Day 5: Gathering materials for outfit and drawing patterned fabrics

After finalizing the design for the dress, the group decided to gather the required materials from various stores. Our final design embodies the idea of the geometry of the urban cities in balance with the free-form lines of nature. We decided on using silver wire to create a curled bodice that resembles the stainless steel structures and fences of the children's park at Union Square. The bottom is a asymmetrical dress that will be covered in a sand gradient to provide a whimsical/earthy element. Lastly, flowers will be embedded into the fence and the whole bodice will be spray painted silver. We think the dress will be sophisticated while combining geometric and natural lines.

Another model came in and the new piece was focused on the ability of patterns to stack and actually make a 3D perspective seem 2D. It was rather difficult drawing the draped fabric over the person because the fabric tricked the eye into seeing less shadows and depth than usual. It was interesting to work with these patterns and to really focus on the challenge of drawing and painting them. I think stacking patterns for a 2D effect is a useful skill and good knowledge to keep for future reference.