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Cheryl Bridge Director Art & Design North Metropolitan TAFE
We are making our Mark We are honoured to present the 2018 Festival of Art & Design Exhibitions and Graduation events which showcases the work of our Graduates across a range of disciplines. The school has a rich history dating back more than 100 years from its early beginnings as part of the Perth Technical school. Since 2016, with the amalgamation and formation of the new North Metro TAFE, we have been through a period of reimagining. Our vision for the school this year was to focus on the strong collaboration between the learning areas. This catalogue captures the very essence of our past, present and future and shows the strength and breadth of the school and that together we continue to stand as the leading creative art and design school in the State. The intention is to show the richness and high calibre that exists and that is due, in a large part, to the dedication and passion shown by lecturers who encourage students in developing their valuable knowledge and skills to become emerging practitioners.
This year’s catalogue titled MARKS has a couple of meanings. First, it shines the spotlight on the students who are about to embark on their own journey and stamp their MARKS on the world. It also pays homage to our long-term lecturer Mark Bryce who sadly passed away recently. Mark, a Design Lecturer for 22 years, was the epitome of excellence. He was a trailblazer of his time and at the forefront of implementing significant changes in the digital world that benefited students. We have dedicated this catalogue to the memory of Mark. His influence on past and current students was immeasurable. I would like to acknowledge the hard work in putting together this whole event, it takes many hours of blood, sweat and tears. Thank you to all staff and students who have contributed to making this event and catalogue a success. I also wish everyone happiness and good fortune in your future endeavours in the field of art & design, make your mark.
– Cheryl Bridge
�You are some of the most beautiful human beings I have encountered. It has been a privilege to be part of your journey.� Mark Bryce
Mark Bryce Floral Shirt Illustration Elliott Wilson 2015 Graduate
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Mark Bryce Design Lecturer 1997 - 2018 Terry Gilliam, Bungie Marathon & coffee aficionado
This is such a great gift I can’t tell you all how happy I was to receive this email and the creative messages from everyone. Now you might think that after all this time, the groups of students have all blended together into a sea of faces, but these were such special years to me. There was something magical about this time in the history of our course. I suspect most of the magic came from you all and I feel privileged to have been along for the creative ride. I have such vivid memories of sweating it out down in the basement… pew pew pew.
I went straight for surgery, radiotherapy and I’m still having chemo until the middle of the year. Miraculously, my scans have come back clear and I will be back at TAFE next semester - somewhat slimmer and with less hair. Not so bad now that my eyebrows and eyelashes have grown back. I looked pretty freaky a few months ago. Post chemo hair regrowth is a bit of a lottery. Some people have their hair return unexpectedly curly and many in its original colour sans grey. Mine has come back stark white - go figure.
I have been fighting off an extremely rare pancreatic cancer. Apparently only 44 people (in America) have been diagnosed with this in the last 30 years, so it’s not that common. Coincidentally, this is the exact same cancer that killed Steve Jobs. After being an Apple enthusiast for all these years, this is what I get? Sheesh. The differences, however, between Steve and I (apart from a couple of billion dollars) is that he chose not to have traditional Western medical intervention.
I still get a huge buzz out of teaching in graphic design and UX. There is something so inspiring about working with young creatives. Yeah, I know that sound sounds corny but it’s true. Mind you, sometimes the grind of the behind the scenes paperwork makes me want to slap myself in the face but hey, every job has its downside. Thank you all once again for thinking of me and being part of a great era at TAFE.
– Mark Bryce
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10 3D Product Design
12 / Course details 14 / Jack Flanagan 16 / Unseen 18 / Graduates 20 / Student work
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38 / Course details 40 / Diana Paolucci 42 / The Graduates 2018 44 / Graduates 46 / Student work
Cheryl Bridge Director Art & Design
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Graphic Design 68 / Course details 70 / Russ Goodman 72 / Main Course 74 / Graduates 78 / Student work
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Interior Design
Jewellery Design
160 / Course details 162 / Kaila Cicchini 164 / Within 166 / Graduates 168 / Student work
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246 / Art & Design staff 248 / Sponsorship 250 / Credits 252 / One last thing
3D Product Design
Product Design is the process that transforms ideas into the functional items and decorative objects that we utilise every day. Everything from your toothbrush, coffee cup and mobile phone to your sofa, car or sunglasses were produced with the aid of a product designer. A product designer is able to combine design, materials and manufacturing technologies to produce products that are both functional and attractive. Since the industrial revolution, product design has influenced and improved the way we live our lives. Innovative product design has made us more productive, it entertains us and helps to keep us healthy, but product design is not just about consumer goods. Product design is applied within many industries, such mining and gas, agriculture, aviation and heavy transport manufacturing. Product design is pivotal in advancement of medical systems or creating the interface between emerging technologies and users. Product design also has the potential to address environmental issues and humanitarian needs. Our course is hands-on design. Students undertake a variety of practical projects that incorporate the entire design process - from concept development, visualisation and 3D modelling to full-scale prototype production. The selected projects require students develop lateral thinking skills whilst exposing them to a variety of contemporary and traditional materials and manufacturing methods. Throughout the course students are introduced to a range of creative strategies and techniques and are supported to develop their individual design style. Product designers possess a broad range of design and practical skills that are transferable across many design disciplines. Graduates of Product Design have established successful careers within international product design studios and consultancies, marine architecture, apparel design, exhibition design, furniture design, interior and spatial design, transport design, public art and design education.
CERTIFICATE IV IN PRODUCT DESIGN Certificate IV is an introduction to the basic skill set of a product designer. Product designers work in the 3D world and therefore need to know how to effectively communicate 3D designs. Certificate IV introduces students to the 3D design process – how to generate concepts and refine them, how to present ideas and get feedback, how to use drawing and manual drafting techniques to create visuals and how to use 3D model making to test designs. All learning is embedded within practical project work. During the Certificate IV students are introduced to design software such as Photoshop. They also undertake a theoretical component that examines both historic and contemporary examples of product design.
DIPLOMA OF VISUAL ART (PRODUCT DESIGN) The Diploma course is the progression of Certificate IV, building on existing skills and knowledge and expanding the students’ understanding and use of the design process. Industry standard CAD software is introduced alongside more complex design briefs and project outcomes. Concepts relating to product usability, marketing and manufacturing methods are introduced into the course and materials technology is examined in greater depth.
- Since the industrial revolution, product design has influenced and improved the way we live our lives. -
Presentation skills are enhanced as students become more proficient with manual drawing and rendering techniques, complemented by an advanced understanding of Adobe software – including Illustrator and InDesign. The Diploma course provides students with the knowledge required to operate successfully within the design industry – how to effectively cost a project, present a folio to a client and other essential aspects of design business practice. The assigned projects are broader in scope and allow for greater design exploration, acquisition of practical skills and further development of individual style.
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Jack Flanagan Designer jackflanagan.com.au @j.flanagan
2012 GRADUATE
What didn’t TAFE prepare you for?
What is Perth design in need of most?
I can only speak from personal experience of a ‘designer maker’ experience. But the main thing to create a successful career would be to learn about the value to put on projects and how to make the industries that become your clients, see that value.
A general increase in the value of good design as well as government support and incentives to encourage WA designed and made products to be specified in projects. Which will benefit the design industry and the manufacturing industry.
– If you work hard enough for long enough you will make it to where you want to be. – Advice for TAFE’s current students in preparing for changing / evolving roles within the modern design industry? Always keep learning new skills, techniques and processes but also put value in people of other crafts and trades who have their own specific skillset that you can tap into. No one can be an expert in all areas.
In terms of finding your first job after graduating, what worked best for you? Creating a professional portfolio with professional quality projects inside. Speaking to as many people in the industry as possible that may have potential work or advice. And the most important thing is to not stop designing even if it’s just for yourself for practice.
– Jack Flanagan
Associate Degree of Design 3D Product Design 2018 @nmt_id_graduates_
Adrian Carusi 22/23
Clive Cullen 24/25
Simon Haeser 26/27
Liam Largue 28/29
Jack Mihic 30/31
James Nolan 32/33
Daniel Palman 34/35
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Matthew Bremmer 20/21
Matthew Bremmer matthewdbremmer@gmail.com @matthewbremmer
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– My path towards industrial design has evolved from a background in the arts - music and graphic design. I draw inspiration from cultural philosophies and techniques, bold architecture and mid century styling. My intention is to take a multi-disciplinary approach within my design practice, collaborating with traditional craftsmen to produce a body of work that is intuitive and possesses a unified narrative. –
– I may be seen as a small drop in a sea of creatives; a walking folio. My endeavour is to make a splash. I see me; now I need you to see me. Revolutionise is what I do, designer is who I am. –
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Adrian Carusi adrian_carusi@outlook.com @adriancarusi
Clive Cullen clive.chx@gmail.com @clivemonster
– From adventures in the French Alps to the new adventures of becoming a dad, I enjoy sharing my life experiences through my work. Sometimes my design ideas grow from looking or thinking about something in a new way, sometimes they are born simply from a beautiful pencil stroke on a page and that’s ok too. –
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– Combining many of my passions, design allows me to explore the dialogue and co-existence between product and person. I gain personal satisfaction from each step of the creative process and the challenge of turning concepts into beautifully manufactured pieces. My goal is to do justice to the materials and show the synergy between inspiration and function. I strive to create designs that are aesthetically pleasing whilst comfortable to use. –
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Simon Haeser simon.haeser@gmail.com @haesermade
– My eyes are always drawn to the curves that occur in nature. Curves within design give objects a light and playful aesthetic. I enjoy the sense of movement curves can bring to an object and use them frequently in my project work. I am very much focused on the details within my designs and strive to find the ideal shape and form during the design process. –
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Liam Largue liam_largue@hotmail.com @liam_largue
Jack Mihic mihicjack@gmail.com @jackmihic
– Art, design and craftsmanship have been the driving force throughout my student journey. My favourite tool, the pencil, is the conduit for my creativity, transferring my ideas into tangible designs. I’m yet to discover my own style, which is apparent in the diversity of my designs, however, I’m enjoying my journey as I explore the world of design and search for my creative self. –
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– Taking a raw concept through the creative process to arrive at a final product has become my passion. My designs are sleek and minimal, the result of an obsessive drive for quality, functionality and attention to detail. The most important aspect of the pieces I create is the hands-on involvement as the designer and craftsman throughout the entire process. –
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James Nolan jnnolan@hotmail.com @james_nolan_design
Daniel Palman idjp@iinet.net.au @dpdesignau
– The designs I produce reflect my passion for design and demonstrate my ability to work across a diverse range of styles and creative approaches. I get great enjoyment and satisfaction when I am able to take the ‘spark’ of an idea and transform it into a unique design. Inspired by the ‘Super Pit’ open cut mine, I created The Cloud lighting design - flowing paths of light suspended in the air. –
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Fashion
FASHION & TEXTILE DESIGN Design and creativity are at the heart of the Fashion & Textile Design course at North Metropolitan TAFE. Students are able to participate in a unique learning journey which combines creativity with the underpinning practical skills necessary for success in an exciting and challenging industry. The NMT fashion course is the only one in Western Australia that integrates both textile and garment design and students have the opportunity to learn from fashion industry practitioners, right in the middle of Perth’s vibrant city scape and cultural precinct. The NMT fashion design department is an exciting and creative space where students learn in simulated workplace design studios. Original design interpretations, lateral thinking and extensive research are encouraged and students learn an impressive skill set to prepare them for work in the real world that includes garment design and construction, pattern cutting, digital design, fashion illustration and textile design. The fashion department at NMT is part of a well established art and design school and staff encourage students to get involved with the NMT creative community. Fashion students are able to participate in collaborations across various learning areas such as product design, jewellery design, graphic design and visual art. At NMT partnerships with industry are essential and students participate in work placement programs which allow them to gain direct experience working in the industry. A career in fashion is rewarding, offering diverse employment opportunities such as designer, design assistant, pattern cutter, sample machinist, textile designer, fashion illustrator, fashion production assistant, digital designer and studio manager. Alternatively, many graduates choose to pursue internships with designers overseas, some embark on further study, some start their own fashion labels and others choose to work with designers either locally or nationally.
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Diana Paolucci Fashion Buyer Dilettante, Claremont
2003 GRADUATE
I am a retail store owner. An international fashion buyer and importer. That is my role in the fashion industry. Completing my Advanced Diploma at TAFE gave me a huge advantage in being able to meet and hear directly from people active in the fashion industry. The students and teachers I studied with are still part of my network that I utilise today. Studying with like minded people allowed me the opportunity to share and expand my knowledge of aesthetic and designers.
– When starting out, no opportunity is a waste of time. – One point I should add is that if you want to be a designer or run your own business, you should consider further education in business or working for a variety of small businesses first to gain a holistic understanding of the industry. When starting out, no opportunity is a waste of time.
– Diana Paolucci
Associate Degree of Design Fashion & Textile Design 2018 fb.com/nmtgraduates @nmtgraduates
Hannah Budge 48/49
Lisa Cudmore 50/51
Catalina Echeverri 52/53
Caleb Gimpel 54/55
Annabelle Russo 56/57
Anum Salahuddin 58/59
Lucy Swanson 60/61
Talise Young 62/63
Polina Zhidkova 64/65
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The Graduates 2018 Mia Alfaro, Plata Y Plomo (Silver or Lead)
Plata Y Plomo (Silver or Lead) – Mia’s collection is based on the 1983 American crime film Scarface, directed by Brian De Palma and written by Oliver Stone. The designer uses the reoccurring aspects of power and seduction as inspiration with a particular focus on Michelle Pfeiffer’s character, Elvira Hancock. Set in Miami, the film employs the use of bright colours that are often associated with Cuban Miami culture and places like little Havana. Through her work Mia explores ideas around elements of sex appeal and seduction. –
Mia Alfaro miaalfaro.wixsite.com/portfolio mia.alfaro@hotmail.com @p.r.e.n.d.a
Atomitat [at-uh-mih-tat] noun – Hannah’s collection is inspired by the 1960’s idea of the atomic habitat, which was the perfect place to live in style and comfort while citizens waited for an impending nuclear attack. It involved the creation of a complete home and garden built deep underground inside a concrete bunker. It included comforts such as a pool, two hot tubs, a guest house and putting green. There were murals on the walls depicting various landscapes, as well as plastic trees and flowers in the ‘outdoor’ area. There was also a radiation proof air filtration system, lead-lined doors, a dance floor, pink carpeted bathrooms and mood-lighting to mimic different times of the day. –
Hannah Budge hbudge.wixsite.com/portfolio hannah.budge90@gmail.com @_hannahannah_b
The Graduates 2018 Hannah Budge, Atomitat [at-uh-mih-tat] noun
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The Graduates 2018 Lisa Cudmore, Conqueror
Conqueror – This body of work explores the depiction of women in horror films and examines their progression from victim to heroine. Lisa finds inspiration in these strong women and their ability to conquer monsters. In particular, the way in which the women wear the skins of the monsters to show their triumph over defeating such dangerous foes. The designer uses garment shapes that are inspired by specific characters from horror films. –
Lisa Cudmore lacudmore.wixsite.com/portfolio lacudmore@hotmail.com @la_cudmore
Amazonas – This collection is a tribute to the natural beauty and culture of the designer’s homeland, Columbia. Through her work, she wants to share the value of preserving local Columbian artisan techniques. The designer communicates her love of Columbia’s natural environment by using the flora of the Amazon to inspire garment shapes and textile treatments through drawings, embroidery, ruffles, embellishments and print. –
Catalina Echeverri varelaec.wixsite.com/portfolio mariaca8565@gmail.com
The Graduates 2018 Catalina Echeverri, Amazonas
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The Graduates 2018 Caleb Gimpel, Event Horizon; Point of no return
Event Horizon; Point of no return – This collection follows the evolution of the space suit and takes inspiration from their obscure silhouettes. The designer also examines the history of space exploration, and focuses on the physics of black holes and our nearest galaxies. The designer is inspired by utilitarian work wear elements that are found in military and air force garments. He uses precise tailoring and cutting, with interesting detailing, combining hardware and stitch. –
Caleb Gimpel calebjaysx.wixsite.com/portfolio calebjaysx@hotmail.com
The Language of Flowers – The Language of Flowers, a dictionary published during the Victorian Era, explains the secret meaning of plants, flowers and herbs. Floriography became a secret language of flowers used by woman to communicate messages that they could not say aloud. The designer is inspired by the subtle and layered meanings found in this secret language and connects this to her interest in slow and sustainable fashion. In this body of work Annabelle endeavours to connect the consumer with the designer through an appreciation of artisan techniques and their stories of unique production. –
Annabelle Russo annabellerusso.wixsite.com/moonflower annabellerusso@icloud.com @annabelle_kayla
The Graduates 2018 Annabelle Russo, The Language of Flowers
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The Graduates 2018 Anum Salahuddin, Musafir (Traveller)
Musafir (Traveller) – This body of work is about the designer’s journey from Pakistan to her new home in Australia. Anum explores memories of her homeland, looking specifically at what it means to be Musafir, a traveller, someone that takes little with them except their memories. The designer has taken inspiration from ‘truck art’, which are brightly coloured painted trucks that depict scenes of nature and folk art from Pakistan. –
Anum Salahuddin anumah.wixsite.com/portfolio anumahmed91@icloud.com @aanumahmed
Lume – This collection explores the significance the sun, the rain and the wind and the effects that changes in the weather have on people and their surroundings. The organic lines and shapes created in the natural environment by these elements inspire the designer’s textile fabrications with a focus on textural and tactile surfaces. The weather plays a vital role in garment design and Lucy uses contemporary outerwear shapes to highlight the way fabrics and sensitive silhouettes can interact with the body. –
Lucy Swanson lucyswanson.wixsite.com/portfolio l_s_1998@yahoo.com.au @lucy.swanson
The Graduates 2018 Lucy Swanson, Lume
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The Graduates 2018 Talise Young, Stem of life
Stem of life – This collection celebrates Australian flora and the process of germination that starts with fire. Talise is inspired by the contrasts present in the natural environment; fragile, harsh delicate and un-predictable. The designer looks at the unique characteristics of the Australian natural environment such as the power of fire that is needed to start the germination process for plants such as the Australian Eucalyptus. –
Talise Young taliseyoung.wixsite.com/clearwater talise.young@hotmail.com @taliseyoung
Engulf – The exhaustion of natural resources, air pollution and deforestation are some of the biggest global threats for the planet. This collection explores solutions for fashion waste based on the proposal of a third industrial revolution and a movement towards a sharing economy. Sellers and buyers are replaced by providers and users, consumerism is upended by sustainability, and quality of life indicators become more important than GDP. The designer uses upcycled materials and fabrics in her work as well as sustainable approaches to garment design. –
Polina Zhidkova polina-alexandrovna.wixsite.com/portfolio polina.zhidkova@hotmail.com @polinasashadesigns
The Graduates 2018 Polina Zhidkova, Engulf
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Graphic Design
– Welcome to the fastest growing discipline in the creative industries: Graphic Design. –
Graphic Design is the art of visual communication and problem-solving using elements such as typography, layout, signage and illustration. Whenever you walk down aisles of packaging, browse through an awesome website, use your smartphone or admire a great sign, remember that a graphic designer played a part in that. The demand for User Experience (UX), web and motion graphics designers are the key drivers for the future of this industry. The designers of the future need to offer strategic design thinking for clients and complete project solutions. A designer can transition into roles such as: interaction designer, design strategist, sustainable designer, augmented reality designer and virtual interaction designer. We are training the designers of the future for what many leading international industry creatives are predicting to be a ‘creative economy’ that will be at the intersection of culture and technology. Our course outlines and units have been carefully crafted to focus heavily on the practical nature of design and replicate a real design workplace by using industry-standard Apple Mac computers and the Adobe Creative Suite, among others. Our educational outcomes have been refined by industry panels consisting of local Perth and national studios and agencies and are approved by members of the peak industry representative body, the Australian Graphic Design Association (AGDA).
CERTIFICATE IV IN GRAPHIC DESIGN The umbrella of Graphic Design covers many diverse career possibilities – Corporate and Branding, Packaging, User Experience, Web/Interface and Environmental signage design to name but a few. We like to refer to our Certificate IV as the ‘foundation’ course which aims to provide a broad understanding and experience of the graphic design discipline and is weighted approximately 50% digital and 50% traditional. We concentrate on solid software skills using industry-standard Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign in an environment that replicates a real industry setup. Our lecturers are hands-on and always present to help as the entire course engages in learning activities such as tutorials, design briefs and class discussions. Some units concentrate on an introduction to web and interface design, which are greatly expanded upon in the Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses, while other units cover conceptual and creative thinking skills.
Graphic Designers are communicators, we do this through images and words. Our industry demands a mastery of typography and in the Certificate IV we start this journey by having fun combining digital techniques with traditional letterpress to learn the basics. Our industry also demands drawing and sketching skills to convey concepts to clients and fellow designers and the Certificate IV drawing unit lays the foundation for further development in digital illustration in Diploma and beyond. Design is a process that combines elements such as layout, colour theory, harmony, contrast and balance into a workable solution whether it be a logo or an app interface and our concept development and ideation units have these foundation skills covered. The Certificate IV course certainly equips you with the skills needed to enter the Diploma of Graphic Design.
DIPLOMA OF GRAPHIC DESIGN At the diploma level you develop advanced software skills in Indesign and Illustrator and use them to design annual reports, corporate identities, packaging and other press-ready artwork. The Diploma also provides in-depth exposure to web design using WordPress, user interfaces, an introduction to game graphics using Unity and the UX Design (User Experience). You will also learn 3D modelling using Trimble Sketchup to assist in visualising packaging, signage and concept art and bring them to life with Octane renderer. We continue our explorations into concept development, creative thinking, online social media advertising and digital illustration using Corel Painter. We run several live briefs with external clients, mainly not-for-profit organisations, to replicate real client experiences. From this you will also learn about the business aspect of graphic design in the Freelance Cluster – client liaison, copyright/intellectual property, invoicing and networking.
ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF GRAPHIC DESIGN This is where it all comes together. The Advanced Diploma is regarded as being ‘industry-ready’ and the goal of this course is to develop a stunning portfolio which culminates in the end-of-year grad show. Our grad show is the highlight of the year and is attended by industry stakeholders, many of whom are alumni who are now leading the industry. The Advanced Diploma course splits into two streams – User Experience Design and Illustration. This means that although everyone does the common core units there is the opportunity to specialise in electives. Our industry consultation outlines the demand for illustrative design as well as a more User Experience/ User Interface approach. Take your pick and we will assist you to bring out the best. Once again at this level we integrate with live briefs with real clients. An example of the high standard of work our students produce is our involvement with the International Society of Typographic Designers (ISTD) where our students have won international awards and our participation in Award School. We also host the annual AGDA folio review where feedback is received from industry members in how to best structure your portfolio. In addition to this we conduct industry visits and host guest speakers who shed light on the latest trends in our industry. Make no mistake, this course is demanding, but the rewards are far greater. Many of our graduates who enrol into a Bachelors of Design and receive advanced standing at all Western Australia universities. After completing North Metro’s Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design you’ll be fully equipped with the skills needed for a role as a Graphic Designer.
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Russ Goodman Creative Director Reaktor, New York City
2008 GRADUATE
It has been a long time, so it’s difficult to know what TAFE didn’t prepare me for, plus I was too ignorant to pay attention to during my course.
Learning that this friction requires some empathy to do great work is key. I think I had a bit of a bratty attitude about clients and co-workers.
It might be because I really wanted to be a graphic designer in a studio, but I don’t know that I was aware of all of the different roles design can play in industries outside of offering design as a service, in a studio or agency setting. I wasn’t aware of the great work done by inhouse teams, publications, and the different roles available in different sectors. There are a lot of opportunities for designers to really shift the needle for a company and I didn’t pay attention to that if it was getting taught.
A somewhat simplistic division of skills are production design skills, the ‘what’ and ‘how’ you do it, and thinking and rationalising skills, the ‘why’ you should do it. In time a new designer should be developing skills on both sides of this simple dichotomy. Design is largely about inductive reasoning in complex situations. It’s OK to need to talk to people and ask the dumb questions, and acknowledge that you don’t have the answers. To act as if you are above this is to ignore
– Design is largely about inductive reasoning in complex situations. – There has been a lot of movement in understanding users, and human-centered design. I didn’t entirely grasp how design and mass production techniques delivered value to the businesses that we serviced. Being able to think like the client thinks about their business, and find ways to help them reach their goals and agree on the path to success. In fact, understanding that our clients provide goods or services, upkeep a brand, evolve their company etc. In my mid 20’s those things weren’t on my radar at all. I really didn't have a clue that creating and maintaining working culture is easily the most effective way to get great, rewarding work done. Especially for working with people I don’t have a natural chemistry with. Designers often have a bad attitude towards hierarchy: seniors, managers, clients and production partners.
the reality of the situation, which is to set yourself up for failure. Even the most experienced designers turn up with a learning mindset and have the humility to openly grow their understanding. New designers are probably really smart and enthusiastic and have learned a lot, and that’s going to be really impressive for your clients and employers. No need to think you have all the answers upfront; figuring that out properly can be done in billable hours. Also, don’t be an asshole. Just don’t. I’ve tried it out a few times. Even if you get away with it for the intended period you needed to, someone always notices, and it always comes back around. Plus, you get older and that shit lingers in your dreams.
– Russ Goodman
2018 Advanced Diploma Graphic Design Graduates maincoursegrads.com
Jorden Allen-Barr 78/79
Damian Almond 80/81
Adam Bubalo 82/83
Aldo Byanthia 84/85
Alexandria Davis 92/93
Lauren Dexter 94/95
Grace Diianni 96/97
Taliah Draman 98/99
Bagus Bramantya 106/107
Chantelle Jones 108/109
Ryan Jones 110/111
Yasmin Kamsani 112/113
Michael Crause 88/89
Zia Dadis 90/91
Emily Dunne 100/101
Oakley Fletcher 102/103
Ahmad Hasan 104/105
Tuyen Le 114/115
Ivy Lim 116/117
Mitchell McPhee 118/119
Hello, pleased to meet you.
Kate Byrne 86/87
Nathanuel Messina 120/121
Laura Moore 122/123
Ryozo Motomura 124/125
Anthony Musca 126/127
Tim Prouse 134/135
Isaac Redway 136/137
Andrew Reid 138/139
Thierre Rovero 140/141
Daniela Torquete 148/149
Samuel Wee 150/151
Erica Welsh 152/153
Imogen Wieske 154/155
Mtho Ndebele 128/129
Layni Nolan-Gray 130/131
Michael Overbeek 132/133
Arvin Seiler 142/143
Lauren Shields 144/145
Naomi Tong 146/147
Nancy Ye 156/157
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Damian Almond damian.almond23@gmail.com
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Adam Bubalo adam.bubalo@gmail.com @adambubalodesign 82 / 83
Aldo Byanthia aldogeybeltavares@gmail.com @byanthia.design
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Kate Byrne kater.o.byrne@gmail.com @spindlygreens 86 / 87
Michael Crause michaelcrause.myportfolio.com applecrause@hotmail.com @appleart.designs 88 / 89
Zia Dadis ziadadis.tumblr.com ziadadis@live.com @littledeersunshine
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Alexandria Davis alexandriadaviswork@yahoo.com @exploitingwickedart
Lauren Dexter laurenjessicadexterschool@gmail.com @missymoophotos 94 / 95
Grace Diianni gracediianni.design gracediianni@gmail.com @gracediianni 96 / 97
Taliah Draman taliah.draman@gmail.com @taliah.yd 98 / 99
Emily Dunne emily.louise.dunne@gmail.com @designed_by_emily 100 / 101
Oakley Fletcher ocpfletcher.com ocpfletcher@gmail.com @ocpfletcher 102 / 103
Ahmad Hasan ahmadhasanx.com ahmadhasan9006@gmail.com @ahmadhasanx 104 / 105
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Bagus Bramantya bagusbramantya199@gmail.com @bgs_bramantya
Chantelle Jones chanjonesshi@yahoo.com @shiroanne21
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Ryan Jones ryanjones67@hotmail.com @rhynodon97
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Tuyen Le lt21419808@hotmail.com @barophobia
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Ivy Lim flickr.com/myteamvy myteamvy@yahoo.com
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Laura Moore lmoore.artdesign@gmail.com @lauramoore.design 122 / 123
Ryozo Motomura r.motomura0602@gmail.com @ryozo_0602
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Anthony Musca anthonymusca.com anthony.l.musca@gmail.com @anthonymusca
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Layni Nolan-Gray lolayna8@gmail.com
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Michael Overbeek michaeloverbeek.com overbeek.michael@gmail.com @michael.overbeek
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Isaac Redway isaacredway@gmail.com
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Arvin Seiler arvinseiler@gmail.com @arvin_s_designs
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Lauren Shields lauren-shields.com laurenshields-design@outlook.com @laurenshieldsdesign 144 / 145
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Daniela Torquete danielatorquete.com danielatorquete@gmail.com @danielatorquete 148 / 149
Samuel Wee samuelweedesign.com samuel@samuelweedesign.com @samuelweedesign 150 / 151
Erica Welsh howlingbarn.com ewelsh@howlingbarn.com @howlingbarn 152 / 153
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Interior Design
DIPLOMA OF INTERIOR DESIGN AND DECORATION Interior designers and decorators need to be creative, imaginative and artistic. They also need to be disciplined, organised and skilled business people in order to be successful. The programs in Interior Design and Interior Decoration offer students an understanding of the nature of environmental space and spatial ambience, with an ability to manipulate the relationship of spaces, objects and products within the surrounding space. Students will develop the ability to approach a variety of design problems with creativity, a high level of competence and sensitivity to the requirements of the design brief. This two-year qualification provides the practical skills and knowledge to develop a range of decoration and design services and provide interior design advice. Design projects enable the development of spatial planning skills to design some residential, commercial and institutional interiors. Developing and responding to client briefs, specifying FF&E (furniture, finishes and equipment) colours, lighting, hard and soft materials, fixtures and furniture, as well as skills in design spatial planning. Hand drawing skills, Auto CAD applications and specifying are all required to document and illustrate design proposals and develop a design practice. Students will be working on simulated live projects with many different briefs from a wide range of industry disciplines. There are also opportunities to participate in industry visits and enter competitions that also engages with industry. From this students will be well prepared to enter into the workforce as a design consultant or continue to the Advanced Diploma to develop high level skills as interior designers.
ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF INTERIOR DESIGN This qualification provides the practical skills and knowledge for creative and technical solutions for built interior environments. Interior design includes planning and detailing complex residential, hospitality, retail, commercial and institutional design projects with an emphasis on space creation and spatial planning. Interior designers consider aesthetics, function, branding, manufacturing, marketability and construction of interior spaces, including materials and sustainable environments and special needs for the benefit of the user. The students will adapt global design trends and technical innovations, while developing contacts with interiors sources, products, and suppliers. This industry requires creativity and the ability to work to a client’s needs and guidelines. By the end of the course you will be able to work on design projects; consider aesthetics, functionality, understand client needs, space planning, construction, materials and finishes; complete designs for commercial/institutional interiors; create digital presentations; research and keep up with current design trends and develop sustainable designs.
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Outcomes include a career as an interior designer for interior design and architectural practices, and self-employed design consultants and employment opportunities are good in the commercial sector including interior decoration work in office-fit outs for large businesses. The Advanced Diploma of Interior Design is a great precursor to further study at University. Upon completion of this Advanced Diploma you will have the opportunity for further study through our University Pathways program. With a higher qualification you can improve earning potential and employment prospects.
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Kaila Cicchini Interior Designer Woods Bagot, Perth
2015 GRADUATE My advice to current students regarding the rapidly evolving demands of the design industry would be the following. Keep your software skills up to date and continuously develop those skills. If you don’t find yourself with a job after graduation, don’t let yourself get left behind, as you need to keep working on maintaining those skills to ensure you stay current. Always stay on top of global design trends, interesting design details, advances in materials – new product releases, ethics in design, sustainability integration and recycled materials. Keep ‘thinking outside the box’. I always found creating mini-projects for myself to complete was a great way to challenge myself and help me to stand out. One of the most important skills to maintain and develop is your ability to network and interact with other people. Make sure you are signed
I found my TAFE studies focused heavily on conceptual design submissions for both residential and commercial projects. The content was built around understanding and responding to the brief, conceptual ideas, often hand drawn and rendered for the project and then finally the design proposal. This includes working drawings, documentation, colour finishes and materials schedule, 3D models to support the story and then sell the idea to industry, Lecturers and our peers. This has helped me make a mark within the Woods Bagot team as my peers are aware of my strengths, namely, narrative writing, selecting finishes and dealing with clients, consultants and builders. One point I should add is that the design industry is so
– TAFE provided a solid foundation for my life in the industry. – up to all the local networking newsletters and design organisations. The unfortunate nature of the world we live in is that it’s as much about who you know as what you know. If you can build a small network you will be ahead of the rest. I am now in my third year working for Woods Bagot and my network and status has grown significantly within the interior design community. A lot of this is due to the incredible opportunities my job has created, from leading designs alongside my seniors, seeing projects from concept through to completion, dealing with consultants and clients daily on several large-scale projects around the Perth CBD and receiving both national and state awards on a few recent projects. None of this would have been possible if TAFE hadn’t taught me the hands-on industry skills for documentation, conceptual design and understanding how to break down the fundamentals of a client brief.
large and working for a global firm I have learned quite quickly that if you don’t have a voice and make yourself known, it is very easy to be over-looked and neglected. You really have to put yourself out there as no one even knows you exist if you don’t make contact. The trick is to be persistent and tenacious. You also must be passionate about design; this helped me through when I was receiving a lot of rejections for work experience. Over and above working hard and always putting my best work forward, I consistently sought out networking and work experience opportunities, which can be very difficult. Once you leave TAFE, you are accountable for yourself and can’t rely on the support of your lecturers anymore. In my experience, building my network with others in the industry, attending portfolio reviews and completing work experience helped my portfolio land in front of a senior designer at a global firm.
– Kaila Cicchini
2018 Advanced Diploma Interior Design Graduates @within_interiors_2018
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Martine Butler 170/171
Rafael Carino 172/173
Anna Claessens 174/175
Rachel Kemp 182/183
Zoe King 184/185
Isobel Kingsbury 186/187
Estelle Lefevre 188/189
Kee Yin Pang 196/197
Charlotte Rae–Bennett 198/199
Victoria Carvajal 200/201
Sebastian Salamone 202/203
Vanessa Walker 210/211
Amelia Wells 212/213
Johanna Whiteford 214/215
Shatika Woolman 216/217
Jessica Hope 178/179
Prema Iyassamy 180/181
Ebony Mariba 190/191
Sharna McDonough 192/193
Jacinta Nelson 194/195
Amanda Stauer 204/205
Asha Sullivan 206/207
Mischa Szpilewski 208/209
Alana Wright 218/219
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– Jennifer feels that every interior space has a purpose and a meaning and everything should be designed to accommodate the client needs and wants. Each project has been carried out with great passion and discipline to create a purposeful and focused design. –
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– Looking at everything from a creative perspective Martine strives to create interiors that challenge the norm, offering a once in a life time experience. Her design style reflects architectural influences with strategic use of shapes, form, line and texture techniques. –
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Martine Butler martine_butler@hotmail.com
– Rafael has faced the challenges of space planning by selecting the best materials and finishes to complete the design. He enjoys the diversity of design projects encountered during the course, which have raised his skills to a professional standard. –
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– Anna takes inspiration from distilling a brief down to its core elements and using that to conceptualise interiors that are functional, sophisticated and harmonious. She believes that spatial planning is the basis of good design and that textures and materials are the layers that give a sense of place. –
Anna Claessens anna.claessens@outlook.com
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– During Jordan’s studies she has loved creating unique styles and themes using her experience to help everyday people design beautiful functional homes. It is her passion to create spaces that are not only beautiful, but are designed for the client based on their individuality. –
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– Jessica is a strong believer that the spaces we live and work in have a profound impact on our daily lives and is motivated to create bespoke interiors that engage people and create conversation. –
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– Ambitious, meticulous and a great passion for design are the qualities and strengths that Prema believes she has to be a successful designer. From a very young age she started to re-design her own room which was challenging and interesting; seeing how small details could make big changes. Always having been fascinated by interior design and architecture, it was fulfilling for her to see how different colours, materials and lighting affected people’s mood and psychology. –
Prema Iyassamy prema.iyassamy@gmail.com
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– Looking past generalisations and finding unique qualities in each design is important to Rachel as she strives to create interiors that enhance the emotional connection between people and their surroundings. Rachel is also motivated to create designs that encourage an interactive experience and enable users to make discoveries about their environment. –
Rachel Kemp rachel.emma.kemp@gmail.com
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– Functionality and attention to detail are essential elements in Zoe’s work, as meticulous structure is key to creating an aesthetically pleasing space. When something works for someone, it makes her happy. She is confident that her realistic approach will mould her into a sought-after designer in the years to come. –
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– Isobel comes from a strong artistic background and has always had a knack for being creative. She always wanted to learn how interiors are constructed, how everything works on a deeper level than what is just seen on the surface. –
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Isobel Kingsbury isobel.kingsbury@outlook.com
– With the aspiration to place people’s experience at the core of her design philosophy, Estelle strives to deliver meaningful and engaging environments. By combining her creativity with her aptitude for lateral thinking, she dares to imagine spaces that are innovative, original and unexpected. –
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– Taking inspiration and truly understanding her natural surrounding environment, Ebony has the ability to apply her skills to a space in the most effective way, no matter how minimal or diverse it may be. –
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– Sharna is a designer who draws great satisfaction from the little things in a design; from the material choices to the carefully considered placement of an item in a design, it all has purpose and it all contributes a piece to the overall design puzzle. –
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– As an analytical person Jacinta likes to understand and comprehend every detail, constantly looking for different ways to improve a situation, process or design. She takes an interest in functionality, space planning, innovative materials, technical drawing and sustainability. –
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– Kee Yin’s Interest was aroused by modern contemporary design and inspired by the inner beauty of marble and this has driven her to achieve the goal of becoming a passionate interior designer excited about the next milestone throughout this wonderful design journey. ‘Make simplicity become a beautiful complexity.’ –
Kee Yin Pang yingying9696@gmail.com
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– Charlotte is a versatile designer who seeks to adapt and meet a range of different styles according to a brief. Her interest and appreciation for natural and sustainable materials is demonstrated through many of her projects. Charlotte seeks to provide creative design solutions while staying true to her values as a designer. –
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– Victoria Rodriguez Cravajal as an energetic young designer employs the use of dynamic bright colours to effectively optimise the space she works in while using trusted practical design techniques. –
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– Sebastian is inspired by all things around him, from the clouds in the sky to the vast oceans. Using anything seen to inspire him in the creative design process to create unique and innovative spaces that not only function well but are also asthetically pleasing is his goal. –
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– Amanda has an eye for detail that is present throughout her designs. Her European background and travels have enabled her to have an enhanced cultural sense from which she derives her design influences. These skills will help Amanda’s plans to enter the commercial Interior Design industry. –
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Amanda Stauffer stauffer.amanda87@gmail.com @amanda.stauffer
– Asha has a strong interest in the anthropometrics and ergonomics of interior spaces, providing the client with a functional interior. From conceptual design to technical drawing, Asha’s designs reflect sophistication and function. During her studies she has gained an adaptable style which can facilitate the diverse styles and requirements of the client. –
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– Mischa spent his childhood in Germany and loves functional, practical and aesthetic design. He always applies the newest innovations to his projects. His inspiration is influenced by everyday life, by nature, by people and by world events. The selection of materials and colours reflects his true passion for Interior Design. –
Mischa Szpilewski mischaszp@gmail.com
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– Vanessa takes design inspiration from her travels, both from nature and the diversity of architecture across the globe. Her creative passion derives from designs, across space and time that enhance the human experience. Vanessa’s design focus is on beautiful, unique materials that inspire and encourage discussion. –
Vanessa Walker vanessa.mary.walker@gmail.com
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– Good design is more than just creating something beautiful to Amelia, it‘s about evoking emotion and creating an experience, so that people form a connection the minute they walk into the space. She has developed a signature style that is engaging, innovative and carefully considered. –
Amelia Wells amelia.alexandra.wells@gmail.com
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– Throughout Johanna’s years at TAFE she has expanded her skillset and learned so much about Interior Design, producing work that is of a higher standard and that she is proud of. Johanna hopes that in the future she will be working for a company and producing amazing projects with them. –
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Johanna Whiteford whiteford123johanna@hotmail.com @jo_designs_
– Functional. Practical. Refined. These three words epitomise what Shatika strives for in the spaces she designs. Her studies have allowed her to develop an extensive knowledge of Interior Design and put her innovative ideas into practice. –
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– Alana has a deep appreciation for the elements of design. Her creative mind sees possibilities that others do not see. Her artistic talents help her to bring her visualisations to life for others to share. The overall effect is an interior with uniqueness, personality, functionality, sustainability and approachability. –
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Jewellery Design
Experience creativity through a hands-on approach by studying jewellery and object design. Learn to explore concepts and develop your own individual ideas and bring them to life. Create designs through practical jewellery fabrication skills, accompanied with complementary skills in digital design, drawing and professional presentation.
CERTIFICATE IV DESIGN (JEWELLERY STUDIO) The Certificate IV in Design (Jewellery Studio) will provide you with the core skills and knowledge you’ll need in jewellery design and fabrication. This course is taught in extensive purpose-built facilities and specialised studios at North Metropolitan TAFE’s Northbridge Campus, offering the most in-depth and contemporary studio-based experience in the state.
DIPLOMA OF VISUAL ART (JEWELLERY DESIGN) The Diploma of Visual Arts (Jewellery Design) will enhance your existing design and fabrication skills. Taught in TAFE’s jewellery-specific workshops in the creative and cultural heart of the city, you will benefit from their proximity to the Art Gallery of WA, PICA and other small galleries. There is a concentration on computer aided design and digital techniques as well as studio time and bench skills to further develop your design practice. On completion you will be well equipped to undertake further studies, or you could also find work as a high end Jewellery Designer both locally and overseas, or set up your own design studio.
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Julie Holmes Jewellery Designer & Maker Perth Western Australia
2014 GRADUATE
My journey as a designer and maker has been a long one and started before I attended North Metropolitan TAFE. I had been attending many different creative classes wanting to learn as much as I could about different art and craft forms. I spent most of the time in various ceramic classes which I loved but wanted to understand more about art and design practice. Enrolling into Jewellery Design at TAFE brought together the design principles that I needed to be able to move forward to creating my creative life!
Over the last twelve months I have been working on my business fulltime. It is forever evolving and changing. I think that is the nature of working in a creative industry. My biggest lesson has been the benefit of collaboration. Coming together with your peers and opening yourself up to possibilities that can be shared with others around you is a huge benefit to who you are as a designer and maker. It has been where I have gained the most growth within my practice and myself as a designer.
Naively I thought it would be a lot easier than it has been but at the same time it has always been extremely rewarding.
Recently I have started to move away from Jewellery design into creating various objects for interiors. What I have learnt is that the foundation I was given at TAFE
– TAFE brought together the design principles that I needed to be able to move forward! – Straight after graduating in 2014, my graduate collection was taken by a major contemporary jewellery gallery in Melbourne. This was a huge boost for my ego. My first reaction was that this would be the launch of my career that would propel me out into the world of design and making, and all of my creative desires would start to be fulfilled. The reality however was very different. My goal to be a fulltime designer/maker was slipping away pretty quickly as life responsibilities had started to get in the way and I had put aside the skills that I had been taught. I had forgotten that the process of design was the foundation for not only creating a beautiful piece of jewellery or object, but also the process for how I should approach working and creating a viable business out of what I had chosen to do.
by all the lecturers I was lucky to have whilst there and the support I still receive from them has set me up for the creative future that I had imagined many years before. I feel I have a strong skill set and knowledge that will take me through to the rest of my career. This is the second career in my life and one that gives me the most joy. I believe in the importance of what we are doing as creatives in society in whatever form it takes. We are contributing to the story of who we are as West Australians and the importance of art and design in human life. Without it our communities are unable to grow. We create beauty, life, conversation, memories, stories, critical thinking and culture. This is important and should always be celebrated, taught, loved and fiercely defended.
– Julie Holmes
2017 GRADUATE
All of us enrolled in TAFE for different reasons, each with different expectations of the course, but whatever those reasons were, it seemed we had all felt the pull to jewellery and wanted to see where it could take us. Happily, we found ourselves surrounded by others who felt the same way, and spoke the same ‘language’. It sparked a sense of freedom, creatively speaking, which evolved into an environment that fostered the sharing of ideas, as well as mutual support and motivation. By the end, we had found a place where we belonged, even as our time at TAFE was finishing, we knew we had become committed to this jewellery world.
jewellery world really is. It is a craft that crosses the borders of fashion, sculpture, fine arts, public art, even technology and engineering. The delight and attraction of it all was that it felt like we could take any path we wanted, and it could essentially be tailor made to suit us and our own passions. Studying at TAFE was a perfect time for us to really discover those passions, and while our practices are still evolving, we definitely had the opporunity to cultivate our individual styles that have since been the basis for our ongoing work. Within our class it was clear we were all different and yet
– Whatever you want to achieve, be proactive and be present. – We were fortunate enough to be in an environment with access to mentors and facilities that allowed us to explore almost any idea, design or process we could think of. However, what we had to realise and accept was that we were never going to learn absolutely everything in these three years, no course could give us that. The most important thing was to focus our energies on a few select areas while keeping our ears and eyes open for tips, contacts and resources that could help us build our skills beyond class time. This practical way of thinking helped reduce the stress somewhat, and allowed us to make the most of what we were doing. Our lecturers shared their professional experiences and insider advice regarding funding applications, competition entries, public art proposals, exhibitions and installations, and also advertising and selfpromotion. It was quite an eye-opener when we learned just how broad and interesting the
we complemented each other perfectly. We had established a mini melting pot of creativity, being able to bounce ideas around and help each other grow. A lot of art practices can be a solitary, even lonely, pursuit, and even more so since leaving TAFE have we really understood the importance of that creative network for keeping the brain active and ideas fresh. It was this sense of community that emerged as a main inspiration for starting up the Wayward Jewellers Society. The five of us provide each other with inspiration, reassurance and confidence at a time that can be quite difficult for emerging artists as they start to get their careers off the ground. While we have worked hard to get where we are, our TAFE lecturers were instrumental in helping set up the Wayward Jewellers, and it just reinforced the importance of having a decent support system around you.
– Wayward Jewellers Society
L-R: Susannah Kings-Lynne, Devan Job, Anna Pesti, Claire Greyson & Molly Tylor Jewellery Designers & Makers, Fremantle Western Australia
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Visual Arts
Studying art at North Metropolitan TAFE is the best thing you can do for your future career as an artist. Throughout your studies, you will be exposed to stateof-the-art facilities and an inspiring environment, right in the heart of Perth’s Cultural Centre in Northbridge. You will benefit from strong, long lasting partnerships with prominent art bodies within the artistic community, and learn from lecturers who are practicing artists in Western Australia. Our courses provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to enter the world of the visual arts and crafts, giving you a solid foundation for a career in this industry. You will also have the opportunity to continue your studies at one of Western Australia’s leading universities.
CERTIFICATE III IN VISUAL ARTS Through this course you’ll learn how to create two and three dimensional forms in a variety of visual arts areas. This course will help you visualise, develop and present ideas and images. Our visual art and craft qualifications provide you with skills that are relevant to current industry trends and practices. You’ll develop skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics and design. By the end of the course you will be able to design and produce paintings, sculptures, ceramics, textiles, printmaking and electronic art; experiment with materials and techniques; develop knowledge of art history and theory and understand current art issues.
CERTIFICATE IV IN VISUAL ARTS This course will give you an immersive visual arts experience, where you’ll be able to explore a variety of mediums including painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking and digital art. Plus you’ll gain skills in contextual studies.
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DIPLOMA OF VISUAL ARTS Take your art to a high level. This course will develop your skills and knowledge in selected areas of visual art and craft, with options to focus on areas such as painting, print media, ceramics, sculpture and digital media and refine these skills in studio classes designed to bring your ideas to reality. This Diploma will enable you to take on complicated art projects with a developed skillset and knowledge of various materials and mediums.
ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF VISUAL ARTS The Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts will prepare you for professional practice as a contemporary artist. You will explore, practice and demonstrate what it is to be a visual arts practitioner and gain a variety of skills and knowledge to be self-sufficient upon graduation. As a visual artist you may work in your own practice, or in a wide range of contexts across the arts, government or commercial organisations; bringing a visual arts perspective to areas such as business, community services, science and education.
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Eric C Visual Artist Comfort of Legacy, 2017
2017 GRADUATE
If you’re going straight into the industry, remember your value. Volunteering is a great place to start. Make sure you balance what is genuinely worth volunteering for and when you should be paid for your time.
In between graduating TAFE and starting Uni, I had the pleasure of participating in a group exhibition at Smart Casual Gallery in Fremantle. I continued to be part of seven exhibitions over the year, one of which was my first solo. Although it was a lot of work with the Uni load, I am so glad I did them. I learnt more about galleries and installing art through practical experience than by studying it at Uni.
This tiny town makes it very possible to network with people of influence. It is the same in every other facet of life; it’s who you know, not what you know. We are lucky to have ARIs such as Paper Mountain and one of the newest ones Cool Change Contemporary, who are run by intelligent, supportive and invested people
As a TAFE graduate, you are well and truly ready to practice art without a Bachelor degree; however
– As a TAFE graduate, you are well and truly ready to practice art. – having that extra qualification is helpful for traditional job seeking or if you want to work in other parts of the industry that takes Bachelor Degrees as a minimum for its employees. While Uni does have a heavy work load, I would encourage you to apply for any opportunities including exhibitions and residencies to do alongside your studies, if you can manage it. Study environments can only offer you so much. In my experience of study and even work life you learn way more on the job and in outside experience of any industry, including this funny old art industry.
who put emerging artists first, as the people who run it are emerging artists themselves. Also collaborate with people. We all share a mutual interest of art and making in this isolated town, so get to know people by sharing this love of making! Remember the reason why you chose to study art. Remember that love and appreciation you have for making and critical thinking of objects. Even when we have to do soul destroying jobs to support ourselves, make time for this.
– Eric C
Associate Degree of Visual Art Not Central Exhibition 2018 @nmt_artgrads2018
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William Kitely 242/243
Sathya Robinson 244/245
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I’m Not. 2018 Gaffer tape on black paper. 210mm x 297mm
– My work explores notions of identity and representation through the appropriation and re-contextualising of imagery from online and analogue sources. I utilise metaphor and tension, eliciting affective responses and blurring the boundaries between binaries such as public and private. In doing so, I aim to interrogate and undermine societal ideas that are often uncritically accepted or ingrained. –
Felice Anderson felice.anderson@hotmail.com vimeo.com/feliceanderson @felicesparkle
– Curiosity and wonderment, contentment and vulnerability are childhood experiences that inform my exploration of various materials and processes. In my work I seek to invite the viewer to relive some of their own early experiences and memories, and to re-establish the sense of innocence and wonder that is often replaced by the responsibility of adulthood. –
Chloe Henderson chloegeorgiahenderson@gmail.com @chloehenderson_art
Embrace. 2018 Paper, fabric, embroidery thread. 100cm x 75cm
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– In my body of work ‘cognitive dissonance’ I am exploring notions of masculinity in contemporary Australian culture, focusing on the romanticised ideals of masculine bravado. Through my own set of visual codes I investigate how these ideals are instilled and perpetuated on a subconscious level and the affect this has on defining self. –
William Kitely wkitely22@gmail.com vimeo.com/williamkitely @williampjkitely
– Sugar has gone through a process of manipulation. By changing state and appearance, the work addresses the perception and affect of the everyday food. Simultaneously my objects are beautiful and abject, irritating our visual tastebuds: We know that sugar has ill effects on our bodies, we are attracted to it. Just like the sweet sensation on the tip of my tongue my work is ephemeral. –
Sathya Robinson satya.robinson@yahoo.com.au @the_giggly_campfire
What comes out 2. 2018 Burnt brown sugar hand molded. 178mm x 170mm x 95mm
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2018 Art & Design Staff Executive Director Dr. Norman Baker Director Cheryl Bridge
Principal Lecturer Pat Burke Head of Programs Renée Burns Kyriacos Tombouloglou Christof Schnell
Lecturing Staff Robin Alexander Brian Allardyce Victoria Ames Martyn Andrews Drew Armstrong Kristie Barnett Jeremy Blank Fatemeh Boroujeni Hafshejani Monique Bosshard-Curby Mark Bryce Ashley Buckle Jude Bunn Renée Burns Bradley Burrows Alida Cappelletta Simon Cheung Garth Cook Shelley Cowper Leanne Crawshaw Mark Datodi Michael Doyle Sharyn Egan Timothy Ewers Juanita Ewing Samuel Farmer Kurt Fischer John Fitzsimmons Susan Flavell Julie Fowell
Caterina Franz Tracy Graffin Gareth Grasso Lawrence Grosvenor Susan Hamilton Brendan Hibbert Raymond Johan Rhett Jones Con Kalamaras Peter Keep Mary Kelly Bernhard Kerr Peter Kitely Anna Kotai Bela Kotai Aaron Leahy Peter McCormack Darren Mok Anja Muecke John Munn Vivienne Munn Sheriff Neil Dallas Perry Perdita Phillips Lazar Radonovich John Ricardo Gail Russel Melinda Sandosham Eric Schneider
Christof Schnell Jason Scroop Deon Shafer Gary Sims Kyriacos Tombouloglou Ian Warne Gera Woltjer Leigh Wood Jurek Wybraniec Alister Yiap Ingrid Zurzolo Support Staff Njalikwa Chongwe Stuart Clipston Matt Dickmann Paul Hutchins Paul Langridge Adam Lansdown Charlie Nightingale Luke Meakins Dean Turner Gallery Staff Predrag Delibasich Judith Hugo Thelma John
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Art and Design Staff wish to thank the following for their support: Adobe® Australia, Artistic Visions, Artists at Play, Austage Events, Bernina/ Kennedy’s, Bunker Bay Wines, By Word of Mouth, Chadwick Models, Dilettante, Garbage TV, Jennifer Gaye, Periscope, Potter Textiles, Zhivago, Zomp. NMT Hospitality Students and Staff NMT Event Students and Staff
We are grateful to the following individuals for their kind permission to use their images: Alumni Page 14. Jack Flanagan. Photograph, Simon Cheung Page 162. Kaila Cicchini. Photograph, Eugene Leong Page 224. Julie Holmes. Photograph, Rae Fallon Page 226. Wayward Jewellers Society at Artsource Old Customs House, 2017. Photograph, Sue-Lyn Moyle Page 232. Eric C. Photograph, Gary Parris Mark Bryce Cover. MARKS Thumbprint / Topographic contour lines. Illustration, Freepik.com Page 5. Mark Bryce Floral Shirt. Illustration, Elliott Wilson Page 6. Mark Bryce Image @ ‘You’re Just My Type‘ exhibition. Photograph, Brendan Hibbert Page 252. Mark Bryce Class 1999. Illustration, Jean Camden
3D Product Design Page 13. Glasses Image. Photograph, Eric Schneider Page 13. Sneakers Image. Photograph, Simon Cheung Fashion Page 46-65. Adhel Acuil, Tegan Desmond & Ayomide Afolabi @ Chadwick Models Hair By Artistic Visions Make Up By Artists At Play Photography, Darren Mok Jewellery Design Page 223. Reveal Exhibition. Photograph, Alister Yiap Page 222. Moulding Image. Photograph, Alister Yiap Page 223. Lathe Machine. Photograph, Alister Yiap Page 223. Casting Image. Photograph, Alister Yiap Visual Art Page 230 - 231. Course Images. Photograph, Dallas Perry Page 231. Drawing Studio Photograph, Gary Parris
Headshot Photography Page 18. Robert Duncan with Diploma Photography students Page 45. Darren Mok Page 74-77. Lawrence Grosvenor† Page 74-77. Samuel Wee† Page 166. Shaireen Vantuil Page 236. Robert Duncan with Diploma Photography students † Special thanks to Dean Turner. Student Work Photography Page 20. Eternal Knot, Triball. Photograph, Matthew Bremmer Page 21. Stairwell Painting. Photograph, Matthew Bremmer Page 22. Peering Light. Photograph, Dean Turner Page 23. Leaning Clock. Photograph, Robert Duncan with Diploma Photography students Page 24-25. Clive Cullen Objects. Photography, Robert Duncan with Diploma Photography students Page 26. Oceania Sofa. Photograph, Paule Scantlebury Page 27-35. Remaining 3D Images. Photography, Robert Duncan with Diploma Photography students
MARKS Lead Graphic Designer Daniela Torquete
MARKS Graphic Designer Lawrence Grosvenor
A graduating Advanced Diploma student of Graphic Design, Daniela was awarded the honour of ‘Lead Graphic Designer’ for the 2018 Art & Design catalogue. This book has been meticulously poured over for hours on end through love and dedication to the craft of graphic design. Daniela’s control over layout, colour and typography is world class.
“Lawrence is there to help. Tap into his design nerd goodness. Most people are 70% water, he is 75% pure design. Pick his brain. Lawrence is also a type nerd. Legend has it that as a toddler, the first time he cried was when he saw Comic Sans.” Mark Bryce.
Typography Avenir typeface designed by Adrian Frutiger: Avenir Roman, Avenir Roman, Avenir Oblique & Avenir NEXT Demi Bold. Hurme typeface designed by Toni Hurme: Hurme Geometric Sans 3, Regular, Bold & Black. www.hurmedesign.com
Project Management Cheryl Bridge Lawrence Grosvenor Christof Schnell Art Direction Lawrence Grosvenor Graphic Design Lawrence Grosvenor Daniela Torquete Cover Concept Daniela Torquete Production Assistants Brian Allardyce Simon Cheung Darren Mok Michael Overbeek Christof Schnell Samuel Wee Catalogue Support Simon Cheung Leanne Crawshaw Anna Kotai Viv Munn Dallas Perry Eric Schneider Copyediting Sue Dale Helen Leithead Printing Scott Print
North Metropolitan TAFE 2018 This catalogue is compiled by the Art & Design staff and students. The work of the artists, designers and photographers is protected by copyright. Anyone wishing to use any part of this work requires the written permission of the copyright owner. Copyright Š The Artists, Designers and Photographers 2018 Š North Metropolitan TAFE 2018 This publication is copyright to North Metropolitan TAFE apart from fair dealing for the purpose of private study, research, criticism or review, as permitted under the Copyright Act 1968. No part may be reproduced without written permission. While every precaution has been taken to supply complete and accurate information, North Metropolitan TAFE assumes no responsibility for any liability, loss or damage caused directly or indirectly by the instructions in or accompanying this publication. North Metropolitan TAFE Art & Design Building 4/ 5/ 6 Locked Bag 6, Northbridge WA 6865 1300 300 822 enquiry@nmtafe.wa.edu.au www.northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au
Two things to keep in mind: 1. This is a unique opportunity to meet people and you never know who you are talking to. Grab people near your plinth, introduce yourself and ask them (drag them) over and show them through your work. 2. Serious punters will come back tomorrow and in the following days, so aim to be on deck every day in the exhibition space. As amusing as it is to down a dozen shooters and wake up tomorrow wearing someone else’s pants, try looking after yourself instead so that you can be on deck tomorrow.
I’ll be thinking of you all. Mark