Hi! I’m Laura Neilson a ‘24 gradute and creative from Sydney. I create optimistic and joyful designs for textiles and graphics.
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Voice Volume Protest
A textiles collection
The sound waves which emanate from a single voice cause
thousands of particles to collide, crash and disrupt. When voices intersect
thousands of particles of air collide, evoking the way fabrics are woven and
knitted, each row of thread interlocking like waves of sound joining each
other.
In this line of textiles, I want to capture the voice of
these protestors. To represent the volume that can only be created through
large gatherings of passionate people. Textiles is intrinsically linked to the
story of protest. Fabric banners and flags are crafted from calico and spare
cheap textiles.
The clothing the protester wear is imbued with a sense of
protection. In Hong Kong the symbol of an umbrella rose to mean endurance and
support as the protesters raised their umbrellas to protect themselves from
tear gas. Denim was a staple of protest wear for its durability and its
association with the working class. Because individuals who protest do not have
power and many unite to have their voices heard. Protest creates volume for the
marginalised and allows them to disrupt the societal norms. To be heard and
understood is powerful.