Small Balsa Wood Sculptures

Small Balsa Wood Sculptures

Artist Statement:

     Rotation: I wanted to play with the concept of repetition, while not conforming to the natural rounded nature. I chose to create two stair step pieces that would float above each other, facing opposite directions to display the repeating pattern. In addition, the design of a braid was something formally I wished to create to add texture, as well as a more slowing element to counter-balance the geometric shapes of the rectangular wood pieces. The hot glue was added to not only fill the empty space, but to add a more visually appealing element with texture, and continue with the round about concept of circular motion in a more unconventional matter. 

   

Materials List:

• Balsa Wood
• Straight Pins
• Masking Tape
• Hot Glue

Rotation
Dimensions (14"x7"x 5")

Artist Statement:

     Empty Stance- was inspired for my love for geometric shapes and architecture. I wanted to play with space, so the base of the sculpture is supported by straight pins, allowing for a hollow underneath. In addition, I wanted to not only include 90 degree angles, but also being in a more circular aspect. Both platforms floating on either side of the base are rounded in nature, be it entirely, or partially. From there, I wanted to add height and have aspects of the design essentially floating in space, so I continued the rounded design by creating balls of tracing paper, wrapped in clear packing tape to add texture, and a gloss element to be more visually appealing. The masking tape was added for aesthetic purposes, to create clean lines in creates, and cut the space with more straight edges. 

Materials List:

• Balsa Wood
• Tracing Paper
• Straight Pins
• Masking Tape
• Clear Packing Tape
• Hot Glue

Empty Stance
Dimensions (13"x12"x4.75")

In Process-