WINNER
Sarah Mills
The Wetlands Collection
Birmingham City University
AWARD PRIZE
1 week placement at PT with all expenses covered.
JUDGES COMMENTS
‘Innovative fabric choice. Varied techniques great for interiors market. Good use of scale and characterful work.’
AWARD CRITERIA
Outstanding student with fantastic use of colour and innovative design ideas.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
‘In 2023, I decided to capture the breath-taking beauty of the British countryside and highlight the diverse wildlife that lives in it. I have always felt inspired by nature and the endless possibilities it has for designs, so I decided to document some of these moments in my work.
‘The Wetland Collection’ utilises detailed and characterful motifs to create meaningful and thought-provoking narratives. Through showcasing local, thriving species within their natural habitats, I aim for my work to inspire new conversations in our efforts to conserve and rewild; allowing local environments to be restored to their uncultivated state, where nature will prosper.
As a multidisciplinary Print and Woven Textile Designer with high regard for craftsmanship; I creatively combine traditional and contemporary printing methods, to achieve sophisticated and unique designs.’