AMBITION

This Final Project will be a test of my abilities, a focus on my application of skills and independent research and highlight my strengths and efforts.

For me individually, I am looking to achieve an outcome of which I have put all my hard work and skills into which not only stimulates my visions but also stimulates others.

I hope to interest many in employment and I hope it helps me express myself as an individual.

Research

Brainstorming/mind mapping my way to a selected theme to pursue further into a final concept idea...

Focused Mind Map into Chosen Final Theme

CUBISM

REFERENCING

JazJaz, (2013). A Cubist Take on The Man of Steel-JazJaz. [online] Available at: http://www.jazjaz.net/2013/06/a-cubist-take-on-the-man-of-steel.html [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

My Modern Met, (2012). Futuristic Picasso-Inspired Cubism Portraits. [online] Available at: http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/futuristic-picasso-inspired-cubism-portraits [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Quoteinsta.com, (2015). Oil Pastel Cubism Art Quotes. [online] Available at: http://www.quoteinsta.com/oil-pastel-cubism-art/ [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Into-the-fashion.com, (2012). CUBISM MADNESS - Into the fashion. [online] Available at: http://into-the-fashion.com/14161/cubism-madness/ [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Picasso, Pablo. 'Pablo Picasso - Paintings,Biography,Quotes Of Pablo Picasso'. Pablopicasso.org. N.p., 2015. Web. 23 Apr. 2015.

Biblioklept, (2012). Reading (1932) -- Pablo Picasso. [online] Available at: http://biblioklept.org/2012/06/14/reading-1932-pablo-picasso/ [Accessed 23 Apr. 2015].

JazJaz, (2013). A Cubist Take on The Man of Steel-JazJaz. [online] Available at: http://www.jazjaz.net/2013/06/a-cubist-take-on-the-man-of-steel.html [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

My Modern Met, (2012). Futuristic Picasso-Inspired Cubism Portraits. [online] Available at: http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/futuristic-picasso-inspired-cubism-portraits [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Fine Art America, (2015). Cubist Building by Ginger Harris. [online] Available at: http://fineartamerica.com/featured/cubist-building-ginger-harris.html [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Marcel, J. (2015). Playground-Inspired Architecture: Salzburg's Lanserhofwiese is Colorfully Playful. [online] TrendHunter.com. Available at: http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architecture-salzburg-lanserhofwiese [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Bchydro.com, (2014). Pharmaceutical Sciences Building lauded for its looks, efficiency. [online] Available at: https://www.bchydro.com/news/conservation/2014/ubc-pharmaceutical-sciences-building.html [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Pinterest.com, (2015). [online] Available at: https://www.pinterest.com/crandrsn3/distortion/ [Accessed 23 Apr. 2015].

PABLO PICASSO -ARTIST

Pablo Picasso today is known to be one of the most important figures, if not the most important figure, of 20th century; in terms of art/art movements.

The Spanish born artist become one of the most recognised modern art artist, with the most distinct style and eye for artistic creation. Pablo Picasso was the introduction of cubism, and modern approach to painting, which was part of the movements to follow in to the 20th century. His art was seen to be ‘ahead of his time’; even with its volume of impact that still occurs today.

On a more personal level as an artist myself, I feel he is the basis of this worldwide art movement and he is the foundations to what cubism is and will be for my lifetime.

He has impacted my way of thinking, changing how I think and looking at the other perspective of what is more abstract art.

Referencing:

Picasso, Pablo. 'Pablo Picasso - Paintings,Biography,Quotes Of Pablo Picasso'. Pablopicasso.org. N.p., 2015. Web. 23 Apr. 2015.

Biblioklept, (2012). Reading (1932) -- Pablo Picasso. [online] Available at: http://biblioklept.org/2012/06/14/reading-1932-pablo-picasso/ [Accessed 23 Apr. 2015].

JazJaz, (2013). A Cubist Take on The Man of Steel-JazJaz. [online] Available at: http://www.jazjaz.net/2013/06/a-cubist-take-on-the-man-of-steel.html [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

My Modern Met, (2012). Futuristic Picasso-Inspired Cubism Portraits. [online] Available at: http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/futuristic-picasso-inspired-cubism-portraits [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

CUBISM FASHION - Artist Interpretations

Wynn Zyou
Upcoming Fashion Designer from Japan. Studied Fashion/Design.

Cubism Cardboard fashion inspired by ‘CUBISM’; Photographer: Kelly Jill (www.kellyjill.com)

Videography: Sue Yassine, Hair Stylist: Eros Liu, Make up: Tommy Chiang, Models: Liz bell, Designer: Wynn Zhou 

Fred Butler

Has growing reputation as a props stylist/accessories designer with her own company; ’Fred Butler Style’. She collaborates with art directors, stylists and photographers to create imaginative one-off pieces for fashion stories in which she designs to enhance the aesthetic of her fashion shoots. Her work is characterised by the attachment she has to everyday objects; creating a kitsch yet elegant aesthetic.

Max Azria

BCBG designer range by Max was a winter collection which consists of loose clothing with sharp shapes and geometrical cuts and angles. This symbolises the effect of cubism concepts with a conversion of shades and colours. Max himself is a Tunisian fashion designer who was founded for his contempory approach to women’s clothing brand BCBG Max Azria. Azria being the chairman and CEO of the BCBG Max Azria Group; a global fashion house.

Referencing:

Artyfactory.com, (2015). Cubism - the first abstract style of modern art. [online] Available at: http://www.artyfactory.com/art_appreciation/art_movements/cubism.htm [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Into-the-fashion.com, (2012). CUBISM MADNESS - Into the fashion. [online] Available at: http://into-the-fashion.com/14161/cubism-madness/ [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Uk.pinterest.com, (2015). [online] Available at: https://uk.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=cubist%20fashion [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Arts.brighton.ac.uk, (2015). Fred Butler | Alumni and associates: fashion and textiles | Arts and Humanities. [online] Available at: http://arts.brighton.ac.uk/faculty-of-arts-brighton/alumni-and-associates/associates-and-alumni/fashion-and-textiles/fred-butler [Accessed 26 Apr. 2015].

Bcbg.com, (2015). Women’s Dresses, Gowns and Designer Clothing - Shop Online | BCBG.com. [online] Available at: http://www.bcbg.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-BCBG-Site/en_GB/Default-Start [Accessed 26 Apr. 2015].

CUBISM FASHION 2 - Artist Interpretations

Dames di Cartone – “Cardboard Women” by Christian Tagliavini

Swiss-Italian; Artist and Photographer. ‘Dames di Cartone’ consists of two dimensionally outfitted portraits that emulate Cubistic, 17th century and Fifties fashions. It uses corrugated, cut and coloured cardboard and plywood, the craftsmanship applied to live models makes for an interesting series; relates it to visions within the themes of Cubism.

Singapore Designer-  Andrew Gn pays homage to ‘Cubist art’

Designer; Artistic Director of the House of Balmain's ready-to-wear and accessories collections. Andrew’s take in his Spring/Summer 2014 collection pays homage to extraordinary modern designers and artists such as Gio Ponti, Carlo Mollino, Fernand Léger, Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso and Peter Doig.

Referencing:

Pinterest.com,. N.p., 2015. Web. 23 Apr. 2015. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Ifitshipitshere.com,. N.p., 2015. Web. 23 Apr. 2015. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Blendspace, (2015). Cubism. [online] Available at: https://www.blendspace.com/lessons/jWN8UeT7vNGNOQ/cubism [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Pinterest.com, (2015). [online] Available at: https://www.pinterest.com/explore/cubism-fashion/ [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Thebestfashionblog.com, (2014). Andrew Gn Spring-Summer 2014. [online] Available at: http://thebestfashionblog.com/womens-fashion/andrew-gn-spring-summer-2014 [Accessed 23 Apr. 2015].

The FMD - FashionModelDirectory.com, (2015). Andrew Gn - Fashion Designer | Designers | The FMD. [online] Available at: http://www.fashionmodeldirectory.com/designers/andrew-gn/ [Accessed 26 Apr. 2015].

Christiantagliavini.com, (2015). SHORT BIO. [online] Available at: http://www.christiantagliavini.com/aboutme.php [Accessed 26 Apr. 2015].

CUBISM INSPIRED MAKE-UP- Artists Interpretations

ALEX BOX

“This one work made ​​on human skin, taking Cubism as its theme, an early-20th-century avant-garde art movement pioneered by Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque. Geometric lines clearly revealed through colour contrast which is dominated by red and white, with purple as an accent. Also can be seen a bit of glitter effect, bringing a dramatic and futuristic look. What makes this work more special, is a touch of Alex, which really makes it look like a painting, could outwit anyone who saw it for the first time.” 

quoted by Designer.

SARAH E BALDWIN

Upcoming Pro make-up artist in the Industry; working on ideas and designs.

Cubism Inspire Make-up Design

LAUREN EATON

“I was inspired by cubism in fine art painting when developing this make-up. I applied acrylic paint mixed with water through an airbrush to ensure the details were fine and flawless”

NATASHA DENONA

Natasha Denona is an internationally renowned make-up artist and trendsetter. 

 In 2002 she established the 'Natasha Denona Makeup Academy' in Tel Aviv, where she teaches her ground-breaking concepts and methods to the next generation of pro make-up artists.

Referencing:

Facebook, (2015). Lauren Eaton Make-Up Artist. [online] Available at: https://www.facebook.com/LaurenEatonMua [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Behance.net, (2015). Behance. [online] Available at: https://www.behance.net/gallery/727571/Cubism [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Profile, V. (2013). VOTRE ART: Cubism - Make-up Art by Alex Box. [online] Votreart.blogspot.co.uk. Available at: http://votreart.blogspot.co.uk/2013/05/cubism-make-up-art-by-alex-box.html [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Uk.pinterest.com, (2015). [online] Available at: https://uk.pinterest.com/katnisswu/make-up/ [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Facebook, (2015). Lauren Eaton Make-Up Artist. [online] Available at: https://www.facebook.com/LaurenEatonMua [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Lonibaur.com, (2015). Loni Baur MakeUp. [online] Available at: http://www.lonibaur.com/vita [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Uk.pinterest.com, (2015). [online] Available at: https://uk.pinterest.com/katnisswu/make-up/ [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

NatashaDenona (2015). [online] Available at: https://www.natashadenona.com/ [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Natashadenona.com, (2015). NATASHA DENONA - Natasha Denona. [online] Available at: http://www.natashadenona.com/en/natasha-denona [Accessed 26 Apr. 2015].

INSTAGRAMS

@NatashaDenona – Creative Makeup Artist, Owner of Fashion Makeup and Beauty Art School.

CUBISM INSPIRED BODYPAINTING - Artist Interpretations

LONI BOUR

Beauty, art and fashion – Makeup Artist

Known well for taking part in the runway shows in Paris and New York for designers such as Gaultier and Balanciaga.

VALERYIA KUTSAN/ALEXANDER KHOKHLOV

Russian-Born Make-up Artist/Body Artist exploring the works of 2D and 3D on the body.

Referencing:

Lonibaur.com, (2015). Loni Baur MakeUp. [online] Available at: http://www.lonibaur.com/vita [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Aliexpress.com, (2015). Online Get Cheap Cubism Painting -Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group. [online] Available at: http://www.aliexpress.com/cheap/cheap-cubism-painting.html [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Artyfactory.com, (2015). Cubism - the first abstract style of modern art. [online] Available at: http://www.artyfactory.com/art_appreciation/art_movements/cubism.htm [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

1inspireme.blogspot.co.uk, (2015). Cubism Art Designed Polygon Portraits by Cubist Boris Draschoff | Inspire Me. [online] Available at: http://1inspireme.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/boris-draschoff-cubism-art-kubistika.html [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

CUBISM INSPIRED HAIRSTYLING - Artists Interpretations

Heather Blaine

Hair-Stylist and Designer

(STATUS MAGAZINE)

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Marcia Hamilton

California Hair-Stylist and Designer

REFERENCING

Pinterest.com, (2015). [online] Available at: https://www.pinterest.com/vividluxury/cubism-fashion/ [Accessed 25 Apr. 2015].

Artyfactory.com, (2015). Cubism - the first abstract style of modern art. [online] Available at: http://www.artyfactory.com/art_appreciation/art_movements/cubism.htm [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Marciahamilton.com, (2015). Home. [online] Available at: http://www.marciahamilton.com/ [Accessed 26 Apr. 2015].

Blaine, H. (2015). Heather Blaine Hair Artist. [online] Heatherblaine.com. Available at: http://www.heatherblaine.com/ [Accessed 26 Apr. 2015].

Statusmagonline.com, (2015). Hair Cubism | STATUS Magazine. [online] Available at: http://statusmagonline.com/heather-blaine-hairstyling/ [Accessed 26 Apr. 2015].

CUBISM INSPIRED ARCHITECTURE AND HISTORICAL BUILDINGS - Artists Interpretations

Research into Buildings and Shapes to start inspiring my fashion ideas in terms of how I want to design my final garment.

-giving me structure concepts and ideas for building my final outcome.

Referencing

Fine Art America, (2015). Cubist Building by Ginger Harris. [online] Available at: http://fineartamerica.com/featured/cubist-building-ginger-harris.html [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Marcel, J. (2015). Playground-Inspired Architecture: Salzburg's Lanserhofwiese is Colorfully Playful. [online] TrendHunter.com. Available at: http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architecture-salzburg-lanserhofwiese [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Bchydro.com, (2014). Pharmaceutical Sciences Building lauded for its looks, efficiency. [online] Available at: https://www.bchydro.com/news/conservation/2014/ubc-pharmaceutical-sciences-building.html [Accessed 22 Apr. 2015].

Pinterest.com, (2015). [online] Available at: https://www.pinterest.com/crandrsn3/distortion/ [Accessed 23 Apr. 2015].

'MAIN DESIGN INSPIRATIONS' MOODBOARD

A MOODBOARD EXPRESSING MY MAIN INSPIRATIONS AND IMPACTS THAT WILL STIMULATE AND TRANSLATE INTO MY FINAL IDEAS

Initial Design Idea 1

Self Evaluation

POSITIVES

-Good interpretation of theme- following structure and format of CUBISM art
-Good application of colour scheme and pattern matched to my theme
-A challenging piece but achievable with determination 
-Creative, Impacting and Remember-able Design

NEGATIVES

Is the Scale of work achievable in time frame? realistic?

Overall: Very Pleased with how this design turned out, I think it will give me enough work to show my strengths and highlight my theme to a high level. It incorporates a high level of skills and would appeal to creative eyes. Plus it would look striking on a Catwalk.

Initial Design Idea 2

Self Evaluation:

POSITIVES:

LOVE the neck/shoulder sculpture piece idea!

Compared to previous design, it carries a good level of CUBISM themes within the design

It works well as a whole image with all accessories linking in affectively

Its creative and practical for purpose

NEGATIVES:

For me personally, the TOP section of the bodice lets the design down, I was trying to create a colour/design contrast to the piece but I feel it may have now confused the piece.

Also feel it may be too busy.. too much going on? 

Some of it doesn't fit in with the theme? bodice. 

Overall: The accessories on this design are equally if not stronger then the other designs. However to me the Bodice section isn't working strong enough with the rest of the design; looks out of place.

Initial Design Idea 3

Self Evaluation:

POSITIVES:

Pleased with the concept I created, use of structure to my design is strong.

Good theme match; colours, texture ideas and sculpture ideas.

Pleased with the shoulder piece idea; definitely a must have in my chosen design!

NEGATIVES:

Not sure the concept works effectively enough; feel its very TYPICAL of an idea.

Feel it's not experimental enough for my creative skill.

It isn't as challenging as the others; maybe a bit obvious/boring.

Overall: I feel this is my least favourite of the 3 designs; purely on the level it appeals to me the least. Reasons: its very typical and obvious in terms of how my theme could be recreated. Not very experimental and wont push me as much as the others.

My Final Chosen Design

Reasoning's Behind my Final Choice:

As a whole I found that this piece reflected my vision the best! 

It reflects my theme in the strongest way matching with what I want to achieve

It was pleasing to the eye and creative, giving me a challenge and pushing me to develop.

The Skills base of the idea was strong and had multiple techniques and skills incorporated.

Final Face Design

My Final Cubism Inspired Make-up used influences mainly from the research I worked on into artists including:

- Sarah Baldwin

- Natasha Denona 

- Loni Baur

All being current upcoming and influential Make-up Artists.

PROCESS OF MAKING - 'Step By Step'

In this Section it will show you my creative Final Idea take form. It will show you my application of knowledge and skill within Costume/Textiles Design and Making. It will also highlight modifications and changes I made throughout the production stages along side self evaluations and critics.

COSTUME MAKING PART 1

Evaluation

of Costume Making Development 1:

Positives:

The concept was easily achieved once I worked out measurements etc.

A Clear and Skilled understanding of this concept; due to previous studies in Textiles.

Negatives:

If I was to be critical and do this part again, I think I would definitely make my model present to double check before measures I have made cannot be reversed.

COSTUME MAKING PART 2

MODIFICATIONS:

This Stage of making was very planned out, so modifications weren't really required.

The only slight tweak I made was the use of material in terms of printing,  I used photo paper instead of art paper to print on, giving a cleaner and 'showy' finish to the pieces.

Evaluation:

POSITIVES 

- Clean look and finish to the decorative pieces

-Clear theme and resemblance to my designing of ideas

-Colourful and Correct in terms of relationship to my ideas and theme.

NEGATIVES

- For me on a personal level, the one negative to this, was the time I wasted mapping things out and preparing, I spent too much time worrying and faffing with the finer details- when actually they ironed themselves out as I worked on the creative pieces.

COSTUME MAKING PART 3

MODIFICATIONS MADE AT THIS STAGE OF MAKING:

When I constructed together my initial base of my skirt piece using my own made pattern pieces, I noticed when applying to manikin and to self that the material size was pretty heavy. This resulted in me modifying and changing lengths and widths quite a few times till I got the scale correct and the shape right. This also created a slight modification to the size of each pattern piece.

EVALUATION:

POSITIVES

- Good knowledge input to the work I carried out, strong understanding of my task allowing me to modify and change anything effectively and professionally. 

- Pleased with the shape outcome and my choice of modifications

NEGATIVES

- For this stage again I would (next time I do it) make the model present to help out with measurements, not just working from a piece of paper with written measurements but actually the model herself in 3D.

COSTUME MAKING PART 4

MODIFICATIONS MADE AT THIS STAGE:

Mola Sample: 

There was a few elements of simple tweaking that was needed on the Mola Sample section, simple things like I hadn't taken into account the volume of material, so pinning was required at a more frequent occurrence.

Another thing was I had to slightly modify the design, simply so the image was be clearer on the design; this changed because of my scale of design became a little shorter (due to my model being smaller then your average size)

Cubism Illustrations for Shoes:

This stage went very smoothly, due to a well planned technique (Mola again) this stage was very straight forward but a good use of my skill-base. 

One slight modification that was made was I decided to mount the pieces with card, to allow application to be stronger in structure and hold. Due to care being easily to glue to and supple with the shapes required.

EVALUATION:

POSITIVES:

This Stage of making was very straight forward and not much of a hiccup in comparison to other stages. I was very pleased with the outcome and it fitted my visual and first-hand ideas that I design for these features within my Design.

NEGATIVES:

One negative I would announce, would be the attention to detail was a challenge. Working with the volume of fabric made it very hard to prepare the work in my neatest format, However with a bit of persistence I managed to tweak that rough edges afterwards.

COSTUME MAKING PART 5

MODIFICATIONS:

Creations with Boning:

Modifications were minor with this section, just a slight change of application product to the boning, simply just used a hot glue gun to secure the boning due to purchases a boning with a solid centre (meaning a could not machine sew within it- or it would break the needle). Easily solved!

Creations with Zip Section:

This whole section was a modifications, unfortunately when I was stitching and completing the skirt linings and seam allowances, I lost a amount of measurement resulting in my waist being a bit tight for my Models measurements. So when i went to apply the Zip I came up with this idea of adding a 'zip section' to give me more width around the waist and a bit of leniency with the measurements. It worked effectively just as I had hoped it would!

Creations with Shoulder:

This was only the first preparations for this section- so all was smooth running.

EVALUATION:

POSITIVES:

Good production, safely applied and well produced.

Pleased with the overall image of the Boning sections, clean and tidy to the edge.

Overall very pleased with the turn out with clear links to my design ideas/theme.

NEGATIVES:

Due to the changes in the Zip Section and having to recreate the concept of this section to help get my width back, it was a challenge and was a negative due to putting a stall in my work plans. However, it was easily reorganised and resolved.