Sculpture #1.
Coral Reef
Air dry clay, paint, ink, and wood base.
4 x 2 x 3
Sculpture #2.
Bleached Coral
Air dry clay, white paint, and wood base.
In-Process Images
Research #1.
Research #2.
Reflection Statement for Sculpture #1.
The Coral Reef sculpture is meant to captivate viewers with its bright colors, unique shapes, and realistic references to marine life. It displays the beauty and biodiversity of healthy coral reefs, which are vital in sustaining life in marine ecosystems. They function as centers of marine activity and habitats for marine creatures "with one quarter of all ocean species depending on reefs for food and shelter" (Smithsonian).
I focused on creating visual interest in this sculpture through eye-catching ink colors, textures, paint details, and an overall glossy affect created by Mod Podge. Since this is a figurative bust, I included a clay fish peeking out from a sea anemone. This piece allowed me to explore different artistic mediums like air dry clay and ink colors and learn how to use their natural qualities (texture and pigment) to my advantage.
Reflection Statement for Sculpture #2.
The sculpture entitled Bleached Reef is a clay representation of
bleached coral. Bleaching occurs when water temperatures rise to a
height which causes stress on the coral. In response to this stress,
the coral releases an important algae necessary for food and survival,
and turns white. I was inspired by the all-white appearance of bleached
coral in this sculpture because it symbolizes a depletion of life. I
utilized color to convey this lack of marine life and health. I also eliminated signs of life through removing any other living sea creature (in contrast to the Coral Reef sculpture). I hope this sculpture will bring awareness to the coral reef bleaching crisis.
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