UWM Mixed MediaORIGINAL |
Built for SuccessSize: Height - 16 cm
Width - 8 cm Depth - 6 cm Medium: Cloth, coins and metal on wood Date: December 5th, 2018 Exhibition Text
"Built for Success" was created to express the work someone puts into themselves in order to build their success. In order to make this piece a mixed media I included the materials of scrap metal pieces, wire, electrical tape, fabric, coins, and wood. I wanted to cover the concept of self appreciation and pride to giving yourself credit for your own success, creating multiple sculptures to further enhance the concept. Following the inspirations of Andrew Myers, I incorporated the technique of using metal scraps to create a sculpture within the styles of Rene Magritte and John Singer Sargent.
My original piece only consisted of one sculpture, however after conferencing and receiving critiques on my piece, it was recommended that I add more sculptures to solidify the idea of the ability to build yourself up. I accepted the constructive criticism given and applied it to my new and revised pieces to make it stronger, overall. I also changed components such as the wooden toadstool and the gluing technique at the bottoms of the feet.
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