1. Practice Before Theory

This project examines how the practice of colour is placed before theory. Inspired by Josef Albers' book 'Interaction of Colour', I observed the application and placement of colour and how the placement of one colour against another can cause optical mixing within the human eye. Along with my technical processes, colour features as the most fundamental element to my designs. My innovative attitude towards knitwear, by hand dip-dying and printing, further explores the practice of colour by investigating the response of yarn fibres to the application of colour. Inspired by ski wear, sports trims and performance detailing. I produced a garment based on the idea of reverse ski wear. A 'ski suit' base layer, with the layering of a waterproof skirt and knit jumper. 

From my investigation into colour, I was able to create a resolved colour palette. Taking forward key colours from my pre collection colour palette, and adding new colours inspired by my primary imagery light reflections, visiting Dan Flavins light installation exhibition, and developed by testing application of colour against different fibres, placing practice before theory, to create a resolved collection of sporty colours with contrasting brights. Knit, dye and print combined process design ideas for my samples and placement of fibres determines depth of shade and saturation of colour, based on the type of fibres being knitted