design & collaborations
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ROYAL COLLEGE OF ART MA TEXTILES Print, and the exploration & integration of Slow Design & Digital Craft principles in 21st Century Textile Practice. Underpinned by the concept 'the whole is greater than the sum of its parts', this body of work investigates screen printing and digital printing with regards to the respective qualities each method imparts to fabric. The purpose was to identify and then combine these values, creating unique luxury pieces that capture the spirit of synergy and maintain the connection to handcrafting. Drawings inspired by a research trip to Iceland form the basis of the collection. Surreal natural landscapes and qualities of light are translated through print with an emphasis on composition, graduated colour and collage techniques. |
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MONSOON ACCESSORIZE Designed for selling in Spring Summer 2016, Freya presents a capsule collection of textile and garment ideas that reflect the Brand's history, with a fresh, modern approach and an emphasis on print and surface design. The fabrics were inspired by the heritage technique of woodblock printing and produced using a combination of hand and digital processes. Printed Fabric (Various Techniques) |
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THE NATIONAL TRUST Waddesdon Manor, owned by The Rothschild Foundation & The National Trust, commissioned Freya to design homeware products inspired by the opulent & tapestry clad Dining Room, to be sold in the Manor shop and online store. Limited Edition Screen Printed Tea Towel |
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WSGN - The World's Trend Forecaster Developed in response to the Megatrend ARTISAN - and incorporated into the AW 16/17 Knit, Jersey & Textile / WGSN x RCA Future Trends Forecasts - Freya presents an inspiring, technical and considered body of work that explores print and fabric dyeing to enhance the visual and tactile qualities of materials, and challenge industry perceptions of Textiles. Screen Printed Fabric (Various Techniques) |
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COLOUR An experimental project focussing on colour and matching output from both analogue and digital production methods. Inspired by microscopic cell photography, the following technical samples showcase a variety of textile techniques including hand dyeing, screen printing (pigment, expantex, discharge, devoré) and dye sublimation printing. Screen / Digitally Printed Fabric |
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SURFACE RELIEF An experimental project exploring layering and creating texture using processes that can add to or subtract from a surface. Visual inspiration came from forest ecosystems, with a particular focus on fungi and lichen; extensive in variety and often hidden amongst dense undergrowth. The themes of concealing and revealing, transparency and opacity, delicacy and strength were investigated. Prominent techniques included the use of devoré printing (also called burnout), alongside laser cutting and etching, cross dyeing, specialist binders including flocking and expantex, digital printing and mixed media applications. |
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