On Tuesday 16th May I continued to complete my final piece
through the added element of poles attaching the piece together to create the
final display suspended. The aim of the piece is to be placed suspended high
with two poles connected on the side to represent how the banners are
originally displayed in miners’ union marches and the strike movement. It has
given me the opportunity to explore the method and display of banners which
emphasises my understanding of the knowledge I have gained. Through the exploration
of the studies and the miners’ union I felt that they reassured the community
and gave the sense of pride being placed at a high measurement. Through the
high measurement it displays the importance of the unions and how they are the
community. Also this particular measurement was used to engage the audience and
to read into the campaign and miners banner gained from inspiration. This
aspect of pride and community spirit has also been achieved through the study
and thought process of Grayson Perry when he looked at the similar subject
matter and the sense of working class society and pride. Through the final
appearance of my project outcome it combines the knowledge and understanding of
the development I have achieved through research and analysis of local
industry. It has given me the opportunity to adapt my work to suit the original
and traditional aspects of the miners’ strike. The task has allowed me to solve
practical technical and theoretical problems within the progression to create
the final piece outcome. The task has allowed me to demonstrate the ability to
plan, organise and produce the elements to be incorporated within my
progression towards my final piece being displayed. Finally the task has
allowed me to demonstrate a range of practical skills to suit the self-directed
project and to allow my final piece to be progressed further to my outcome.
To start the task I planned and prepared my measurement of
how the piece is going to be displayed within the exhibition. Previously
through studying tapestry banners and identifying them through my work, I have
discovered two options in which to display the design. Firstly the work could
be suspended above within the exhibition which will be placed high within the
space and outlook of the gallery. However the problem with this design is how
the piece would be connected from the ceiling effectively and how it can be
secured through health and safety. Also the fishing wire idea could impact the
design and fall with the weight of the design being heavy due to the use of
Calico and fabric stitched onto the surface. The second option was to place two
connecting poles at the side of the banner allowing the piece to be suspended
freely and also can be carried through matches like the traditional technique and
method. Problems were raised with the issue as they couldn't be suspended on
their own within the gallery causing the structure to collapse and fall. However
through exploring the 3D workshop this could be resolved and sorted through the
use of pegs connecting the top surface of the design to fit the background
layer of the work. This would work effectively and maintain the correct
suspended area within my work. It has allowed me to work independently and work
outside my comfort zone to achieve the solution in the 3D workshop environment.
Also it has allowed me to solve practical solutions within my design to resolve
problem solving when placed at my final exhibition. It has allowed me to
prepare for my gallery exhibition and combine the knowledge of 3D workshop and
Textiles elements. Once the solution was solved, I progressed to create the two
poles connecting to my work idea. To prepare and plan for the task, I had to
figure out how the poles can be connected within my work and the correct
measurement for my height of the design. Within the size aspect I need to
consider the subject matter of the banner into consideration as the piece needs
to be placed high to create and emphasise the detailed piece which is engaging
towards the audience. But also I need to consider the high restriction within
the gallery space but also being able to carry it towards my exhibition outlook.
For the measurements I decided to obtain the metre ruler for guidance. I have
previously obtained knowledge and planned that my work is presented within a 1m
length fabric. To solve the issue around measurements I figured out that 2m
would be effective to place my work as the balance between fabric and height
difference was inspirational and influential towards the progression of my
design outlook. Next I had to consider the width and size of my pole, my initial
design idea was them to place through a rounded pole as it a more effective and
professional finish compared to the square and linear design. However as I went
to the 3D workshop I realised that this would be cost effective which was a big
restriction towards my design outlook and appearance. To solve the problem, the
poles were decided to be a linear shape because it was cheaper to fit my budget
but also would be able to still work to a high standard from the knowledge gained
within the 3D studio. For the width of my design, the piece was measured the
same thickness as the equipment of the metre ruler used and this was maintained
throughout the cutting process of the design. The piece and measurement came to
be the design of 7cm which was a suitable design to be placed around the
fabric. Once I finished obtaining the materials I went back to the Textiles
studio to attach the pieces to my work. Firstly, I wrapped the fabric around my
work and pinned the areas in which would be a guidance to attach my work
securely. Once the first pole was attached, I placed the fabric underneath the
machine and did a simple Husquervana running stitch across the design which attached
easily. Then the piece was attached back into the wooden pole which worked well
and effective within the design. The same process was repeated but a problem was
faced within the design. As I was limited to fabric space within the design it
caused the screen outcome to be folded causing and unbalanced appearance which wasn’t
effective for the banner. To solve the problem all the stitching was removed
and I went back into my design process to fit and resolve the solution. Double sided
sticky tape was the material that solved my problems which has been previously
used within my work. It would allow the fabric to connect well within both
sides of the piece and maintain a secure outcome. Next the tape was displayed
across the design of my wooden poles and the fabric was folded across the
design to maintain an accurate shape. The same repeated process was completed
to reveal the appearance and the final outlook of the design. Once the piece
was completed I carry it to the National Union Of Mineworkers just down the
road from college to collect some photographs with support behind the
background. As I was setting up the piece and looking back on photographs I was
given a huge sense of pride and motivation around the banner as my development
throughout the project has been taken to create this final piece. The piece
connects to the local industry well and maintains the large scale of reissuance
and community spirit through the sceen-print outcomes. The flag layout was inspirational
and was displayed effectively within the community environment to show nationality
and unity. As the outlook was displayed in front of the NUM building I was
proud to be representing my town of Barnsley but also maintaining my family history
of industry. I am extremely proud of the design as it has shown my progression within
Textiles that I have gained throughout the course and will also show my
development when I progress to University and my career. I have enjoyed
combining the elements of Justice and campaign artwork to be placed into the
project as it gives me a large amount of inspiration and expressing my passion
well for these subject matters. The piece has combined a wide range of skills
gained within the task and provided a detailed passion for the subject but also
the industry in which I have explored. The progression of my journey was
displayed below.
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| Final Outcome At College |
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| Final Piece Outside NUM |
As I was completing the outcome of this design, I have continued
to work back into my sketchbook pages and annotate my technical file of samples
generated within the Textiles studio.
Next I am going to plan my gallery space for the final piece
and prepare for what elements are going to be placed within the exhibition.
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