This morning we have had our first group tutorial, which was a great chance to talk to the rest of the group about the units that they have decided to research and the ways in which they work.
Over the past week I have found it quite difficult to get my ideas down on paper, therefore began by looking at the french-knotting technique, trying to replicate sound waves/ visualisers through hand stitch and embellishment. The colours that I have chosen to use I feel some up the layers in the music. I tried to use each of the colours to show the layers, then incorporating sequin embellishments as that is my preferred style.
The overall feedback was positive, even with the lack of starting materials. I am going to spend this week looking at the drawing side of my work, also experimenting with colours and trying to work out a specific colour scheme for this project. I have also been advised to start looking at material choices, as well as the materials that are being used on the surface.
Fiona has advised us all to book onto some of the industrial sewing machines, in particular for me, the Cornelly machine- as it produces the most beautiful, intricate designs- which look very familiar to hand embellishments (without taking so long!).