The Fundamentals of Printed Textile Design

Russell, Alex

ISBN 10: 2940411476 / ISBN 13: 9782940411474

Published by AVA Publishing, 2011

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Synopsis:

The Fundamentals of Printed Textile Design explores contemporary practice in printed textile design. It outlines the process of creating designs, looking at the vital role played by drawing, colour, style and content. It also analyses how to contextualise and communicate effectively in order to build a professional portfolio, whether through traditional design staples or via a more original approach. It examines the positions occupied by designers in the industry, and the technical and ethical considerations of which they must be aware.

In order to design effectively, print and pattern practitioners need to understand not only how the industry works but must also consider the cultural and economic factors that can shape what future clients or consumers will require. This book suggests strategies for developing an understanding of these contexts within and beyond the fashion and textiles industry to provide an innovative resource for the designers of today and tomorrow.

About the Author: Alex Russell studied printed textiles at Manchester. After graduating, he worked as a designer and full-time lecturer in Nottingham. He then set up a freelance business, working across Europe, with an interntational client list creating print, pattern, forecasting and illustration work for fashion and interiors. He is now a senior lecturer on the Textile Design for Fashion program at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK, and continues to practice as a freelance designer. Alex's work features widely in books on print and pattern.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Fundamentals of Printed Textile Design
Publisher: AVA Publishing
Publication Date: 2011
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good