Ever since September 2011 I've been quietly pursuing a Master's. It's been a real challenge to read and reflect in meaningful ways on the academic literature and new concepts we are taught. As a maker and craftsperson fusing theories and concepts from various philosophies has really changed how I see my work. I hope to share this process as I grow and learn through this blog. For now, here are some inspirational fashion pieces I have found....

Its been such a long time since I posted! 
I moved studios and my home, got a part-time teaching job, bought 3 knitting machines, caught the shoe making bug, developed a new collection (working on spring/ summer now) and have generally been working really hard.

Teaching has been a beautiful experience. It forces you to articulate and write down everything you have learned about (in this case) fashion and  pattern drafting. 

Over christmas my very lovely boyfriend bought me a camera which I am only just beginning to master. One of the features is aspect ratio control (ie. I can shoot in square format) as well as a range of black and white settings. Lovely.

Ice. Silver. Rust. Sharp. Snowy. Falling apart.....