As a practitioner I prefer to work with clay or ceramic based mediums. I explore the process of human manipulations and controlled conditions can change the textural value of clay. For my final show I created globes that explored human controlled textures manipulated into a manmade shape. As part of my art foundation I had to display my work in a final year show, this allowed me to develop my skills as a practitioner to develop towards a final goal, being more professional within a working environment has expanded my overall art and design knowledge.
During my visit to the London design festival 2018 I was inspired by the innovative approaches, companies, designers and artists have in making usable and decorative items. I found the most eye-catching work that was the displays considered the viewers perspectives, emotional and sensory responses. By having a more inclusive approach to design makes the work more accessible to the user/ viewer. I am going to take this experience and continue to research to further inspire me for future projects. I feel excited to move into this wide field of subject areas on this course and develop my skills in ceramics.
I want to continue to challenge areas I learnt on my art foundation and progress new techniques and explore a range of mediums other than ceramics. I am looking Forward to participating in studio practice and learning about context behind artistic movements. From this week and my exploration of the V&A and London design faire and Festival, I have found an interest in wanting to learn new skills in which will be available to be within the workshops provided in my course. Although these separate mediums are not something I have ventured into previously, I think it will challenge and develop my work as an artist.
Lara Hoad Artist Designer: Maker 