Fashion illustration

I've been studying fashion promotion for the past three years which I have really enjoyed and learnt a lot from. But, i come from a creative background and have always loved to draw and paint, and I miss it!! I'm working on my fmp at the moment which is pretty much completely photography based and I am desperate to start drawing again but just don't have the time.
Looking at illustrators work today has really inspired me and I can't wait to create some illustrative work next month to add to my portfolio.
I think i'm going to work with some of my past fashion photography and use illustrative techniques to recreate some of the imagery.

Heres some inspiring fashion imagery I found...

Kelly Thompson

Naja Conrad

Petra Dufkova

Raphael Vicenzi

Stina Persson

Make-up

I was looking for inspiration make-up for one of my up and coming shoots and found "Armour" makeup by Theresa Davies.

I love how the make-up has been exaggerated through the use of origami style papers.

LOVE this illustration!!

Came across this image randomly when researching for my project!! LOVE it... it makes me want to draw ALOT more!! Need to find out who its by as there was no information with it!!

Mcqueen shoes fall 2011

As part of my fmp I'm creating a trend forecasting website which will include all the inside info. about shoes and bags!!!
There will be an entire section dedicated to catwalk so I've been doing a bit of research into the best shoes/bags featured on the catwalks for fall 2011!!

I love these creations by Alexander Mcqueen... Amazing!!

Ink in water

After discovering the imagery created by Mark Mawson I decided to produce my own images using the same method. I carried out the shoot in the studios at uni, using a large soft box to light the ink from behind. I filled a vase with water and experimented by dropping various coloured inks into the water.
Below are some of the outcomes...

This is an unedited image straight from the camera;

I then did some experimenting in photoshop and inverted the image;

I have many more images so will be posting more up soon!!!

Escape - Ink in water

Over the last few weeks I've been researching into each trend and have begun to create innovative imagery that I can use within the publication.
A large part of the 'ESCAPE' trend is based around freedom, floating, fluidity and weightlessness. Through my research I came across these images created by artist, Mark Mawson.
They were creating by photographing ink being dropped into water. The final imagery effectively portrays the ESCAPE theme.

Trends A/W 2012

So, I've finally had time to set up a blog where I can post all my ideas, inspiration and creations!!!
I'm currently in the middle of working on my final major project so its pretty hectic atm!!
I'm creating a trend publication and website predicting future trends for A/W 2012 for footwear and bags. I've been working on it for 8 weeks so I'm finally reaching the exciting part where i can start creating!!!

DIGITAL HYBRID is the first trend I have predicted for the season, this trend is based on the continual rise in digital media and the spread of the internet. Strong influences for this trend include; digital components, neon/UV lighting, the recent movie 'Tron' and the pixelation of imagery.

ESCAPE is the second trend forecasted for A/W 2012, this trend is a backlash to the digital world, a whole group of consumers won't want to be part of the digital environment any more. This group of people will want to switch off, tune out and escape into their own oasis.
This trend is also very much focused on the individual rediscovering themselves, analysing the human body, the human mind and recognizing emotions, spiritual values and peace of mind. People will being to appreciate their natural body including its flaws and will also become more acceptant of others. Another aspect of this trend is a strong sense of freedom, floating and flying as well as reverting to hand made methods and avoiding digital manipulation at all costs.

PROTECT is the third and final trend for the season. This trend revolves around the protection of the individual, through armour, camouflage and containment. The 'protect' trend has also arisen as a reaction to the increasing digital world.
Technology has enabled strangers to contact others through the internet, it has enabled others to gain access to our lives and identity theft is now one of the faster growing crimes in the US. CCTV is watching our every move, google maps allow people to view your home from across the other side of the world. Crime is continually increasing and consumers need to protect themselves against these threats.