http://vilmajar.com/blog Design Student Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:51:25 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="4"] February 2010 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2010/02/silicon-bracelet/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="4"] February 2010 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2010/02/urban-doll/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="4"] This is my Contextual Report for my final year project. In this paper, I propose that there is no need to undergo expensive, psychologically and physically painful procedures in finding your perfect look. Essential parts of the human psyche - confidence and self-esteem - could be easily ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2010/01/contextual-report/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="4"] These are little brooches I have made to sell at Barbican. They all hand stitched, designed and made by me. Aren't they cute? Yes, they are... I think so too... :)))) December 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/12/barbican-lates-christmas-bazaar-2/ Goldsmiths Design students (I with my friends) will be taking part in this amazing venue at Barbican. We will be selling had made items for up to £3 and all the money we will raise will go towards our final year degree show. December 2009[gallery] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/12/barbican-lates-christmas-bazaar/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="4"] December 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/12/sketching-book-_01/ December 2009[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="4"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/12/briefing-document/ Movie illustrating the field of my research. Watch it here[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="4"] December 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/12/confidence/ “Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.” (Dale Carnegie) December 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/12/message-to-myself/ Soft Toy. Bambi Daliukas / Babėnas© November 2009[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/the-day-today/ Felt Toy November 2009[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/the-day-before-tomorrow/ Old stool. Felt. Paint. November 2009 [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/achair/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] A note by Livia Rossi. November 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/anote/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="4"] Sandra Kit Plastic, metal and mixed materials, USA , Europe and Japan, 2020 Sandra plastic surgery kit was a revolutionary example of domestic surgery. It became popular with large numbers of ordinary people who were interested in building self-confidence. It was, however, always controversial in medicine circles, as people could perform procedures ( Abdominoplasty, Blepharoplasty, ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/the-archaeology-of-futures-sandra/ [gallery] Morning. Dark Autumn morning. Wake up. Shower. Wardrobe. Coffee. Newspaper. Pen. Dark circles on the top of smiling faces. Scared / Shattered. No mirrors. No looking at reflection . Leaving. Wind  plays in my hair. I look like I am on fire. Falling leaves. I am grey. Grey like a winged bat. Grey like a rat searching in the scrap-heap. I am ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/the-archaeology-of-futures-story/ November 2009[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/the-arcaeology-of-futures-playing-with-object-form/ The aim of this workshop is to create both objects and narrative contexts as one single outcome. During the development process the first would feed the second and one vice versa in order to achieve new kinds of product typology that would talk about possible futures and the way we ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/the-archaeology-of-futures-workshop-by-el-ultimo-grito/ One evening I was browsing on the internet and came across of these amazing artistic models  from Alexander McQueen Fall 2009 Ready-to-Wear Collection. I don't know what you think - but I personally think that they are awesome. November 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/fashion-to-die-for/ Soft Toy November 2009[gallery link="file" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/spurga/ After our presentations, we had 2 minutes to debate between presenting groups. Surprisingly, the audience voted  for us agreeing with our argumuments that DESIGN IS POLLUTION! November 2009[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/design-is-pollution/ Props ready for the debates. November 2009[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/design-pollution/ This projects was one week joint project , where second & third year students had a chance to meet and design together. I was working alongside of: Brittany Gragham (3rd year) and Danny Morgan, Alice B., Nicolette (2nd year). As a group we had to create 30 copies of  A5 ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/design-is-dead-long-live-design/ Soft Toy November 2009[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/hi-protinis/ Soft Toy[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] November 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/hi-i-am-dryzheko/ Soft Toy November 2009[gallery] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/11/hi-i-am-dankietiz/ This poster is designed to illustrate the research project about quiet electrical cars that cause danger for blind and children. Size A2[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] October 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/10/quiet-car-killer-fear/ These rings were made to visualize the connection between computer and its user. As soon as user gets by the computer (MAC), the rings reacts to magnetic stripe and sticks on it. Total: 11 rings October 2009[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/10/rings/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] This book is designed to record the history of our body marks, visualising the event and the story behind it. October 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/10/the-story-of-my-body-marks/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] A2 size Acrylic painting. October 2008 / October 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/10/friends-from-gumageko/ This workshop was designed to help student to generate their starting points from which they could develop their final year major project. We were required to come up with 9o points of inspiration ranging in scale and type; encompassing whole areas of design whilst also focusing on small observations, situations, ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/10/4860plus/ Marina Ravicini and I, both visited Pavilion of Art & Design, where we met people Marina already knew from her workplacement in Florida. It was a very nice and relaxing way to spend Sunday's morning, which set very good vibes for the rest of the week.[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] October 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/10/pavilion-of-art-design/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] Sorry for not publishing any post recently! I had wonderful summer working on my placements with CHK Design and STUDIO MYERSCOUGH! And... guess - I was busy! yes yes - busy! I learned so much!!! I had my hands on so many projects - thanks for that ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/10/sorry/ That was awesome! Happy birthday Kin! September 2009[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/09/kin-design-birthday-bash/ Coffee always taste better, when you drink it from this lovely JC De Castelbajac cup (Spring 2009 JC In the Sky With Diamonds collection). Big thank for this present to Morag Myerscough September 2009[gallery] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/09/coffee/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] My group (Lizzy, I and Michael) was one out of 3, shortlisted to present to Nokia Design // London. Today is a BIG DAY! A day of our presentation. July 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/07/presenting-to-nokia-design-london/ [gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="2"] We want you for the first London Barterama, where all forms of printed matter (books, prints, textiles, mugs, posters, postcards etc) can be exchanged. No money allowed, no commercial interest, open to all and free of charge! Everybody is welcome to bring their wares and take part on the ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/07/barterama/ Adobe Flash Animation July 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/07/runing-horse-for-chk-design/ Today I had a look at Kin-design's web page and found some pictures from the project we did together in March 2009. Photographs can be found: www.kin-design.com/docs/goldsmiths-200903.html May 2009 [gallery link="file" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/05/kin-goldsmiths-nokia-on-kin-design-web/ This project was made using recycled materials. Portfolio is printed on 100% recycled Greyboard 1200 mic. Case is made out of the cardboard found on London's streets. Type: Helvetica Neue Bold April 2009[gallery link="file" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/portfolio/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Type: Helvetica Neue Bold CV is printed on 100% recycled Greyboard 600 mic April 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/business-card/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Illustration December 2008 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/happy-people/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] InsideOut Studio logo. February 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/insideout/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Felt hair bands. May 2007 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/pakameko-and-friends/ Now you can also find me on Flickr. To view my profile, please look for Vilma Jaruseviciute or go to: http://www.flickr.com/photos/vilmajar/ April 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/i-am-on-flickr/ Reading Kin Design Twitter's feed I followed the link they posted, and guess what I found??? A picture from my presentation... Hurray! :) http://www.flickr.com/photos/kindesign/3387629522/in/photostream/ Thanks to Matt & Kevin from www.kin-design.com April 2009[gallery link="file" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/a-picture-on-flickr/ Pillows. Felt Fabric. Toy filling. Scissors. Needle. Thread. March 2008[gallery] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/cloudy-day/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Goldsmiths and Kin were working together on live NOKIA brief, where students working in groups (including me) had to design and present their exhibition stands that would communicate new SOLO (Social Location) technology. This screen shot makes me proud! March 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/kin-design-life-brief/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] This was 6 weeks project, where I worked alongside my other friends: Lizzy Burt and Michael Richardson. The brief of the project was to design a 5m square exhibition space in Brick Lane that would communicate Nokia's new 'social location' technology. The outcome had to capture visitor's attention and ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/kin-design-nokia-live-brief/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] This project was an interesting and challenging journey, as my main aim was not to create something beautiful, beneficial to a society but opposite - to create negativity that people would remember and talk about. As an artist I was re-shaping an old area's face. I was designing ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/anti-social/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Last Will and Testament Cheque Book October 2008 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/birthmarriagedeath/ This film was created to illustrate my research for Design Project called: Birth. Marriage. Death. I was working in Death's group and researching how people preparing themselves for death and what do they want to do before they will die. Enjoy! October 2008 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/pre-death/ Brief: to analyse a location allocated by the course coordinator and identify the means by which the space has been organised to effect the particular use of that space. My task was to change the way the space is used, perceived or experienced by designing and implementing small intervention. In my ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/on-location/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] SOMNIPHOBIA – a fear of sleep. Researching Somniphobia, I carefully examined the causes of this phobia and came up with bed linens design, which should help people to build back their lost confidence, feeling of security and wash their fear away… By hiding a real person between faces and limbs ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/phobia-somniphobia/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] What is super ordinary? Please, try to define. December 2007 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/super-ordinary/ This project was my first project being as a student at Goldsmiths. Our task was to create an artifact that would represent us to a person we don't know. October 2007[gallery] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/present-yourself/ February 2009[gallery link="file" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/cv/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Typeface: Swis721 Lt BT Light March 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/poster-1/ Illustration. Typeface: Swis721 Blk2 BT March 2009 [gallery] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/hi/ The brief was to design 210mm x 210mm size poster for a small Poussin Gallery based in London, SE1. Typeface: Futura (TT) Medium and Courier Regular November 2008[gallery link="file" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/poussin-gallery/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] The brief was to design a flyer for the lectures to be given by Wolfgang Weingart, using A5 size paper, either landscape or portrait, maximum 2 fonts and up to 3 colours. Before starting our designs, we had to research Weingart and see what style might be appropriate ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/04/wolfgang-weingart/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Samples from The Colour House printers. http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/samples-from-the-colour-house/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] 27 March 2009 was the deadline for Ethics & Sustainability essay submission. I was writing about Ars Viva | Arts of Survival. Slums. March 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/ars-viva/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Goldsmiths Graphic Design Workshop students made a visit to New Cross printers: The Colour House. Where we had 1,5 hours guided tour, ask & answer session + 3 samples from a printer's achieve. 25th March 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/the-colour-house/ This is my first Adobe Flash animation, which was created to illustrate the sound sample, provided by my teacher Pete Rogers. All illustrations were hand made, using paper, glue, scalpel and a scanner. March 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/dollar-bills/ First stop frame movie. April 2008 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/colorama/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Felted toys. Year 2007 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/monsters/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] The book is about creative packaging and different ways of folding. With clear technical drawings + CD! Just take to laser cutter and cut it! March 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/the-packaging-and-design-templates/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Wonderful book with ''details for distinctive designs''. I got it this week and it already become my personal bible. March 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/100-graphic-elements/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] What a day today... Some more samples through the letter box straight away from Hong Kong. Ok - samples might look a bit 'tired' but the quality and price are very good + FeDex delivery! http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/print100com/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Today I made a visit to GF Smiths warehouse. WOW. The variety of stock they got, is simply amazing. I was lucky to get a sample swatch and few sheets of A2/A1 size paper, including Cranes Lettra 100% Cotton 600gsm (£100 per 25 sheets). I call it - ... http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/gf-smiths-paper/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] A lovely sample swatch has reached me in a post. Hooray! http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/a-parcel-from-robert-horne-papers/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] Yesterday I made a visit to this fantastic printing place. As a result - I got a bunch of nice samples sitting on my desk. http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/benwell-sebard/ I WANT to go there! Anyone[gallery link="file" columns="2"] wants to join? http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/cutpaste-london/ We :Mindaugas Vaiciulis & Vilma Jaruseviciute (I am in the picture! hahaha) are taking part in Photography Competition. Please vote for our photograph and if we will win - we'll invite you for a glass of wine. There is a link: http://www.atasteforlife.co.uk/index.php/gallery/#/3352765099 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/be-a-friend-vote-for-us/ Check my work on Vimeo: There is a link to my profile page: http://www.vimeo.com/user1382766 Enjoy! http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/vimeo/ Pencil. Size 420mm × 594mm[gallery link="file" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/dainora-portrait/ Triptych Jazz. Lino print. May 1999[gallery link="file" columns="2"] http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/03/jazz/ Wow! Since yesterday you can find me on twitter. Keep checking my status on http://www.twitter.com/vilmajar http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/02/twitter/ Today I had a great pleasure meeting with Goldsmith's external examiner, Fiona Raby! What we were talking about in our 1:1, I'll keep in SECRET :P 19 February 2009 http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/02/fiona-raby/ [gallery link="file" columns="2"] I was helping to Goldsmiths 3rd year students setting up their final Degree Show, in Brick lane, at Old Truman Brewery, London http://vilmajar.com/blog/2009/02/free-range-degree-show/