As a graduate from Ravensbourne University, I’m a keen designer interested largely in knitwear & textile exploration; tailoring & and sustainable practices. I’m a punctual, hard-working person who works well under pressure to develop my work and concepts to the best of my creative abilities.
I have past experience as a freelance artist and graphic designer for independent online apparel stores and currently work as a freelance knitwear designer for brands as well as volunteering as a wardrobe assistant for Buxton Opera House. I'm keen to connect with more creatives in Film & Theatre to expand on my costume work.
Projects
- Knitwear Collaboration for 'Intimate Rituals' by Frederik LiederleyAs part of Frederik Liederley's MA Collection 'Intimate Rituals' I had the opportunity to work on a selection of experimental knit pieces. Using latex coated yarns, I worked on pieces that were presented as part of the Antwerp Fashion Department Expo and Show. Such an honour to have been invited to collaborate on such a wonderful collection!
- Róhe Frames X Amsterdam Fashion Week CollaborationAs part of Amsterdam Fashion Week 2022, I was invited by Dutch brand Róhe Frames to work on a selection of knitwear pieces to be presented and sold at their expo and pop-up shop. I created 6 experimental knitwear pieces for this collaboration and my work was presented alongside the Róhe collection, installation and curated objects.
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Work history
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Fashion Designer (Collaboration Project)King Pins Denim Show
London, United KingdomFreelance
Ravensbourne X King Pins Student Collaboration Project. A sustainable denim project based around building a sustainable Denim Brand & Collection in partnership with sustainable denim sponsors worldwide.
My group 'Marina Denim' successfully won the category for 'Best Collaboration' with our sponsors Jeanologia and Artistic Fabric Mills with our mixed collection inspired by Ocean conservation and Plastic Waste
Workshop Teacher: Introduction to KnitwearRavensbourne University London
- London, United KingdomFreelance
I spent two weeks at Ravensbourne University running the introductory knitting machine sessions for the foundation students for there electives. Over these two weeks the students learnt general machine set-up and maintenance as well as a variety of techniques (including rib, cables, lace and stripes) which they would be taking away to build on further.
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Skills
- CAD Design
- Digital Illustration
- Draping
- Research Design
- Pattern Cutting
- Print Design
- Sewing
- Knitting
- Basic Tailoring
- Knitwear Design
Education
BA (Hons) Fashion DesignRavensbourne University London
- London, United Kingdom
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Awards
Klarna Tartan Competition FinalistKlarna
Having designed an outfit inspired by the Klarna Tartan brief, my design was selected in the top 3 of entries and was entered in the final round where I was one of the runners-up.Phoebe English X British Library X BFC Competition FinalistBritish Fashion Council
As part of the British Fashion Council competition with Phoebe English and the British Library, I was selected as a finalist and presented my work at the British Library. I had the opportunity to present my research and sustainability project to Phoebe English and a creative industry panel.