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Maria Hjelm

MA work

MA work

On my tiptoes
eager to learn
respectful of the craft

have to see for myself
want to explore
find my way to tradition

discover my own classics

the body sets the framework
striving for grace and refinement
concepts stripped to pure essentials
reduced to perfection

weighing tradition against technology
balancing the bodyweight
between bespoke and mass production
in the hands of the tailor

thinking in modules
forging uniform principles
adjusting and allowing
customising

Leaving footprints

Info

Info

  • MA Degree

    School

    School of Design

    Programme

    MA Fashion Womenswear, 2007

    Specialism

    Footwear

  • On my tiptoes
    eager to learn
    respectful of the craft

    have to see for myself
    want to explore
    find my way to tradition

    discover my own classics

    the body sets the framework
    striving for grace and refinement
    concepts stripped to pure essentials
    reduced to perfection

    weighing tradition against technology
    balancing the bodyweight
    between bespoke and mass production
    in the hands of the tailor

    thinking in modules
    forging uniform principles
    adjusting and allowing
    customising

    Leaving footprints

  • Experience

  • Designer's Assistance, TN_29 Footwear Design, London, 2005-present; Lastmaker (Work Experience), John Lobb Bootmakers, London, 2006; Accessory and Footwear Designer, Jessica Ogden, London, 2004-5; Shoemaker, Paul Harnden Shoemakers, Brighton, 2004
  • Awards

  • Winner, Accessory Design, Ykk Award, 2006