Designer Katie Cadwallader and her inspiration
The Ferguson’s Gang story and the role of these remarkable women is an important part of Cornwall’s history. To explore the legacy of the Ferguson’s Gang designer Katie Cadwallader developed a series of visuals inspired by Clough Williams-Ellis’s polemic England and the Octopus.
As a graduate of Falmouth University, and winner of various young designer awards, Katie is a leading voice for young women working in the design industries. Since joining Supple Studio her highlights include designing a set of Votes for Women stamps for the Royal Mail and a host of high-profile projects for Channel 4, University of the Arts London, Royal Institution, NSPCC and The Royal Mint.
In the Gang….Kestle Barton and Fouthland
In partnership with Kestle Barton: Rural Centre for Contemporary Arts, the National Trust is also delighted to be supporting artist collective Fourthland and students from Helston College to explore the story of the Ferguson’s Gang in a contemporary creative context.
Further Reading
Ferguson’s Gang, the Remarkable Story of the National Trust Gangsters by Polly Bagnall and Sally Beck. Published by Pavilion Books.
https://www.fergusonsgang.com/