Artist in Residence: Richard Bell

Hello from Fish and Chips HQ!
This month we have had the pleasure of Quartier21 Artist in Residence, Richard Bell, here in the MuseumsQuartier Wien. Throughout July Richard has been working on the development of his most recent project in the AiR studio as well as preparing to showcase his latest piece, 'Bubble Tank', as part of 'Fish and Chips, Twice Please?!' Last week marked the opening of his presentation in our temporary showcase space which introduces new designers, graduates and emerging talent.
Richard Bell is a British designer and recently graduated with a 1st Class Honours in BA (hons) Furniture and Related Product Design, Sheffield Hallam University. Alongside concept development, design and construction of contemporary furniture his work also branches into photography, street art and installation taking influence from commercial product manipulation, glass work, germination processes and mental health issues.
Projects have included commissioned works for ‘Toast’, a conceptual design platform and boutique and a laser cutting collaboration showcased at London Fashion Week and in New York as part of an AIDS awareness presentation.
During his time as AiR Richard was also selected to show items of his work at 'New Designers' at the Business Design Centre earlier this month. He has been working as part of the Fish and Chips team including getting involved with our Kid's workshops and offering his photography skills to various aspects of the project.
Richard's work is currently exhibited as part of 'Fish and Chips, Twice Please?!' in the freiraum quartier21 INTERNATIONAL so pop in and check it out!
You can see more of his work: www.richardbelldesign.com


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Team Fish and Chips
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Artist in Residence; Catherine Mudford

Hello!
This week saw the much anticipated arrival of one of our Artists in Residence, American-British knitwear designer and Central Saint Martins student, Catherine Mudford.
Catherine arrived in Vienna to participate in the Quartier21 AiR programme and will be working on creating a knitwear collection which will be showcased as part of the 'Fish and Chips, Twice Please?!' New Designer Showcase which is included in our active side programme.
Studio 713 has been transformed into a woolly emporium where Catherine will be experimenting with the traditional craft of knit, contemporary knitwear design and concept development of her project. She is also a member of Team Fish and Chips so shall be helping out with the exhibition and using Vienna as her creative base.
Paparazzi style, we paid her a visit in her studio to check out what she is working on so check out our latest photos!
Salt and Vinegar Wishes
Team Fish and Chips
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