British Academy Television Craft Awards 2022

Owen was approached by BAFTA to create over fifty handcrafted table centres and a large photobooth backrop and props for the 2022 British Academy Television Craft Awards in London.

Inspired by the award's branding, Owen began by creating a large illustration featuring a swirling mass of forms linking to the various categories and using the award's bright and vibrant but nicely limited colour palette.

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For the table centres Owen developed the illustration to devise a sculptural swirling form that could spiral upwards sitting on a thin central vase. We then added an array of bright and bold details, cut into and added onto the swirl, as well as a selection of additional coloured layers to really bring the piece to life. This was finished off perfectly by a selection of gorgeous bold and beautiful flowers, teaming up with the brilliant East London florists Rebel Rebel.

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This was a mammoth task, especially knowing that the guests would be sat looking at the pieces for hours from all angle, but thanks to the help of my amazing assistants we’re really happy with the final results and it was lovely getting nice feedback from the guests.

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Alongside the table centres Owen was asked to create a large backdrop artwork to be used in the photobooth for the award guests to enjoy.  Using the large swirl illustration as the backdrop Owen set about creating a selection of 3D paper props for guests to hold in the shots, as well as additional items to be sat on the tables. It was wonderful to see everyone having so much fun in there, especially a range of BAFTA winners and award presenters, and a perfect way to celebrate a job well done!