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PROJECT UPDATE 4: Sleeves and Final Coding

Feliciana Natali

Wednesday, Apr 20, 2016 - 01:27:20 pm

@ Feligood

Sleeves

I am totally happy with the sleeves 🙂 because 80% of it is my own attempt! Galina did help me with measuring and a little bit of sewing method, but the rest is my own trial and error (so, if you look very closely to the sleeves, there are 4 different ‘folding’ pattern hahahahaha because I keep trying to see Read more →

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I think the slaves are truly masterful. The way they worked with your movement today in our performance/workshop was truly outstanding. I look forward to hearing you talk about how the costume brings together your movement, character, and music in the final hyperessay. Excellent work!

PROJECT UPDATE 3: The Dance and The Light

Feliciana Natali

Tuesday, Apr 05, 2016 - 01:14:08 pm

@ Feligood

Dance

I will describe it in words, since I have not have the time to record it myself.

*out of the screen* jump left right left right left right, slow down, jump faster again, until I reach the wall. Screech the wall, slowly…until I drop on the floor. Turn around while saying giant, giant, GIANT with varied Read more →
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Your dress is superb, beautifully designed, and I'm certain with Naga and Angeline's help, the electronics will all be working fine. You did a very fine job documenting your dance movements and vocals. And yes, the music always helps propel the body, dance benefits greatly from sound and its rhythmic energy. Can you imagine dancing at a club without music?! One thing to think about: find ways to directly your movement not just to the space that you are physically in, but to the virtual space, across the third space, directed to that kind of mysterious quality of the other side of the digital divide: reacting to Angeline's movement as well. Remember the artist credo: no pain no gain! The process may at times be frustrating but it is always well worth the effort.

PROJECT UPDATE 2: The Black Robe

Feliciana Natali

Thursday, Mar 24, 2016 - 12:04:50 am

@ Feligood

What I keep saying about Media&Performances to other people:

Oh my God, my UE is so difficult. First, coding is a whole new thing to me. Second, fashion is a whole new thing to me. So, the module is a whole new world (sing Aladdin). But whoa, you have no idea how much I have learned…

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Your process seems to be full of ups and downs! I agree that the second version of the costume looks like a better fit. I would definitely consult with Galina as to why your electronics burned out, sorry to hear about that. Plus, don't forget to make note of your dance movements: remember the costumes and wearables are supporting your performance, so you need to be be sure you don't forget the solo work you went over with Angeline. I would also suggest that you practice the movement and even expand on it for our next rehearsal. Excellent update!

PROJECT UPDATE: First Encounter with Fashion-making

Feliciana Natali

Monday, Mar 21, 2016 - 10:10:07 am

@ Feligood

About

For the project Touch, I got the role of being the heroine. Hence, based on the initial design that I have made, the kimono-inspired outfit may fit a female warrior. Using $2/meter (the cheapest fabric available), I created a prototype of the mini kimono dress.

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However, at the end of the day, Galina created a different pattern. I wanted it Read more →

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Excellent, who would have thought you would be learning how to make fashion at NTU! Give the costume some time before you judge it, remember, it's a learning experience and a work-in-progress. I think it's looking great, but then I'll let Galina give her more expert opinion.
I am absolutely agree with Randall, your first prototype looks great! And at the end of the day what matter the most is for you to have better understanding of the proses: creating the pattern ,testing it and making further decisions . I like your sensativity for the material, your opinion on the tectile quality, softnes and drapability .Please do not worry that your design is simple .To create simple but harmonious design is more difficult than complex but unclear. I am looking forward to see your compleate design!