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Set Project: 3D Research + Brainstorm

I did some research regarding 3D outcome for the set project.

I attaching also a sketchbook page with the Brainstorm process.

I have pondered artists from the Primitivism circle. However, they purely took inspiration from African masks. I found one exception so far. It is a relief on the wood stroke made by Gauguin. Frankly, I took it from the recently expanded movie about his biography. This idea I included in my sketch. I would need to change the surface because I do not have experience with the chisel. Therefore, considering the time given, I could not manage to finish it on time.

The other idea, which some pieces of information I concluded in an earlier post, is a bust in the cubist spirit. But then, I do need to know the subject for the bust.

My researches ended on Verner Panton furniture and his home designs. Undoubtfully, he has a great influent on the late XX century art. futuristic movement. His designs were recognisable in the period of the 60s and 70s. Which creates a part of psychedelic culture and my subject of matter. 

Verner Panton, Visiona II Exhibition for Bayer, 1970

According to Panton's explanation about his style “Most people spend their lives in boring, grey-beige comfort, deadly afraid of using any colors,” (Panton, n.d). He put a lot of experimentation forms not limiting to the colour ranges, described as exotic and vibrant. He formated a new technology without imagination barrier for people like he said ''in order to make their surrounding more exciting.''
The most interesting value I found is no extension in shapes. The structures of his designs are provoking me as well to include them in my project. Nevertheless, the main reason why I chose this subject, is the close relation to the late 60s albums. In those times, this theme was mostly repeating. Due to drug use and hippie movements, this art period was unlimited. The perfect example is in the picture above. Summing up those points, ''Panton found deep meaning in color and in plastic he found a medium to create immersive and powerful statements that showcased the color’s message'' (Dicken, 2021). Therefore, following this statement, I will give greater attention to the colours. Usually, I have a problem with painting the sculpture because I find it not necessary. I believe that during this task I will breakthrough that fear.
Furthermore, Panton's patterns were strictly connected to the late 60s prints. He created a stylish, colour gradience (palette) with waving effect. Which definetely will have a significant part in my 2D series.

Verner Panton, textile design, 1969

I drew some characteristic shapes in the middle chart. I reckon that would be useful in further steps in creating the shape. 
I wondering if I could use thick paper or flattered clay shapes to create a 3D object. Still, by writing this I mean the connection with Panton's design. 
I found also a sculpture from the Primitivism period. Where I think features all mentioned points. It also in some way is flattered and catching facial features. What is most important, is aesthetic. Unfortunately, I cannot specify the name of the artist. On the website, I saw this title. The sculpture is from Gabon, Africa, dated in the 19th century. 
 
The William Rubin Kota, XIX century

  
Moreover, it is a simplified interpretation. Therefore, I would like to conclude it in my sketchbook as well. 
Concasing the main inspirations for the 3D outcome, I will use:
Picasso 
Paul Gauguin
African masks 
Verner Panton
I only need to develop those ideas in the sketchbook. However, I expect the final results after a 2D series. 

References:

Dicken, E. (2021) Dive into the Psychedelic World of Verner Panton. [Online] Messy Nessy Chic. Available from : https://www.messynessychic.com/2021/03/17/dive-into-the-psychedelic-world-of-verner-panton/ [Accessed 16/04/21].

Christie's (2015) The William Rubin Kota | Christie’s. [Online] www.christies.com. Available from : https://www.christies.com/features/The-William-Rubin-Kota-6073-3.aspx [Accessed 16/04/21].

Panton, V. (1970) Visiona II Exhibition for Bayer.

Panton. V. (1969) Textile design.

The William Rubin Kota. (1900).

Comments

  1. Sam Dargan19 April 2021 at 22:38

    If you run with the idea of creating a narrative based on Sgt Peppers, you could combine that idea - Primitivist influenced characters with the aesthetic of something like Yellow Submarine - there are comparisons - the use of colour, the curved lines, the exaggeration of figures, the fantastical and simplistic backgrounds.

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