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| Cosmic Leaf- Ross Lovegrove |
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| Rising Chair- Robert Van Embricqs |
"Art is but an imitation of nature". -Lucius Annacus Seneca.
The quote directly relates to the flowing fluid movement
which is obvious in this piece. The curved petal -like structures repeats the
motion which is created in nature by leaves. Like most
organic forms the influence of nature and its shapes come from the Art Nouveau movement, with smooth lines contrasting with the straight lines, much like the interaction
between humans and nature. The interaction in some places is obvious, contrasting to the smooth transactions between structures and joins to create one
whole shape and flow. The simple shape with no harsh edges and small
detailing in Cosmic Leaf is reflected into the fluid form design. The technique
of using textured materials to create volume and interest to the otherwise
smooth simple shape is a basis of design for both pieces .Cosmic Leaf serves a
function, a lamp that is suspended or standing, and because of this in the
materials used needed to be economic and safety conscious. Whereas the fluid-form
design is purely for the aesthetics, so there was no limitations on material
and so rhino-paper and thread were chosen because of their classic contrast
creating interest. The interactions between the straight lines in Rising Chair
draw the eye in and throughout the piece much like the lines in the fluid-form.
The contrast between the straight lines and curve are really successful and
create drama while keeping a fluid design shape. The contrasting lines and
interactions between the different shapes are an obvious reflection towards the
precedents working for an overall successful sculpture.
Mishayla Retimana.
References.
Feb 27th 2010, Rising Chair by Robert Van Embricqs, Retrived from http://www.pangpong.com/rising-chair-by-robert-van-embricqs
Jimmy M, April 18th 2009, Cosmic Leaf| Ross Lovegrove. Retrived from http://plusmood.com/2009/04/cosmic-leaf-ross-lovegrove/
