Research for the start of Unit X

The start of this project we visited Blackpool Pleasure Beach as i have never been to the iconic British resort i was quite excited about what i would find. We were told the history of the park and the family that has owned since the founder William G.Bean in 1896. His business plan involved the creation and investment of bigger and better rides to attract new customers. For example the victorian "Hotch Kiss Bicycle rail ride. To some of the more modern day rides like "Pepsi Max". However i was very interested by the older vintage rides and the comparison between the two rides types.

Our Guide then explain the park started as and american style theme park, which created excitement as it was very different for the british public. As when we had our tour the park was closed for maintenance it was really helpful as we could get a really picture of how the park looks and works. Getting to see the brand new ride such as, "Spongebob Splash back" and "Wallace and Grommet ride" each costing £7 Million. I found inspiration for looking at the shapes and negative spaces created by the rides metal structure. Hopefully i will be able to incorporate these shape into my work.

We also had the opportunity to view the entire costume department which is not on view to the pubic normally. I enjoyed diving into the the rails of garments. I particularly like the feather outfits and head pieces. 

From look at these archives I decided to look into shape and what negative shapes I could develop.