Schools out: maybe for the last time

I had a big decision to make this week: I’ve decided to stop going to college this year. Shock horror! But let me explain why…

Last year when I was in my supposed final year of college my main tutor was ill and took several months off work. As experts in the likes of 3D and [...]

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Going back to school… yes, again!

Those of you who have lurked around these pages for more than a few months will know that I finished college back in the summer after two years of being a part time ‘mature’ student. Well guess what? I’ve somehow talked myself in to going back for a third and (hopefully) final year studying Interactive [...]

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Here’s a few photos from my graduation exhibition

My end of year exhibition finished today so I managed to grab a few photos of my stand, plus a few of others’ work which I liked. Generally the standard throughout the show was very good, particularly from the illustration students.

Here’s a photo of my display. I managed to call a favour and get two [...]

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Reflections on a design student’s end of year show

Last night was the private viewing of my end of year show. I donned some smart clothes and exhibited my portfolio of work, in the hope of networking, making connections, and possibly finding freelance work or even employment.

I’ve actually been up since 4am this morning, doing that thing that happens after job interviews where you [...]

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Fancy a peek at my online portfolio?

Tonight’s the big night. My end of year show begins this evening with a private viewing to industry. The correct business cards have turned up, my best bib and tucker is waiting for me, and I’m ready to whore myself.

I have quite a bit of printed material, but the main part of my display is [...]

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