February 2nd Studio Projects

Collage

Wire Sculpture

Artist Statement – Wire Sculpture

For this art project, I used a piece of wire and a wooden block as the base for my sculpture and added several beads while shaping the wire to create balance. One of the main challenges was getting the wire to balance properly on the wooden block, which took a lot of time and trial and error. Originally, I planned to use many beads to spell out my name, but the extra weight made the sculpture impossible to balance, so I simplified my design and used fewer beads. I really like the colours of the beads because they add visual interest to the piece, although I am slightly disappointed that I could not use more beads due to the difficulty of balancing them. Through this project, I learned that balance requires patience, persistence, and careful decision-making, and that small changes can have a big impact on the result. If I were to create this artwork again, I would bend the wire less and spend more time planning beforehand to make the process smoother and more successful overall. 

Bundle Dye

Artist Statement – Bundle Dye

For this art project, I created a bundle-dyed cotton fabric. I placed different natural materials, such as dried flowers, eucalyptus, and small pieces of bark, onto one side of the fabric. After arranging the materials, I rolled the fabric tightly, tied it with a string, and steamed it. Once it dried, I unrolled the cloth to reveal the final design. I did not run into any challenges while creating this piece. I did not have a specific strategy when placing the materials and chose to arrange them freely. I enjoyed working this way because it allowed the design to form naturally. I really like the colours and how the piece turned out. Through this project, I learned that experimenting without a plan can lead to interesting and unexpected results. If I were to do this project again, I would try using different materials to explore new patterns and designs. 

Collaborative Class Piece

Artist Statement – Collaborative Class Piece

This artwork is a collaborative class piece made by my partner and me. We switched back and forth between my painting and hers, filling in different taped-off sections. Because we were both working on each other’s pieces, we did not have full control over the final result. I decided to use black, grey, and white to create a greyscale. The tape created clear lines and sections, and the different choices we made added variety to my piece. Working this way made the process unpredictable, but interesting and fun. Through this project, I learned that collaboration requires trust and flexibility. Letting go of control helped me realize art can be unpredictable, but that is when some of the best pieces you make come alive.