Decoration of the Public Self

For my performance, I intend there to be a vast difference in the presentation of the public self outside Studio 1 and the private self inside the performance space. To create the juxtaposing atmosphere between the two selves I have been looking into different ways to decorate the public space. Today I went to Dunelm Mills to explore the possibilities of fabrics for the curtains which I will use at the start of the performance. I was drawn to the artist Pierre et Gilles whose extravagant art is the inspiration behind the kind of design I want for my screen.

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The extravagant  flowers and butterflies in this image reflect the kind of design which would be perfect for a screen. I want a design which is beautiful and encompassing of the happy, bubbly personality of my public self. I struggled to find something of the same extravagance, however found some prints which could work. The following fabrics include flower and strawberry designs.

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 (Fabrics, taken by myself. 17/04/2014)

 

Next I will need to research more designs and measure the space to see how much material I need. To further decorate the space I will add brightly coloured throws and cushions for the audience to sit on, fresh flowers and flower petals, fairy lights and personal soft toys which will give the space a cosy yet positive vibe.

 

 

Works Cited

[online] Available from: http://www.pinterest.com/chewie101/alice-in-wonderland/ [accessed 17/04/2014]

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