Macbeth
For my second third year project I designed costumes for seven characters from Shakespeare’s Macbeth. I have set my adaption in the late 15th century, set during the backdrop of the end of The Wars of the Roses. Duncan is re-imagined as a Lord of an estate in northern England, aligned with the house of York. Macbeth is one of Duncan’s generals who betrays him and seizes power over his estate. My designs are also inspired by the rich textures and vibrant colours of this medieval period and the theme of blood is reinforced through my designs in stitching and threads.