Lisa Rogerson
As a textile designer specialising in weave, my practice explores the possibilities of integrating structure, materials and colour to capture texture and movement into visually appealing and tactile fabrics.
I use an experimentation-based process to trial and develop my ideas and colour palettes through sampling, to produce final outcomes that balance my design creativity with the technical possibilities of weave.
Environmental responsibility underpins my practice through the use of soil friendly yarns.
Harvest Harmony
Inspired by my farming heritage, my project explores the textures, line, shape and colour evident in modern agriculture.
My designs focus on the interaction of lines and the composition of blocks whilst capturing the textures, movement and undulations, reflected in my photographs of fields from multiple vistas. Colour palettes are inspired by the natural hues of the crops injected with the bright, vibrant colours of the farm machinery.
My exploration has been shaped through a variety of technical processes. Initial sampling of traditional check patterns, pleats and loops led to experimentation with Bedford cord, double cloth and floats to produce my final collection.
The design process has trialled different yarn qualities and materials. My mainstay yarn is 100% British Blue Faced Leicester wool for its soft and luxurious feel, and to reflect upon my research. I have also incorporated cashmere and merino wool to achieve a thinner fabric with an increased drape quality and TENCEL yarn, to give a smooth sheen. All yarns are soil friendly and 100% biodegradable. Wool is also a renewable material.
My fabrics are designed for statement outerwear, including blanket coats and boxy jackets. The use of wool brings warmth, breathability and a natural waterproof quality. I have also explored using my fabrics for accessories such as bags.
Harvest Harlequin
As a further development of line, shape and texture, my complementary project is inspired by my 3-dimentional drawings from my main project. I have recreated these digitally to develop into patterns and designs which showcase a more abstract approach to my work.
By exploiting the capabilities of the jacquard loom, I have explored scale, abstract patterns and geometric shapes using a variety of wefts, structures and techniques. To balance my bold designs, I have incorporated a paired back palette of natural tones reflected in my primary research.
The collection is designed for interior applications, particularly curtains and cushions, considering its drape quality, scale and texture. I have also explored using my fabrics for lampshades. My fabrics are reversible which gives added versatility.
Using the same, soil friendly, types of yarn as my main project, this complementary work continues the same responsible approach to the environment.
