by Connor Thompson | Jun 2, 2026 | Alumni Profiles, Textiles Alumni
In my role as Creative Stylist, I am responsible for overseeing the styling of all e-commerce and seasonal brochure shoots, ensuring that every project aligns with the Barker and Stonehouse aesthetic and helps drive the brand forward. I have worked here for six years,...
by Connor Thompson | Jun 2, 2026 | Alumni Profiles, Textiles Alumni
After graduating with a Textiles Degree in 2017, I completed my PGCE and secured a full-time Lecturing role. In my role, I teach Level 1, 2, 3 and 4, and I teach multiple art & design disciplines throughout the course, as well as careers and personal development...
by Connor Thompson | Jun 2, 2026 | Alumni Profiles, Textiles Alumni
After graduating from the Textiles and Surface Design course in 2020, I started an Etsy shop selling stickers, prints and some original artwork. Since then, I have grown as an independent artist and feel very lucky to call this my full-time job. I still have my Etsy...
by Connor Thompson | Jun 2, 2026 | Alumni Profiles, Textiles Alumni
A few years after graduating, I started my own business, Jarpz, as a creative hobby which grew into something much bigger. It is now a multidisciplinary brand, specialising in custom footwear, fashion print design and live events & experiences. I have been lucky...
