Sunday - 23-10-11 - Sarah Morpeth

I bought this at the Origin Design festival  back in September and completely forgot to post it up. Amazing paper crafts designer Sarah Morpeth had this amazing exhibition stand and believe me when I say "I would of bought one of everything!" As I am a great fan of Owls, and with autumn winter arriving I decided to purchase this amazing little book which has giving me lots of creative ideas ready for January's "The great Adaptations" project.

Friday - 21-10-11 - Working Hard pays off

OK, so this Friday was staff development day, it gives staff time to hold managerial meetings and course meetings and really push and discuss ideas in moving forward. It has been a real intense 1st term and I for one have noticed a difference in raising my game and standards in the time I spend at work (too much time). I'm not afraid to say that it has affected me both mentally and physically and half term gives me an opportunity to work at a more realistic pace and recharge my AA's. This Friday was also the staff AAA Awards ceremony where a series of colleagues and staff members were nominated into categories for Aspiration, Access and Achievement. I was completely unaware of this and made jokes all day about how "I should sit in the front row!". I shouldn't of.

Because . . . "I was nominated for excellence under the category of colleague and WON"

Thursday - 20-10-11 - London Photography trip

As part of the 2nd Year "Structures project" I decided to take my Graphic Design pathway students up to London for a photography day out. I planned a route that would take them around London financial sector showcasing original limestone work, newly developed glass facades and unfinished projects. The whole day was a break away from the studio space and allowed my students to take in the impact these buildings are making. They all gave great feedback and have started to consider what they could use their photos for once we return after half term. I didn't take my opportunities that day in photographing a lot as I played a key role in navigating them around and giving my tourist speeches.

Sunday - 16-10-11 - Seven Deadly sins

This is piece of work I produced as an example of showcasing the seven deadly sins. I used the iconic brand "Facebook" and modified the typography to represent each sin. Can you identify each sin?

Wednesday - 12-10-11 - Enough said . . .

Friday - 07-10-11 - Rejam with Andrew Grant

Rejam is an events company which I am very much involved with and have a lot of love and time for. My mate started the company last year and has been hitting London venues hard spreading the Rejam love. My involvement is very much with promotional wear and various other graphics work that helps and supports the team.

Friday - 07-10-11 - Linder sterling

This weeks Unit 12 graphics task was based around British eccentric montage artist "Linder Sterling" I ran this task last year just because of the shock factor that's involved and because you can get some real strong outcomes.

Thursday 06-10-11 - Random Light

Here are some photos from this weeks design crafts task. This is currently work in progress to be completed next week.

Thursday 06-10-11 - Random Light

Tuesday - 04-10-11 - John Virtue

As part of the 1st years Evolution project, this week we looked at British artist John Virtue. John's known for his monochrome landscapes and the students produced a series of reaction pieces based upon his work as a reference.