Final year project
Structural Flow [Read more]
Yarn wraps
Float close up
Woven patterned close up
Patterned wall hangings
Patterned wall hangings (with floats)
Painted woven panels
Visualisation I
Visualisation II
Chloe Cocks
Chloe is a textile artist specialising in weave, exploring the technical possibilities by carefully manipulating the cloth to create unique weft and warp floats. The main collection is to be viewed in a gallery space as installation art that coincides with smaller woven pieces designed as wall hangings for interior spaces.
This project was inspired by Parisian architecture, specifically the patterns, textures and colours that I experienced whilst visiting the city. I was inspired by the structural exterior details of buildings and how this can be translated into a weaving pattern. I have always had an interest in the different architectural elements, from how the face of a building naturally draws your eyes towards the columns or height of the building. From this I see the similarities between the exterior of a building with the warp and how the small details can relate to the weft. Building upon knowledge that I have gained from the second year of my degree and my placement, I was able to push my technical skills by exploring the possibilities of warp and weft floats to create unique wall hangings for interior spaces. Due to the pandemic I have had the time to develop more ambitious ideas from the woven samples I was able to complete beforehand. It is important to me that woven pieces are made from biodegradable materials so as not to contribute to the growing waste problem with many materials unable to break down and decompose. Therefore, every woven artwork I have created is purely made from cotton. Upon graduation, I intend to further my knowledge by looking into the possibility of embarking on an interior design course or gain experience in a related industry.
Dissertation
Can the growth of craft influence a more sustainable society?
Final year project
Structural Flow
Awards
'20 Diploma in Professional Studies
'20 My woven fabric designs were selected to be exhibited at Première Vision.
'18 selected to be exhibited at Première Vision.
'17 My handmade pieces, inspired by the Great Central Railway in Loughborough, were selected for the ‘Making History' exhibition at the Charnwood Community Centre. At the end of my foundation year at Loughborough University, my work exploring the combination of weaving and ceramics was displayed alongside the degree show.
'16 My work was shown in the 'Foundation Year Postcard Art Show' at Loughborough University.
Experience
In my placement year I interned for Maria Sigma, an independent woven textile designer who creates high end textiles and furniture pieces by using natural undyed yarns from British suppliers. The main focus of the brand is zero waste textiles and is known for being sustainable in all aspects of the design process. I applied for the internship at her studio to experience how a small business operates as well as learning from her philosophy of sustainability as I am greatly interested in this topic. My role was practical in nature and the majority of my time was spent weaving bespoke products either for commission or stock, hand sewing cushions and helping set up the equipment needed for workshops. Throughout this time I attended two events, London Design Fair and London Craft Week, where I was able to extend my knowledge of the creative industry and help Maria network and promote her business by talking to potential clients.
Placements
June 2018 - June 2019
Studio Intern, Maria Sigma