Hello

I am a designer, painter and illustrator based in North London.

Formerly trained in Fashion at Central Saint Martins, London. After graduation I participated in showcasing catwalk collections, raising money for various charities including Watoto, A21 and Cystic Fibrosis. Partnering with models, music producers & stylists. Later I was drawn back to work in art and surface pattern.

My first solo art show happened in North London, showcasing a collection of paintings, screen prints, printed fabric and wire sculptures. As time has passed by, I've continued to take part in events about Craft and Slow Fashion. A new Sustainable and Fashion Conscious collection came about in 2012. As of late, I've been given opportunities to teach & run workshops.

creation26 aims to consistently take conscious efforts to 'be a good steward of this beautiful planet'. By choosing to print with water based inks, choose recycled papers, fair-trade t.shirts, recycled tote bags, as well as re-using old mail bags.

What I can do for you: Mural / Illustrate / Fashion Design / T-shirt Design / Fashion Print / Interior Design / Create Colour Palettes / Run Craft Workshops / Talk About Sustainability

Reach out - let's have good coffee and chat.

Charlie Fleet.

Education

BA Hons Fashion Womenswear 2001/ 2004 - Central Saint Martins

HND Pattern Cutting 1999/ 2001 - London College of Fashion

Foundation Art & Design 1998/1999 - Newham College of FE (Design)

Foundation Art & Design 1996/1998 - Kingsway College, NW5 (Art)

Exhibitions, Workshops, Key Events

Art Teacher for HVH Arts - NW5 -November & December 2024 .... #comingsoon

Sewing Teacher to a short 6 wk course, teaching basic sewing skills, alongside one other teacher - NW5 - September 2024

Fashion Assistant to a summer project with HVH Arts, Gospel Oak NW5

Summer play scheme for children of the local community - creating printed t.shirts and tote bags - 2 day workshops, NW5

12 week Art & Mural workshop, NW5 - accredited to AQA Award Scheme ran on a Tuesday evening all girl's group. Finished end of Mar 2024. Paints donated by Victory Colours. Mural on display now for all to see.

Design an Interior Retail Space for Sloafer Shoes - designs for possible stand at 'Stylist Live' Fashion Event.

Sewing Instructor & Advisor - Traid - (across various councils in and around London) - ongoing since January 2023

Mural Workshop play scheme for children aged 8 - 14 yrs - NW5

Upcycling & Sustainability workshop for Year 6 girls (Inset Day)

Sewing Workshop assistant with Semsah & Traid

Upcycling & Sustainability Mend & Repair workshop - 'Kilburn Library of Things' & Traid - All 2023

Freelance Interior Designer - Hotel fit in SW7, Bartlett Management - 2021

Self directed project: Paint 2 Murals. Make Scrub bags for hospital staff & create a range of facemasks - 2020

Online shopping page for creation26, through website 'All By Mama'. late 2020

Creating bespoke products for individual customers & Market Stall - Growing Hope Christmas Fair - 2019

Market stall/ Pop ups - Alma St Fair, neighbourly street fair NW5 & Hampstead Christmas Fair - 2018

Fashion Print Tutor - 'Excel in the Arts', summer play scheme for 11/18 yrs. Teach print techniques & host fashion show - 2016

Pop Up event for creation26 - 'Happy Fashion Day' - 'AfroRetro SW9 - 2016

Assistant & 1st Assistant (latter) - DSUK Pop Up Fashion Events - 2011/ 2016

Participate in 'Brand Preview' for creation26 Capsule Collection - 'Print' category - 'Ethical Fashion Forum' - 2015

Craft Embroidery Workshop & Pop Up - Big Music Extra Fair - 2014

Craft Embroidery Workshop - Camden Community Fair - 2014

Market stalls - 'Big Green Picnic Fair & Alma St Fair - 2014

Upcycling fashion garments - 'Fashion stops Traffic' fashion event promoting awareness for A21 Campaign - 2013

Participate in 'Brand Preview' for creation26 Capsule Collection - ''New Generation' category - Ethical Fashion Forum' - 2013

Become a 'Source' Member & receive 'Fellowship 500' Certificate - Ethical Fashion Forum - 2012

Create new line of sustainable fashion range for creation26 - 2012

Fashion Designer for creation26 - presenting catwalk collections in & around London - 2008/2012 (Collaborate with 'Cross Mentors Fashion Events' raising awareness for Watoto, Cystic Fibrosis & A21. Take part in 'Faith with Fashion' event.)

Artist Contributor - 'Everything Conference' 2012 - Showcased a 'Ghetto Blaster' wire sculpture.

Solo Art Show - Flaxton Ptooch, NW5 - 2011 - Exhibited new range of printed textiles, screen prints, paintings & sculptures.

Create 1st Fashion collection after graduation - 'Positive Awareness Charity' - 2005