![]() What materials did you use and why? Were there any particular challenges using them? I used oilcloth, the material used in Mexican tablecloths, hot peppers, beans, corn husks and a few other Mexican inspired materials. so it is nice to be surrounded by larger brands as well as these smaller, more personal brands as something to aspire to. We carry some smaller brands by designers who are able to design and make their clothing here in the U.S. How does apparel design play into your other interests, workplace, home life, etc? I work at Parc Boutique in Northeast Minneapolis and Thao, the owner, has made the store into something that has been a large aspect of my inspiration. I celebrate the female form and that is definitely reflected in my aesthetic. I love being a woman and everything that goes along with it. What is your work usually like? My work is very feminine. When you’re working with thousands of straws strung onto fishing line, they tend to be very difficult to control and isolate. The straws were definitely a challenge to manipulate. It is my job to ensure my guests, many of whom I don’t know, are having a good time. I chose to use these since I take on the role of host every time I work. What materials did you use and why? Were there any particular challenges using them? I used materials that I work with at my other job as a bartender – beverage straws and coffee filters. For this project especially, being able to draw inspiration from the themes presented in the existing artwork really helped narrow down and focus the design process while still leaving room for my own interpretation. I enjoy creating contrast through color blocking, changing up style lines, and incorporating very structural elements with loose, unifitted details.ĭoes it make sense/is it comfortable for you to draw inspiration from an art exhibition? I believe that art exhibitions are a fantastic source of inspiration. What is your work usually like? My work tends to be inspired by historical costume and fantasy elements due to my fascination with costumes used in film and theatre. My design showcases how preparing to interact with dinner party attendees is akin to preparing for battle. ![]() What part of Feast most interests you? How is that reflected in your design? The concept of Feast I found most interesting was the role of host and guest. With the knowledge and experience I gain from this program I hope to design for a well known label that focuses mainly on high fashion as I love to work with luxury fabrics and structured designs. ![]() That, coupled with the fact that designing clothing had become a favorite past time somewhere along the way led to me applying for the Apparel Design Program here at the U. ![]() In the end it took a staring contest with a blank college application for me to realize that in eleven years the only career I had seriously considered more than once was apparel design. Over the years my career aspirations changed, frequently. Why did you decide to become an apparel design major? Why are you/when did you become interested in designing clothing? What are your aspirations? The first time I told my parents I was going to design clothing for a living I was seven years old. It seems to be a pretty intriguing topic to be undertaken by this year’s apparel students! But, we decided to ask them ourselves. ![]() We’ve had a series of great participatory events related to the exhibition since its opening back in February, including our upcoming Pop-Up Park– The Sweet Spot– that will be opening only two days before the showcase on April 20th! Much fun to look forward to! So. If you haven’t seen the exhibition yet, go see it! The collection contains pieces that explore different meanings and values that are found in the act of sharing a meal. The garments this year are inspired by Feast: Radical Hospitality in Contemporary Art, the featured exhibition at the Museum. This year, we will be hosting a showcase of outfits created by apparel design students from the College of Design. We’re a week away from WAM Collective’s fourth annual design event: Eye Candy. ![]()
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