About me
My name is Hazel MacLennan, I'm a 4th year design student studying at Gray's School of Art in the Scottish city of Aberdeen. I feel that as a designer and as an artist I have a responsibility to make people aware of global environmental issues. I want to use the platform I have to inform other on how we can tackle and join together to combat these issues. My material focuses are mainly within the fields of ceramics and glass. Using a number of processes. What better way to start than through thoughtful design? Currently I am experimenting lots with glass fusing, drop forming, slip casting and mold making. What better way to start than through thoughtful design? I try to be always aware of the environment within my creative practices. Therefore I try to be careful with the amount of wastage I produce and the electricity I use. I am currently working towards the end of my degree so watch this space for some interesting pieces to come!
Projects
- Final Year Project - Ocean PollutionMy final year project focuses on the global issue of ocean pollution. The ocean is the lifeblood of planet Earth and we have been contaminating it for decades without much thought. The ocean is a delicate eco system and one we could not survive without. I am concentrating my project onto three types of ocean pollution and intend to create a collection of sculptural forms for each pollutant. My aim is for these forms to inform and educate viewers, raising awareness on the subject of ocean polluti
Work history
Ceramic Technician Part Time
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Whilst completing my third year at Gray’s School of Art I was a part time ceramic workshop assistant. This was a great opportunity to learn how the basic day to day running of a workshop.
- Learnt how to use the clay-pugging machine to produce fresh clay.
- Responsible for refilling the porcelain vat and adding appropriate chemicals.
- Cleaning and maintaining all necessary equipment.
- Cleaning and helping with general upkeep of workshop.
- Assisting students with projects when possible.
Skills
- Glass Design
- Illustration
- Environment
- Excel
- Illustrator
- Office
- Word
- Ceramics
- Ceramic Artist
- Glass Artist
- Glass Cutting
- Glass Casting
- Ceramic Technician
- Glass Drop Forming
- Glass Decoration
Education
Placement with Amanda Simmons
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I was lucky enough to be part of Modern Heritage Craft scheme in Dumfries and Galloway. This opportunity opened up doors for me and I learnt a great deal which I have been applying to my final year project. Learnt how to create pattern, depth and layer with vibrant glass powders.
- How to cut glass and use powders safely.
- Technical knowledge on how to build basic glass blanks.
- Kiln firing processes and temperatures.
- How to programme the kiln with various programmes.
Three Dimensional Design
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