Amy Kerr: How I Got Here
Date: 29/10/2026
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Join Amy Kerr, Irish textile designer, researcher and winner of the 2021 SDC International Design Competition Grand Final, as she shares the story of her journey from textile design student to researcher and educator in the Netherlands.
A graduate of the National College of Art and Design (NCAD), Amy has built a diverse career spanning textile design, research, sustainability and innovation. Along the way, she has received numerous awards and opportunities, including the SDC International Design Competition and the RDS Craft Awards, before completing an MSc in Innovative Textile Development at Saxion University of Applied Sciences.
In this webinar, Amy will reflect on the projects, experiences and decisions that have shaped her career, from her award-winning graduate project (s/b)ee, the alternative to her recent research into sustainable denim production. She will also discuss how engagement with the SDC helped open doors, expand her professional network and contribute to her ongoing development within the textile industry.
What you’ll learn
- Amy’s journey from NCAD graduate to textile researcher and educator
- How the SDC International Design Competition helped shape her career
- The story behind her award-winning graduate project, (s/b)ee, the alternative
- Insights from studying and researching textiles in the Netherlands
- The importance of sustainability and innovation in textile development
- Advice for students and recent graduates starting their careers
Whether you’re a student, recent graduate or established textile professional, this webinar offers an inspiring look at the opportunities that can arise through creativity, persistence and engagement with the wider textile community.
Thursday 29th October 2026
15:00 pm
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