Maria (Ella) Caparros: GalleryMaria (Ella) Caparros: Gallery

MARIA (ELLA) CAPARROS

Fabrics Inspired by the Welsh Landscape

For my personal investigation, I was heavily inspired by the construct of landscapes, after having visited Wales in the summer of 2020. I realised its intricate textures such as the water, rocks and mountains allowed for much versatility regarding different forms of experimentation. While experimenting with several different techniques, my main focus shifted to fabric manipulation, as well as prints. I personally really enjoyed exploring different ways I could work with fabric to create a wide variety of textures that would relate to the concept of nature. Throughout the entirety of the project, I wanted to ensure that my final piece would capture the raw and natural essence of nature through the form of a fashion piece. It was pieced together by the different elements of landscapes that could easily be rearranged and I thought this was an effective way of presenting my ideas in different ways.

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A-Level Textile DesignA-Level Textile Design

A-LEVEL TEXTILE DESIGN

A level Textile Design encourages students to work with a wide variety of skills and processes across the fields of Textiles, Fashion and Interiors. This includes printed textiles, constructed textiles, embroidery, fashion construction, weaving and fabric manipulation. Students are introduced to different techniques which they are then able to develop into personal outcomes. This can be clearly seen within the variety of imaginative outcomes produced by the students this year.

Learners are encouraged to explore both historical and contemporary techniques and to support their work with research into a range of suitable artists, designers, and trends. They are prepared for industry or Higher Education and some of the students from this year are continuing their education by pursuing degrees in Fashion and Textiles after their A levels.

I hope that you find the work inspiring. I am very proud of what the learners have achieved this year.

Clare Buchanan, A level Textile Design Tutor