MOSI.......rozalyn mcintyre

I went to the museum of science and industry to gain some inspiration for the beginning of the unit x project. I found much of the industrial machines exciting and inspiring and a great insite in to the history of manchesters manufacturing industry. 
From Looking at the old water pump machines and the fans, that cool the engines of the machines, i began i take an interest in the shapes and patterns entwined within the materials used and enjoyed the way movement created different views and angels.
Although the materials used are for industrial purposes and not from a textile angel, i feel these images can be benifical wen exploring texture, shape, pattern and movement.
Hmmmmmm Idea i think.........

After viewing the above, I then ventured to the 'Textile/design' area and was astounded by the complexcity and overwhelming amount of machinery that is held inside. Bearing this in mind, the amount of manual work that would of had to of been used to be able to use the machines is unbelievable and comparing to 21st century machinery, its far from what we are used too....
Once again, i really liked the way the machines were formed and the patterns the looms in which the cotton was threaded, made.

Below are some textiles designs and materials that were made/used and are displayed throughout the manchinery.