Zandra is quite a legend among myself and my peers. Studying print, Zandra is a pioneer of printed textiles and to work alongside her has been a privilege. I'm so proud to have been a part of the Colourful Heritage project. It's been very inspiring to meet Zandra and see her screen print room and all the components that go into her making an creative process.
I love sewing and garment construction so being able to handle these garments up close and examine their production process is very insightful. That element of heritage, the story behind the garments is told by the visible hand stitching of the person who made it, the screen print is done by hand. That human element in the history of the clothes.
I have expanded my skillset into documentation and archiving which is a brilliant experience to have. I wear a lot of vintage clothes, so I am familiar with mending and delicate handling of old fabrics. It has been thrilling to put those skills into practice with Zandra's legacy.
Overall, it has been an amazing experience that I shan't forget. I feel inspired and motivated to keep working and create my own legacy.
