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Textiles (MA)

Hannah Brew

Abstract flower motif laser cut out of acrylic plastic. Two layers to this shape, the back royal blue, the front burnt orange.

Hannah, originally from Liverpool, developed her mixed media practice when studying her BA at The University Of Central Lancashire graduating with a first class honours. She has always had a strong presence of care for others and their needs. This has often been reflected within her practice and is her driving force to create a better world through the art of design.

Her future aspirations are to create a brand that reflects the varying needs of others in a contemporary fun but functional way. Hannah envisions various possibilities for her work within the realm of fashion and accessories, recognising the potential it holds across a wide spectrum of outcomes.


Awards, Sponsorships and Publications:

The Orla Kiely Scholarship (2022)

Sponsorship From Madeira Uk (2022)

Zandra Rhodes Colour Award Finalist (2021)

Published In Aesthetica Magazine (2021)

I-Dott Competition Shortlist (2020)

Rapture and Wright Finalist (2020)


Degree Details

School of DesignTextiles (MA)RCA2023 at Battersea and Kensington

RCA Kensington, Darwin Building, Seventh floor

Sponsor: Madeira UK

Hannah sat in front of a white wall with her models infront of her smiling looking at them.

Hannah's mixed media practice has evolved with the inspiration she draws from her sister, driving her work forward. Her goal is to craft accessory designs that possess a high aesthetic value, catering specifically to audiences with disabilities and neurodiverse backgrounds. Hannah firmly believes that inclusive design can be a cause for celebration, rather than limiting the aesthetic value.

She uses acrylic as her core material playing on its high contrast quality for visual impairment needs. She has taken enjoyment in adding sensory benefits with various embellishment techniques. The created range of charms hold different sensory qualities suited for a wide range of people.

Recently collaborating with the Royal College Of Art's Helen Hamlyn Centre, has given her the opportunity to further develop her practice within accessible design methods.

Flower plastic model held between two fingers on a white background. The petals are burnt orange with green leaves.
Flower plastic model held between two fingers on a white background. The petals are baby pink with blue leaves.
Flower plastic model held between two fingers on a white background. The petals are frosted pink with green leaves.
Flower plastic model held between two fingers on a white background. The petals are burnt orange with blue leaves.
Flower plastic model held between two fingers on a white background. The petals are burnt orange with green leaves.
Flower plastic model held between two fingers on a white background. The petals are baby blue with added green embellishment.
Flower plastic model held between two fingers on a white background. The petals are baby blue with orange details..
Flower plastic model held between two fingers on a white background. The petals are hot pink with green leaves.
A colourful mixed media collage piece sized A3. The motifs resemble a range of abstract flowers and plants.
A colourful mixed media drawing sized A2. The motifs resemble a range of abstract flowers and plants.
Two square collaged pieces. The first pink print onto blue velvet. The second pink print onto a scribbly yellow background.
A collage piece of an off white toned foam with abstract flowers cut out. This is collaged onto paper with blue shapes.

Medium:

Hannah's sister, Sam, has collaborated with Hannah to give her guidance on colour, shapes and pattern that are most accessible.
Blue felt with plastic flowers sewn in. Elements of the petals can attach in through the use of a magnet for colour choice.
Various abstract flower motifs made of plastic varying in colours are placed into a composition on a purple plastic background.
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