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# Project Description Things Matter CIC Darcy Jade Phillips Summary Final work Darcy Jade Phillips is a London based photographer, film-maker and writer. Her BA Dissertation explored how both visible and 'invisible' images of Iraqi's during the twentieth-century devalued their lives - using Colonial-era photography and The BBC coverage of The First Gulf War as case studies. She uses photography and film within her own practice to explore de-colonisation and other current social issues. Her main passion is fighting the negative effects of fast-fashion through visual-storytelling for Things Matter CIC: a community-interest company based in North London which aims to tackle the global textile waste crisis. Darcy Jade Phillips is a London based photographer, film-maker and writer. Her BA Dissertation ex... College London College of Communication Course BA (Hons) Photojournalism and Documentary Photography Graduation year 2025 Things Matter CIC is a community space in North London that aims to combat the global textile waste crisis through turning local resources into community assets. The fashion industry is the second greatest polluting industry in the world, producing 92 million tonnes of textile waste globally per year. Without action, this waste problem is expected to increase by 50% in the next 5 years. Through powerful visual storytelling, Things Matter CIC aims to bring awareness to these negative effects through the use of film, photography and an interactive installation. By showcasing the many ways people can ethically engage with clothes in a fun and community-rooted way, the work aims to challenge common misconceptions of sustainable fashion. Final work TMcic presents: KABO Clothing As part of an ongoing video series, Things Matter CIC spotlights emerging designers and their practices — unfiltered, honest, and rooted in sustainability. In each short episode, we sit down with creatives who are redefining what fashion can be. From upcycling techniques to personal philosophies, these conversations reveal the real work behind conscious design. View Gallery View Gallery View Gallery View Gallery View Gallery View Gallery Share this project Things Matter CIC is a community space in North London that aims to combat the global textile waste crisis through turning local resources into community assets. The fashion industry is the second greatest polluting industry in the world, producing 92 million tonnes o... A link to this page has been added to your clipboard Browse related work Activism Community Climate Emergency Nature & Environment Craft & Process Photography Film Fashion UpcyclingFashion Sustainability Community VisualCommunication
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