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Year Completed
2018
Abstract
2018 Pattern Research Project
Emily Ballentine - Marigold
The Pattern Research Project involves research and analysis of contemporary patterns found in the textiles and wallcoverings of the built interior environment. Patterns use motif, repetition, color, geometry, craft, technology, and space to communicate place, time, and concept. Through this research and analysis, built environments - their designers, occupants, construction, and context - can be better understood.
Emily Ballentine, VCU Interior Design BFA 2021, selected the Marigold pattern for the 2018 Pattern Research Project. The text below is excerpted from the student’s work:
“The sample of Marigold was screen-printed at Bradbury and Bradbury. Screen printing is a process that includes using a hand carved stencil for each layer represented. The printing table stretches 90 feet and is equipped with special knobs to adjust to the repeat of the pattern. A monofilament polyester screen covers and is tightly sealed to the artwork (the finished pattern that acts as a guide for where to place each stencil). Ink is pushed through the stencil using a squeege that runs up the surface, soaking the screen and then back down, scraping away access ink.”
Geometry
Floral
Color
blue, white
Craft
printing
Tools
Screen Printing Machine
Material
Cotton, Linen
Function/Use
textile
Pattern Design Era
Arts and Crafts Movement
Design
William Morris
Disciplines
Art and Design | Interior Design
Department
VCUarts, Dept. of Interior Design
Date of Submission
10-25-2019
Rights
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