Balsa Wood Sculptures

Two small balsa wood sculptures (8"). Materials: Balsa wood, heavy toned paper, wood glue. Artist Statement: The first balsa wood sculpture demonstrates the design principles of asymmetry and scale. Two similar forms are placed reflecting each other, and one form is a larger scale than the other. The juxtaposition of the two forms create balance and interest in the viewer. The two forms are connected by drooping track-like forms, a bigger one on top and a smaller one connecting them to the wood base they are on. This evokes balance and brings the viewers eyes back and forth on the sculpture as a whole. This sculpture attempts to illustrate ourselves and the reflections we make on both our lives and the lives of others. The second balsa wood and paper sculpture demonstrates the design principle of repetition and balance. The main form is a repetition of different sizes of wired paper, focusing on differing scales to create interest and balance. This form is raised on a base of balsa wood, but the structure holding it up is a much bigger swirl of paper. This sculpture shows the fragility and dissension of the world we live in, and it attempts to consolidate the busy and crowded nature of humanity.