Breathe Green
An interactive, ceramic mimic of humanity's respiratory function that resembles the importance and dependence we have to our existence with nature in plants. The raw colour of Stoneware contrasting with the natural pop of the green moss creates the collaboration between manufactured and natural goods
It Watches
A large concave coastal mirror that allows visitors to looking into the dangers that they obliviously seek. The project was based around the RNLI and coastal issues and how to tackle the number of people falling to the sea. I focused on the cliffs edge, where vulnerability, excitement and thrill all interlink. By exposing the dangers people seek when posing along the cliffs may also expose fears, unexpected drops and reality. Circular lights surround the perimeter so it can accordingly flash in times of trouble or bad weather.
Our Sick Earth
Consisting of bio-degradable paper mache, this piece was heavily influenced by Goal 13 from the UN Sustainability goals; Climate Action. Each element to this piece was made using 100% self used material and environmentally friendly methods of making in the paper mache to avoid toxicity addition. The piece emphasises the impact that plastic waste has on the earth and symbolising the significance it is having on a large scale capacity.
Oche Ugwo
A project consistent on gravity encouraged the creativity and production of this full scale chair. 100% dependant on itself, this chair is inspired by the African birthing chair. Consisting of steel and pine, this chair has been hand cut and crafted to a high level of precision. A collaborative project that required team work, persistence, hard work and equality quickly transpired into a creative, professional and eye-catching design that portrays cultural significance.
Origami Table
A small scale prototype of an expanding dining table inspired by the Japanese art of Origami. After researching many ways and methods of origami. This personal project consisted of MDF, pine and elastic fabrication which encouraged the geometric movement of the piece.
Step, Scale & Vase
A project conducted throughout University enabled me to expand on my idea development and creativity by limiting my choices to three different words. However I interpreted these words would reflect on this final piece and display the journey of how I got there. I took the opportunity to dive into experimenting with various tools and techniques including ceramic slab building, and using the wood router.
The Ohio Shoe
Using the traditional ideologies of an English pub, this design has incorporated and celebrated the authentic American sports bar and compressed the values of an English pub. The idea is to bring the sport closer together and introduce a place where family and friends can meet and enjoy time together; much like we do here in Britain. the inner section of the design is left open to include an outdoor area, smoking area and space for children to explore. Keeping both traditional aspects of each culture, I have ensured the inclusivity of the patriotic approach to American themed bars and food restaurant and included the red and black colour theme reflecting the Ohio State Colours. .
The Primitive Plastic Drill
Using nothing but hand tools and patience, this piece was created inspired by the Neolithic era. Researching into multiple process of action within the period led me to the recreation of the spinning drill. The large rock was whole before I hand carved a hole using flint to re-enact the making processes people did in this age, The materials involved a more modernised approach hence the plastic waste tube, but this was to emphasis the significance of human progression throughout time. Flint, Stone, Wood, string and PVC plastic piping were involved in the creation of this piece.
Obsidian Chakra Mirror
Obsidian is known to be one of the hardest materials in the world, but with careful technique, precision and a lot of patience, it can be manipulated into something beautiful. This module allowed me to explore the potential within Obsidian whilst incorporating its physical properties and spiritual values. Using nothing more than a diamond tile cutter, sandpaper & diamond paste, I crafted this raw obsidian rock into a beautiful, reflective surface, showing it's true beauty within. The process itself added to the spiritual contribution and final connection between myself, the piece and the end user.
Satori
A ceramic creation inspired by the spiritual beliefs in Greek & Turkish culture. The Evil Eye has many associations and symbolises the rejection of negativity if displayed. The patterns were influenced from Native American creations to establish a positive and spiritual collaboration between the two cultures. The pieces were extruded by hand, and then hand painted to encourage an individual outcome each time.
The Wave Bowl
Inspired by the coastal environment, this bowl depicts rhythmic oceanic waves. Using imprints sources around me, the natural texture was created using organic surfaces found along Plymouth’s coastal front and carefully pressed onto the back of the piece. The
mixture of colours represent were carefully picked in order to match the natural colours found within the ocean and symbolises the true beauty of mother nature.
Toxic Waste Dreamland
This piece is inspired by creative waste, natural forms and man-made chemicals. This is a set within a series that involves the ban of machinery to manufacture the idea, so using the tools I had before, this piece was crafted using whatever was left in my workshop space. All of the fixings and holes were made using the Plastic Primitive Drill. To ensure this created no further waste, the materials were locally sourced and re-used.