.com
AMELIA HALES
Silver is combined with bright enamelled colours, creating modular multi-functioanl jewellery pieces which take inspiration from Chinese culture, architecture and language; and the juxtaposition between traditional culture and modern globalisation, with an illustrative style.
ameliahales.com ameliahales.blogspot.co.uk ameliah15@hotmail.co.uk
DZUNG HOANG
The natural world has affected my life so much. This is the inspiration behind my slip casted ceramics and wood work. The collection has very simple forms to highlight the nature of the material and the patterns that appear within them.
facebook.com/dzung.hoang.37 hoangndzung@gmail.com
GEMMA HOLMES
A collection of terracotta ceramics with surface features depicting nerves and cells with in the human body.
gemma.holmes92@hotmail.co.uk
ZIYAN HUANG
Inspired by stalactites and the cross section of stalagmites. Designs are functional and have unique decorative features. This collection of a dining table and decorative tableware seeks to use traditional techniques and reclaimed materials. The pieces are designed for themes restaurants and private dining rooms.
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PAIGE LAWRUK
Large scale mixed media sculptures influenced by escapism, theatre and film, architecture and synchronised swimming
paige.lawruk@gmail.com paigelawruk.wix.com/hidingplace
GEMMA LODGE
Changing the way we look at recycling glass, through form and function.
gemma.lodge93@gmail.com gemmalodge93.wix.com/contemporaryglass Facebook: Gemma Robyn Lodge
KATIE LOWE
With a focus on simplicity and the beauty within colour, material and form; this collection aims to combine subtle gradients and miniature vessels to create a strong visual impact.
katierebeccalowe93@gmail.com katierebeccalowe1.wix.com/katielowe
DAN LUO
A range of resin and silver jewellery inspired by the colour spectrum of light and by bubbles and water drops; with a texture inspired by slate tile.
danluo326.com
TAIARA OGBONNA
A collection of textiles inspired by the connection between a textural surface, geometry and mark making. This collection of textiles focuses on natural elements and architecture as influences taken from personal photographs.
taiaraogbonnadesigns.blogspot.co.uk
KELLY ONSLOW
My woodwork explores the relationship between unfinished and finished wood, and how this combination can question what aesthetically pleasing design is. The theme behind my designs is comparisons; curved/ straight, dark/light and rough/smooth. I extract my shapes from ‘everyday objects’ and focus primarily on surface, texture, and form.
kelly.onslow@hotmail.com Facebook: KellyOnslowDesign
CATHERINE PHIPPS
Interpreting the sinister and subjective oppression forced onto women by manipulating boned fabric pieces into a design to both mock and nurture the dark view of feminism.
Catherine.F.E.Phipps@gmail.com
ALEXANDRA PLANT
My idea is to manipulate and test materials through computer design and laser cutting in order to increase flexibility and the ability to bend into forms which would ordinarily be unnatural for materials such as wood and acrylic. My ideas are translated through lighting which is heavily influenced by Scandinavian design.
alexandraplant.blogspot.co.uk alexandra.plant@hotmail.co.uk
TILLY PRICE
‘Ensemble Français’ A contemporary collection exploring the contrast of a French knitted and hand dyed elastic body, combined with precious metal components. Each piece varying in form and structure to create a bespoke and versatile range of jewellery.
tilly.price92@gmail.com tillyprice92.wix.com/tillymayjewellery
YASMIN SHAW
The exploration of geometric forms in ceramics with a minimalistic approach to colour and composition, creating a contemporary body of work that is influenced by my own drawing and collages.
yasminshawdesign@gmail.com Instagram: yasminshawdesign
ASHA TOPLISS
Although nature was always an inspiration for me, it was water and aquatic birds which heavily influenced my recent work. Using observation and creativity has led to the design of highly detailed, hand drawn patterns and illustrations, which are transformed into screen prints.
asha.topliss@gmail.com
CONOR WARBURTON
Luxury, Leisure, Lifestyle
conorlwarburton@gmail.com
LIZZIE WEST
Illustrating public spaces
lizziewestschedio.blogspot.co.uk lizziewestschedio@hotmail.com
Flux would like to thank the following for their support Tutors:
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Fundraising Support: Production:
Laura Baxter Martyn Blundell Kathy Dickinson Nichola Hebditch Kelvin Lowe Simon Mount Lharne Shaw Jude Wensley Rachael Colley Daniel O’Riordan
Anna Collette Hunt Deborah Harty Jason Marks Kate McBride Laura McCafferty Esther Patterson Sue Pike Susan Rhodes Glynn Scott Anthony Wassell Chris Wight Bethany Wood
Richard Arm Donna Carr Mark Flanagan Andrew Harris David Hurst Erica Just David Langdon Geoff Litherland Paula Love Alvyn Mills Fred Perkins Olly Poulter Vicky Price Nigel Slater Carly Stafford Paul Stockwell Otis Sturmey Sue Turton Ryan Young
The Bead Shop The Bodega Boots Braderie Code Hair & Beauty COW Hartleys Coffee Kexgill The Lacehouse Lawrence Libor The Music Exchange The Picnic Basket Sharma’s Fabrics
Website: Katie Alderson Rebeca Dick Brochure Design: Emily Baddeley Rachel Butlin Anna Chesney Imogen Cotterill Amelia Hales Photography: Jade Foster Alex Planting Abigail Russell Print: Hickling & Squires With special thanks to the Brochure and Fundraising Team
NTU Art & Design Degree Show Nottingham Trent University 28th May - 5th June 2015 New Designers - Part 1 Business Design Centre, London 24 - 27 June 2015 www.fluxntu.co.uk
GRADUATES OF 2015