MATS Home Decor Student Showcase part 5 {January 2016 class}

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We are so proud of our wonderful Make Art That Sells alumni and are pleased to showcase a series of gorgeous work that was produced in our January session of Creating Collections for Home Décor

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Kay Wolfersperger

This image is a collection of glassware. It is my favorite because the assignment inspired me to explore an unfamiliar substrate. Hearing the inside scoop on manufacturing and learning about surface techniques for glass opened my eyes to all it’s possibilities I had not considered before.

How did the Home Décor class help you grow?

The home decor class helped me by introducing this question into my approach – how do I take my work from satisfactory to exceptional? Once I was encouraged by Lila to ask myself this question it helped push my work to a more compelling level.

What did you discover about yourself?

I discovered that creating collections does not have to be scary or overwhelming, but fun! Breaking it down in the mini and then creating my final pieces for the assignment really helped and gave me the freedom to explore the topics in an engaging and pressure free way.

How would you describe the course to a friend?

I would describe this course to a friend like this: This class is a great way to learn about the industry and how you can contribute with your voice and in your style by being you. You’ll have the freedom to explore and then the support and focus to create high quality work you have confidence in sharing.

See more work here: Website | Instagram | Twitter

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Tina Löffler

This image shows my whole farm inspired collection. I’ve chosen this as my favourite because it’s like a summary of all 5 weeks and it shows how art can be placed on different substrates.

How did the Home Décor class help you grow?

The Home Decor class helped me to grow because it has opened my mind for so many different techniques how art can be placed onto home decor products.

What did you discover about yourself?

I discovered about myself that experimenting and trying out new things is very important for my growth as an artist. I’ve learned to give up control and just having fun.

How would you describe the course to a friend?

This class is an awesome opportunity to going one step further and it will give you and awesome insight in the home decor market. Lilla and Margo are the most lovable teachers I could imagine and I think you will love your classmates too.

See more work here: Website | Facebook | Instagram

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Sarah Papworth

This page is the one I created at the end of the course, with a design and different substrate from each week added. It’s my favourite because I picked all my best pieces and I enjoyed seeing how they came together as a range that I would happily buy for myself!

How did the home decor class help you grow?

I’m a homeware surface pattern designer, I took the course to push myself further and to create more portfolio work. It helped me grow massively in confidence, I found more joy in my work, and I re-learnt some forgotten Photoshop skills when mocking up images.

What did you discover about yourself?

I discovered that I really love having a little community (in the Facebook group), to go to with creative queries and just sharing work and helping others. And that if I spend more time on the ‘mini’ task, just playing around with techniques, I can create something different from what I usually do and have fun in the process.

How would you describe the course to a friend?

I would say its a way to leap forward in your design thinking and to grow so much as a designer. Lilla really helps you to think about things you might not consider naturally, giving you guidance to create great pieces.

See more work here: Website | Instagram | Facebook

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Jennifer Kiamzon Illustration

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I recently completed the Home Decor e-course back in February 2016. Attached is my favorite collection from the series. Below are my answers to the questions re. the Home Decor e-course and my profile info. Thank you for considering my work!

The Home Decor class helped me redirect my focus and approach to handling an assignment. In a way, Lilla gave me “permission” to play while I work, which has reinvigorated my art. If you want to have fun and enjoy your art career while learning a new craft, I would suggest taking this course!

See more here: Website | Blog

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Want a piece of the $60 Billion Home Decor industry?

What is home décor? It’s all the gorgeous and/or functional items in your house. It’s a booming market that needs tons of art, with over $60 billion in annual sales. Its massive growth is due in part to the popularity of home design TV shows, Pinterest, and Instagram, and stylish online retailers like One Kings Lane and Dot&Bo.

Art directors NEED your great art!

Our next live e-course, Make Art That Sells: Creating Collections for Home Décor starts May 16 and teaches you everything you need to know to create killer presentations with your art. Registration is open and we look forward to seeing your gorgeous designs.