Henry Wise Wood Student Work Gallery
This collection of pieces is aimed at establishing the relationships found and experienced when human emotion and the environment interact. Each piece and tryptic is designed to evoke a feeling that closely aligns with the subject matter or inspiration. The majority of this exhibition was inspired by the elements of fire, water, and wind, as well as the life that interacts with them. The reference to sight, vision, and speech in Do Not See, Speak or Hear Evil acts as a source of sensory stimulation for the rest of the exhibition. The horses in this piece act to represent the idea of giving a voice to living things which cannot speak on their own. I found the elements and senses to be very inspiring as well as captivating when seen together.
Within nature, the elements are represented in a variety of ways. It is for this reason that I chose to use a variety of different media and subject matter to convey a similar interpretation. The tryptic Uncontrollable was exceptionally captivating to create because I was able to physically use one of the elements to create the pieces. In glass blowing fire is the main material aside from glass, so being able to manipulate it in order to bring one of my visions to life was mesmerizing. I was able to physically bring the elements into my work again in Fire, Wind, and Earth Combined. Dream catchers are historically very inspired by nature so staying true to this I used real twigs from a tree in my yard to pull in the element of earth. Collectively each piece references the environment, whether through flowers or animal life, and its ability to peacefully coexist with human interaction. Some pieces were purely to pursue a media exploration, but nonetheless I chose to use a subject matter that would closely align with the desired theme and this is seen in The Dark Lord as well as Finnegan, referring to the roles animals play in the continual growth of our environment.
In an exhibition setting I would display my pieces in such a way that the pieces that directly embodied the elements and senses would be the focal point. All other pieces would trickle out to the sides of this, almost like a tree with its branches. This depiction would be a visual representation of the elements and the different aspects that make them up. All of the different colors included in my pieces would be a constant source of sensory stimulation such that those viewing my exhibition would be constantly feeling a sense of enlightenment and discovery.
Within nature, the elements are represented in a variety of ways. It is for this reason that I chose to use a variety of different media and subject matter to convey a similar interpretation. The tryptic Uncontrollable was exceptionally captivating to create because I was able to physically use one of the elements to create the pieces. In glass blowing fire is the main material aside from glass, so being able to manipulate it in order to bring one of my visions to life was mesmerizing. I was able to physically bring the elements into my work again in Fire, Wind, and Earth Combined. Dream catchers are historically very inspired by nature so staying true to this I used real twigs from a tree in my yard to pull in the element of earth. Collectively each piece references the environment, whether through flowers or animal life, and its ability to peacefully coexist with human interaction. Some pieces were purely to pursue a media exploration, but nonetheless I chose to use a subject matter that would closely align with the desired theme and this is seen in The Dark Lord as well as Finnegan, referring to the roles animals play in the continual growth of our environment.
In an exhibition setting I would display my pieces in such a way that the pieces that directly embodied the elements and senses would be the focal point. All other pieces would trickle out to the sides of this, almost like a tree with its branches. This depiction would be a visual representation of the elements and the different aspects that make them up. All of the different colors included in my pieces would be a constant source of sensory stimulation such that those viewing my exhibition would be constantly feeling a sense of enlightenment and discovery.
Uncontrollable
Liquid glass, Solid pieces of glass
10.2cm x 9.5cm x 10.2cm (x3)
These three glass blown pumpkins were originally focused on working with a new medium in a glass blowing studio as well as learning specific techniques from a professional . The green one has a speckled effect to symbolize the leaves on a tree, achieved by treating the glass with gas. The blue one is swirled to represent the movement of water; rendered using the technique of picking. Lastly, the red one to show the chaotic nature of fire, created by layering clear glass over colored glass.
Liquid glass, Solid pieces of glass
10.2cm x 9.5cm x 10.2cm (x3)
These three glass blown pumpkins were originally focused on working with a new medium in a glass blowing studio as well as learning specific techniques from a professional . The green one has a speckled effect to symbolize the leaves on a tree, achieved by treating the glass with gas. The blue one is swirled to represent the movement of water; rendered using the technique of picking. Lastly, the red one to show the chaotic nature of fire, created by layering clear glass over colored glass.
Do Not See, Speak Or Hear Evil
Watercolour, Low texture watercolour paper, India ink
31.8cm x 26.7cm (x3)
Inspired by the message of “see no evil, speak no evil, hear no evil”, this triptych is aimed at being loose and abstract compared to my other works. The three horses symbolize freedom and their colors create visual diversity from panel to panel. Adding the bars of color represents the stripping away of this freedom; purple restricting vision, green inhibiting hearing and red muffling speech.
Watercolour, Low texture watercolour paper, India ink
31.8cm x 26.7cm (x3)
Inspired by the message of “see no evil, speak no evil, hear no evil”, this triptych is aimed at being loose and abstract compared to my other works. The three horses symbolize freedom and their colors create visual diversity from panel to panel. Adding the bars of color represents the stripping away of this freedom; purple restricting vision, green inhibiting hearing and red muffling speech.
Let Her Fly Away (Tuesday, May, 28, 2019)
Block printing ink, Linoleum, Mayfair paper, Acrylic paint
27.9cm x 21.6cm (x3)
The saying “if you love something let it go” was the inspiration behind this piece. Printmaking was a new technique so I pushed myself to create a technical design. The girl faces away to symbolize the future, and what has yet to be discovered. The butterfly symbolizes discovery as well as the idea of learning to do things on your own. Together they serve to embody the idea of embracing a new found sense of freedom.
Block printing ink, Linoleum, Mayfair paper, Acrylic paint
27.9cm x 21.6cm (x3)
The saying “if you love something let it go” was the inspiration behind this piece. Printmaking was a new technique so I pushed myself to create a technical design. The girl faces away to symbolize the future, and what has yet to be discovered. The butterfly symbolizes discovery as well as the idea of learning to do things on your own. Together they serve to embody the idea of embracing a new found sense of freedom.
Fire, Wind and Earth Combined (Sunday, June, 13, 2019)
Suede yarn, Steel rings, Wax thread, Watercolour paper, Watercolour paint, Black ink pens, Feathers, Wood beads, Artificial flowers, Twigs, Glass balls, Acrylic paint
35.6cm x 15.2cm (x3)
Dreamcatchers were a way for me to step away from my typical media of choice, pencil crayons and explore a new material. Initially inspired by nature, these dreamcatchers now embody the elements. Fire is shown through the red and yellow hues and sunflowers, wind and water through the translucent orbs and wave like ink patterns and earth through the twigs and moss like textures. All three stay true to the original techniques used to weave a dreamcatchers web.
Suede yarn, Steel rings, Wax thread, Watercolour paper, Watercolour paint, Black ink pens, Feathers, Wood beads, Artificial flowers, Twigs, Glass balls, Acrylic paint
35.6cm x 15.2cm (x3)
Dreamcatchers were a way for me to step away from my typical media of choice, pencil crayons and explore a new material. Initially inspired by nature, these dreamcatchers now embody the elements. Fire is shown through the red and yellow hues and sunflowers, wind and water through the translucent orbs and wave like ink patterns and earth through the twigs and moss like textures. All three stay true to the original techniques used to weave a dreamcatchers web.
The Dark Lord (Tuesday, April, 2, 2019)
Low texture watercolour paper, Charcoal, Chalk pastel, Pencil crayon
45.7cm x 45.7cm
Based on an image of a hairless cat named “The Dark Lord”, this image depicts a hyper-realistic portrait. Bold black colour gives dimension to other features found in the face, brown hues found in the ears give depth to the image. Fine white lines found around the mouth serve to represent the cats minimalist personality. The simplicity of animal life closely aligns with the stillness of the elements depicted in “Fire, Wind and Earth Combined.”
Low texture watercolour paper, Charcoal, Chalk pastel, Pencil crayon
45.7cm x 45.7cm
Based on an image of a hairless cat named “The Dark Lord”, this image depicts a hyper-realistic portrait. Bold black colour gives dimension to other features found in the face, brown hues found in the ears give depth to the image. Fine white lines found around the mouth serve to represent the cats minimalist personality. The simplicity of animal life closely aligns with the stillness of the elements depicted in “Fire, Wind and Earth Combined.”
Simplistic Bloom (Friday, April, 3, 2020) Canvas, Acrylic paint 121.9cm x 60.9cm Stepping outside the box was the central theme for this piece. Line work and bold block colour. I wanted to portray a simplistic style of work that differed from my usually hyper realistic pieces in order to push myself outside my comfort zone. Each poppy was drawn using a single continuous line, the shape of the poppy was ideal for this. The blend of black to red pulls the poppies away from the stark white background. The “messy” feel of this piece fits in with the modern view of abstract art. |
Finnegan (Monday, March, 23, 2020)
Digitally done on Procreate then printed and stretched on canvas
60.9cm x 40.6cm
Directly based off of an image of my rescue dog Finnegan, I wanted to experiment with a new media, this being my first digital piece. Centered around colour matching, I used different shapes and hues to achieve the coloration and symmetry of the original photo. The angle of the photo shows Finnegans curious personality. Ultimately I wanted to achieve a better understanding of how to create and work with a digital platform.
Digitally done on Procreate then printed and stretched on canvas
60.9cm x 40.6cm
Directly based off of an image of my rescue dog Finnegan, I wanted to experiment with a new media, this being my first digital piece. Centered around colour matching, I used different shapes and hues to achieve the coloration and symmetry of the original photo. The angle of the photo shows Finnegans curious personality. Ultimately I wanted to achieve a better understanding of how to create and work with a digital platform.