Name: Jessica Harwood

Date of Birth: 05/04/84

Address: 97 Clifton Street, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 3QA

Telephone: 07962254335

Email: jess_l_h@hotmail.com

Designer’s Statement

My work is inspired by nature and natural sources, which I use for both colour and pattern. I like producing very textural based pieces using a mixture of techniques, some of which I manipulate to give my desired affects. I paint with procion and discharge pastes as well as printing, to achieve these textured looks. I have experimented with foiling and puff and metallic binders to add to the textured finish. I have developed designs using rusting, a new technique, involving rusting fabric with metal plates. My work is very interior focused, producing pieces that can be used as one-off wall or window hangings or made into cushions.

Aspirations

I would like to work within a team developing innovative designs for the contemporary textiles market. I would like to be involved in the designing and/or making of a product. I am considering pursuing further education within the textiles area to enhance my design aspirations. I am interested in surface design and pattern and would like to get more specific training and work experience. I am beginning to develop ideas for selling my work, for example as framed pieces or as ‘art’ cushions.

Skills

• Designing and making of silk screens, mixing of colours for dying and printing on fabric, mixing and use of different manipulating techniques on fabric, the printing and finishing process
• Use of a table, counter-march and dobby loom and the production of plain fabrics
• IT skills Mac and PC- working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Adobe Photoshop
• Hardworking, organised, good time management, determination to complete a task and deal with challenges. Reliable team member.
• Full driving licence