Holly Morrissey
she/her
Making [My]celial Memories
Making [My]celial Memories symbolises the unseen relationship between my father and myself. Although we did not have a close tangible relationship for many years, the connection still existed, much like mushrooms connected through interconnected mycelial root systems.
My inspiration is from mushroom forms, specifically ones indigenous to Ireland that I discovered through an interest in mushroom foraging. This interest emerged as I reconnected with my dad after years without contact. It is something we do together, my Dad and I.
This project is not only cathartic, it is one about well-being, about a journey of growth and renewal. While rebuilding is challenging, with uncertainties, it has taught me to be hopeful, self-reliant and adaptive as the growth and rebuilding matures.
Degree project photoshoot
Smocked and pleated muslin top and skirt. Pleated calico overskirt, naturally dyed using mushrooms. Crochet detailing and knitted shoulder piece in Donegal yarn.
Donegal tweed bodice and overskirt with linen sleeves and underskirt. Naturally dyed trim and lining.
Pleated calico bodice and skirt, naturally dyed using mushrooms, with crochet detailing in Donegal yarn.
Knitted dress in Donegal yarn, with linen shoulder piece, naturally dyed Suffolk puff, and crochet and free-stitch detailing.
Research
Smocked calico with pleated muslin.
Pleated bodice, naturally dyed using dyer’s polypore mushrooms.
Close-up of knitted dress in Donegal yarn.
Smocked and pleated muslin top and skirt with crochet detailing. Naturally dyed pleated calico and linen overskirt with free-stitch detailing.
