Sketches Process Work Final Result Artist Statement The process for this project began with sketches. After playing around I remembered a technique that is used in packaging design to create rigid box structures where you do not fully cut the material and it allows you to create curves and corners. With this technique in mind, the sketches shifted into pieces that utilize this technique. As I kept sketching, I decided on a design that was inspired by a squid. Using a sharpie, I traced the shapes that I wanted onto foam and cut it out using a box cutter. I then used a drill with a sanding attachment to help clean up the edges of the foam. From there, I started layering on plaster and used mesh to help attach the rounded edges together. After the plaster had dried, I used sandpaper to smooth out the piece a little, but I really liked the texture, so I did not make it fully smooth. Finally, I was ready to paint the squid and used red spray paint to bring the squid to life. However, t...
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