It was suggested to me by several peers that I start to combine my collages with my sculpture. I started on this piece by making tons and tons of paper using spray paint to leave patterns and marks. I cut diamonds out and started layering them on to the form. I am commemorating living in a house with two wonderful women, where we conversed around a bonfire in the summer. More updates to come soon!
I found a scrap piece of plywood in the wood shop scrap box. I liked the door shape that it left and I imagined a tunnel to another place. I made this for one of my best friends, Sarah. There was a monumental tragedy in her life and I wasn't physically there to reassure her that she was loved. For the week that I had to wait to see her, I made this little collage as a coping mechanism but also because I wanted her to know that I was thinking about her. I was inspired by a song by The Drums, "Down by the water," the lyrics expressed my feelings, almost exactly. Songs rarely do that for me.
DOWN BY THE WATER
(selected lyrics)
You've gotta believe me when I say
When I say the word "forever"
And whatever comes your way
We'll still be here together
I know it's hard, I know it's hard
But I understand you, just take my hand
If you fall asleep down by the water
Baby, I'll carry you all the way home
If you fall asleep down by the water
Baby, I'll carry you all the way home
