Thursday, March 20, 2014

Point of View



Partner: Elizabeth Cox
Point of View: Cigarette

The flames around the edge represent the burning cigarette, and the circular shape is used to portray the shape of a cigarette. The smoke and the placement of her lighter is used to suggest that she is smoking. The black around the edge is used to indicate the ash inside cigarettes.

Sunday, March 16, 2014

Journal #6


Took these guys on their first walmart run. We took the dolly to get drinks.


They're helping me clean up the dorm.


And now they're fooling around... climbing on everything.


They love my suitemates' bungee chair.

Monday, March 10, 2014

Journal #5


Uh oh. They found my suitemates' cards. This isn't the game for them...


They're so interested in my suitemate's homework.


They're trying to figure out how to make the bracelets I always wear. I'll have to teach them one day.


They love recycling.

Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Jason Hackett Observations & Questions

Observations:
  • There are various lines in his pieces, whether it's jagged, straight, curved, bumpy, etc.
  • His pieces are mainly sculptural or ceramic.
  • There are recurring religious images, such as Jesus or a cross.
  • Many of his sculptures and ceramic work involve him piecing together various items, so the proportions aren't necessarily perfect or the lines don't match up exactly.
  • There's a repetitious use of body parts, such as feet, hands, or faces.
Questions:
  • Do you make all your pieces or do you find pieces and place them together?
  • Where do you get the inspiration for your pieces?
  • Do you have a vision or theme to create a sculpture piece or do you just place them together?
  • How long does it take you to make a sculpture?
  • Do you ever make a piece with the intention to break it?

Response:

I really enjoyed hearing the symbolism behind his pictures. For instance, the green feet in a circle actually represents a wreath, and the feet were actually bear paws. I would have no way of knowing that from simply looking at the sculpture. The last artist we spoke with had heavy symbolism in relation to his life, but this artist considered the aesthetic and functional appeal in some regards, such as if it were hanging on the wall, there may be size restrictions. I thought it was particularly interesting how he said he connects to his sculptures in the way that someone might connect to something more literal. It made me think how everyone sees everything differently based on their prior knowledge and experiences and to keep that in mind when creating anything.

Sunday, March 2, 2014

Journal #4


They're always so eager to help. They were really interested in my UPC code project.


They're getting so pumped for spring break! I told them they still have a few more days though...


They sure love popcorn.


I can't believe they've never seen a ring pop before.

UPC Code


Final: