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Post by RovingOne on Aug 11, 2017 16:41:48 GMT
Has anyone done Fiona Duthie's class Composition in Feltmaking? www.fionaduthie.com/workshops/composition-in-feltmaking-online-workshop/I'm considering doing it but it is a lot of money for me, and the exchange rate means it is steadily going up. I would love to do the surface design or bags one, which are cheaper but I'm not a natural when it comes to design or colour and I don't have an arty background so I think I might benefit most from this one. Would appreciate any feedback.
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Post by Pandagirl on Aug 11, 2017 17:19:31 GMT
Has anyone done Fiona Duthie's class Composition in Feltmaking? www.fionaduthie.com/workshops/composition-in-feltmaking-online-workshop/I'm considering doing it but it is a lot of money for me, and the exchange rate means it is steadily going up. I would love to do the surface design or bags one, which are cheaper but I'm not a natural when it comes to design or colour and I don't have an arty background so I think I might benefit most from this one. Would appreciate any feedback. I have taken a couple of her courses and this is just my opinion, but I didn't care for that one. In fact, I stopped midway. But don't let me hold you back. We have information on our blog that you may find helpful on composition. Ruth has made many posts on design. Or perhaps take out a library book. You can ask for suggestions here. Felt isn't much different than painting. Most design principles are the same. Good luck!
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Post by halay on Aug 11, 2017 17:56:27 GMT
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Post by lyn on Aug 11, 2017 22:15:45 GMT
I love your avatar! I don't have an arty background either so, as Marilyn suggested above, check out some of the blog posts in the link below. You could for example, in the search box type 'composition' FELTING AND FIBER STUDIO BLOGLibrary books from the 'art' section can be useful. Also, find a picture or textile work that you like then study it to discover how the artist made it so interesting.
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Post by MTRuth on Aug 11, 2017 23:18:56 GMT
I would definitely look in the library for books about composition and design. The elements and principles are the same no matter what type of art you do. Painting books are good too. Many have information about the composition.
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Post by Shepherdess on Aug 12, 2017 0:09:42 GMT
I agree with the other that principles of design are pretty universal and the library is a great place to look. They even have videos and workshops in some places. As the others said Ruth has done some very good blog posts on design over on our blog site. You can click the button at the bottom of the page here. I did Fiona Duthies surface design workshop. I found the information very good but the interactive part very cumbersome and frustrating.
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Post by jwugg on Aug 12, 2017 10:46:20 GMT
I did Fiona's bag class & I loved it. She did touch on some of her embellishment techniques & a little design info too. I prefer a hands-on, practical approach to learning, rather than a theoretical one, & this worked well for me. I felt her instructions are excellent, & the on-line discussion & feedback really useful.
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Post by RovingOne on Aug 13, 2017 14:51:34 GMT
Thank you all for your comments and very helpful suggestions. You've also reminded me that I have a book on my own shelf called Color Works, the Crafters Guide to Colour. Last year I found an out of print book in a charity shop, The Textile Design Book which I remembered had been recommended on a day course I did about 15 years ago. That has also been sitting on the shelf, glanced at but not read. I think I shall save my money for something more inspiring or exciting.
Carol
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Post by RovingOne on Aug 13, 2017 15:01:46 GMT
I can't really take the credit for this. It was a needlefelting kit bought from Wonderwool. I usually only use needlefelting for adding details or salvaging mistakes so this was rather different and a nice change. Save
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