Major project- initial research

Now I am in my final thirteen weeks of University, I must start my Final Major Project (FMP). My project idea is an online trend forecasting pack aimed at Buyers by Mudpie. My initial stages are to develop my trends. I have started to take a lot of photographs of anything and everything that interests me.

My family live in Salisbury, so took advantage of the historic country buildings and nature in the area by taking some shots. I found that the historic housing surrounding the Cathedral had some really interesting detailing such as gates and doors. I also looked at the stone walls and wooden bridges that have moss and other plants growing on them. I like the way the plants almost become part of the architecture- juxtaposing the natural world with man made buildings.

I love...

During some research I was doing for a trend forecasting project, I came across Photographer Michael Muller. His work really captures the movement, light and life in his photos perfectly. He has shot a number of celebrity portraits, advertisements and film posters, but I personally think his best work is definitely in his more creative shots. I have posted four of my favourite images- all very different- each taken from separate collections. 

 

 




http://www.mullerphoto.com/#/13565

I.D magazine- The Royalty Issue summer 2012

Last month, I picked up a copy of I.D magazine. Having not bought one as of yet, I was a bit sceptical as to whether I should buy it. There were a number of different covers, but the one below sold me; a stunning photo of Carolyn Murphy wearing Alexander Mcqueen.

The editorial to go with the cover is absolutely breathtaking. It has an eerie, ghostly feel with the oriental styling mixed with the futuristic and structured clothing. 

Models: carolyn murphy, isabeli fontana, guinevere van seenus, shalom harlow & china machado daniele & iango patti wilson