Artists That Inspire Me:
Olafur Eliasson is Danish-Icelandic artist who is known for his large sculptures and pieces. He is one of my favourite contemporary artists because he works a lot with perspective and all his work has a strong meaning behind it. He uses his work to get people to see the problems the world is facing and help people see the effects of their actions. But he also creates pieces of artwork that are supposed to get the viewer to interact with it. He tries to find the beauty in everything, so with his most of his work, you need to look at it a certain way, or wait for it to get to a certain point before you can see the beauty and creativity that is the piece.
Merz meaning: Merz means the summarization of all conceivable materials for artistic purposes.
Schwitters was denied a place in Club Dada, due to it being clear that he did not agree with the philosophy, but he did enjoy the method. This was the ultimate reason he was denied a place in Club Dada. Because of this he decided to create his own movement, and he called it 'MERZ'.
'Merzbau' by Kurt Schwitters, created 1923-1937. This piece is an instillation filling an entire house. He slowly started his work on the first room in 1923, and finished the room in 1933. he transformed, in total, five rooms (potentially six), over the 14 years. This unusual piece was destroyed during World War II. its a combination of sculptural and experiential. To create this piece he used various different materials such as plaster, for the structure, and Shoelaces, drafting pencils, cigarette ends, dental bridges and many more for the details. it was descirbed as a daily-changing document on Schwitters and his friends. it was constantly changing and growing over time.
Schwitters changed art, and changed the way of doing things. He also inspired loads of other artists.
Kurt Schwitters's artwork was very creative and imaginative, and he had a certain way of doing things. He believed anything could be art, and I agree with that. However, I do not like most of his pieces. The piece I chose here, is one of the few I actually do like, and it is mainly because I love that he changed the environment while still keeping the basic structure,
[Above is the documentary I watched about Kurt Schwitters]
MrZiizie. "Kurt Schwitter - Documentary". Online video clip. YouTube. YouTube. Dec 6, 2015. Web. 2 Nov, 2020.
MrZiizie. "Kurt Schwitter - Documentary". Online video clip. YouTube. YouTube. Dec 6, 2015. Web. 2 Nov, 2020.
Shawn Coss is one of my favourite artists. This is because he will draw depictions of mental illnesses or fears, and yes they're dark but they're also inspiring. When he posts one of his drawings online he will also put the description of the mental illness, or fear, so he is also educating people. His work seems so personal, yet he manages to convey the struggle people face when suffering from these mental illnesses.
One thing that really pisses me off is when people turn mental illnesses into a trend, or make a mockery out of it, or even people who want to have something wrong with them. People who genuinely suffer with these illnesses struggle every single day. Its not something they can just switch off, and it can take over their lives. It can make them feel different, or act different. It can change the way these people think. It can change everything about a person and its not something visible. Like, just say someone suffers from anxiety and is panicking over something that we, the mentally stable, would see as small and nothing to fuss over. We would think these people were over reacting or that they were a little crazy. But to the people suffering, it is a big deal and it is something to worry over. It is really important to them and its because their brain has made them believe its something to panic over, or get stressed by. And yet, you get these people who seek attention and claim to have these problems when they don't, and make a mockery of it. If I found out that I had a mental illness it would crush me. I don't think I would handle being told that something is wrong with me and that my problems are all in my head. It would take me a long time to come to terms with it. And for that reason, that is why I love Shawn Coss's art. He uses is to spread awareness, and let people see a visual representation of the struggles people face, as well as education them on the illness.
His work inspired my idea for my artist book. I want to draw both the things my family and I love the most, and the things we fear and dread. I'm not going to do it in the same style as him, but I will have roughly the same idea. I'm not too sure if I want to add mental illnesses because that would be too personal in my opinion. I'm going to draw small illustrations, similar size of a playing card, and put them in metal tins. I don't want the good and the bad drawings mixing, so I will put them in separate tins. This is because we as people like to keep our own loves and fears separate.
One thing that really pisses me off is when people turn mental illnesses into a trend, or make a mockery out of it, or even people who want to have something wrong with them. People who genuinely suffer with these illnesses struggle every single day. Its not something they can just switch off, and it can take over their lives. It can make them feel different, or act different. It can change the way these people think. It can change everything about a person and its not something visible. Like, just say someone suffers from anxiety and is panicking over something that we, the mentally stable, would see as small and nothing to fuss over. We would think these people were over reacting or that they were a little crazy. But to the people suffering, it is a big deal and it is something to worry over. It is really important to them and its because their brain has made them believe its something to panic over, or get stressed by. And yet, you get these people who seek attention and claim to have these problems when they don't, and make a mockery of it. If I found out that I had a mental illness it would crush me. I don't think I would handle being told that something is wrong with me and that my problems are all in my head. It would take me a long time to come to terms with it. And for that reason, that is why I love Shawn Coss's art. He uses is to spread awareness, and let people see a visual representation of the struggles people face, as well as education them on the illness.
His work inspired my idea for my artist book. I want to draw both the things my family and I love the most, and the things we fear and dread. I'm not going to do it in the same style as him, but I will have roughly the same idea. I'm not too sure if I want to add mental illnesses because that would be too personal in my opinion. I'm going to draw small illustrations, similar size of a playing card, and put them in metal tins. I don't want the good and the bad drawings mixing, so I will put them in separate tins. This is because we as people like to keep our own loves and fears separate.
Above is a video of Shawn Coss drawing a fear, with photos of the past fears and mental illnesses that he has created on the right hand side. This video shows his working process.
Shawn Coss. "It's all in your head,". Online Video Clip. Online Video Clip. YouTube. YouTube. 11 Aug, 2017. Web. 30 Nov, 2020.
Shawn Coss. "It's all in your head,". Online Video Clip. Online Video Clip. YouTube. YouTube. 11 Aug, 2017. Web. 30 Nov, 2020.
Josiah Alan Brooks (also known as Jazza) is an Australian Youtuber, Animator, Illustrator and Presenter. He inspires me because he isn't afraid to experiment and try new styles and materials. And he also creates tutorials teaching people how to draw and animate. His work is very stylized, but he can also do realism and other styles. He has worked with everything from, pencils to 3D pens and wooden sculpting.
He inspires me for my artist book because I want to have as much experimentation as possible as well as keeping it recognizably mine.
Instead of linking just one of his videos, I have put his whole channel link below. This is because he creates so much work, and no one video is the same. He is constantly experimenting and pushing himself as an artist, and I find that truly inspiring.
He inspires me for my artist book because I want to have as much experimentation as possible as well as keeping it recognizably mine.
Instead of linking just one of his videos, I have put his whole channel link below. This is because he creates so much work, and no one video is the same. He is constantly experimenting and pushing himself as an artist, and I find that truly inspiring.
Above is a video made by Jazza, showing how to use Monster Clay, which I will be using for my artist book.
[This is the video that got me into sculpting and using Monster Clay because of how easy and fun he made it seem]
Jazza. "Sculpting MONSTER CLAY - This Stuff is EPIC!!". Online Video Clip. YouTube. YouTube. 18 Jan, 2019. Web. 3 Feb, 2019.
[This is the video that got me into sculpting and using Monster Clay because of how easy and fun he made it seem]
Jazza. "Sculpting MONSTER CLAY - This Stuff is EPIC!!". Online Video Clip. YouTube. YouTube. 18 Jan, 2019. Web. 3 Feb, 2019.
[Hilma af Klint]
Hilma af Klint was a swedish artist whose paintings were the first Western abstract art known to the current art community. A considerable body of her abstract work predates the first purely abstract compositions by Kadinsky. Her abstract pieces date back to 1907, but she didn't want anyone to see them until after her death. Af Klint's work ran parallel to the development of abstract art by other artists such as Mondrian, Malevich and Kandinsky who were, like af Klint, inspired by the Theosophical Movement founded by Madame Blavatsky. Af Klint's work can also be seen in the wider context of the modernist search for new forms in artistic, spiritual, political and scientific systems in the beginnings of the 20th century.
Through her work with the group 'the Five' af Klint created experimental automatic drawing as early as 1896, leading her towards an inventive geometric visual language capable of conceptualising invisible forces both of the inner and outer worlds. Quite apart from their diagrammatic purpose the paintings have a freshness and a modern aesthetic of tentative line and hastily captured image: a segmented circle, a helix bisected and divided into a spectrum of lightly painted colours. She continued prolifically to add to the body of work amounting to over 1000 pieces until 1941. She requested that it should not be shown until 20 years after the end of her life.
Af Klint originally did portraiture and landscapes, and it's what she was known for when she died. She didn't believe the world was ready for her work, but she knew it had to be seen one day.
Hilma af Klint was a swedish artist whose paintings were the first Western abstract art known to the current art community. A considerable body of her abstract work predates the first purely abstract compositions by Kadinsky. Her abstract pieces date back to 1907, but she didn't want anyone to see them until after her death. Af Klint's work ran parallel to the development of abstract art by other artists such as Mondrian, Malevich and Kandinsky who were, like af Klint, inspired by the Theosophical Movement founded by Madame Blavatsky. Af Klint's work can also be seen in the wider context of the modernist search for new forms in artistic, spiritual, political and scientific systems in the beginnings of the 20th century.
Through her work with the group 'the Five' af Klint created experimental automatic drawing as early as 1896, leading her towards an inventive geometric visual language capable of conceptualising invisible forces both of the inner and outer worlds. Quite apart from their diagrammatic purpose the paintings have a freshness and a modern aesthetic of tentative line and hastily captured image: a segmented circle, a helix bisected and divided into a spectrum of lightly painted colours. She continued prolifically to add to the body of work amounting to over 1000 pieces until 1941. She requested that it should not be shown until 20 years after the end of her life.
Af Klint originally did portraiture and landscapes, and it's what she was known for when she died. She didn't believe the world was ready for her work, but she knew it had to be seen one day.
Above are just a few of Hilma af Klint's abstract pieces, that I love.
I think that they're all unique with the composition and colours, as well as being beautiful pieces of artwork.
I think that they're all unique with the composition and colours, as well as being beautiful pieces of artwork.
[David Hockney]
I find David Hockney's photography to be very inspiring, and i find it incredibly interesting. I love how he manipulates the images or even forms the whole images from several different images. I think he is so talented and creative, and this was definitely a great way forward from art. I find his work so mesmerising to look at, and i can just stare at one image for hours. I think it is truly amazing what he managed to accomplish with such a bold idea.
I love the idea of distorting images, and changing natural forms, and it is all because of Hockney.
I find David Hockney's photography to be very inspiring, and i find it incredibly interesting. I love how he manipulates the images or even forms the whole images from several different images. I think he is so talented and creative, and this was definitely a great way forward from art. I find his work so mesmerising to look at, and i can just stare at one image for hours. I think it is truly amazing what he managed to accomplish with such a bold idea.
I love the idea of distorting images, and changing natural forms, and it is all because of Hockney.
My Work for Inspiration:
Above are just a few photos that I have taken.
Recently I have been working with a professional Photographer named Mr. Drew, who have been teaching me how to take a good photo, and how important the composition, and background is within the photo. He has also taught me how to just have fun with it, and how to look for a good photo opportunity. When I went out to do some photography with Mr. Drew, I decided to go out with nothing specific in mind. I find if I go in with a clear head and no real objective, then that is where I find the best things, or maybe something someone would have missed.
I find these photos inspirational and important for my research because for this project, I learned how to be more free with my work, and not put too much pressure on myself to produce 'amazing' work. I love how these photos turned out, and I love every single one of them. These are not all of the photos from my day out with Mr. Drew, but these are the ones I find are most important.
I also find these photos to be inspiring because I genuinely just had fun with it, and I didn't put too much stress on myself to be the best.
I have done a workshop with Mr. Drew in the past where I learned the very basics to photography and some of the things to keep in mind when taking a photograph. I also got to take part in a photoshoot during this workshop and learn how the lighting and cameras work.
Recently I have been working with a professional Photographer named Mr. Drew, who have been teaching me how to take a good photo, and how important the composition, and background is within the photo. He has also taught me how to just have fun with it, and how to look for a good photo opportunity. When I went out to do some photography with Mr. Drew, I decided to go out with nothing specific in mind. I find if I go in with a clear head and no real objective, then that is where I find the best things, or maybe something someone would have missed.
I find these photos inspirational and important for my research because for this project, I learned how to be more free with my work, and not put too much pressure on myself to produce 'amazing' work. I love how these photos turned out, and I love every single one of them. These are not all of the photos from my day out with Mr. Drew, but these are the ones I find are most important.
I also find these photos to be inspiring because I genuinely just had fun with it, and I didn't put too much stress on myself to be the best.
I have done a workshop with Mr. Drew in the past where I learned the very basics to photography and some of the things to keep in mind when taking a photograph. I also got to take part in a photoshoot during this workshop and learn how the lighting and cameras work.
[Above is a link to Mr. Drew's website]
Above are just some of the photos me and my sister took as part of the Album Sleeve project. These photos were inspired by several album covers we have seen, as well as the grunge/alternative aesthetic, since a lot of the music I listen to falls into those genres.
I am really happy with how these turned out, and I and so thankful that my sister was happy to help, because I don't think the photos would've come out nearly as good if it was just all my own input. She helped with ideas and the compositions of the photos as well as the poses, which was great because I felt I was recycling ideas I've done in the past.
I am really happy with how these turned out, and I and so thankful that my sister was happy to help, because I don't think the photos would've come out nearly as good if it was just all my own input. She helped with ideas and the compositions of the photos as well as the poses, which was great because I felt I was recycling ideas I've done in the past.
Inspiration for 3D Project:
artandfilm21. "Antony Gormley Art Documentary". Online video clip. YouTube. YouTube. 14, Dec 2015. 12, Jan 2021.
Above is a documentary about about moulds and sculptures.
Above is a documentary about about moulds and sculptures.
Research for my Final Master Project:
FIX IT Home Improvement Channel. "How to Break and Dispose of a Mirror". Online Video Clip. YouTube. YouTube. 11 Aug, 2015. 07 Mar, 2021.
The video above is demonstrating how you would safely break a mirror. I have chosen this video because for my Final Master Project, I am thinking about smashing a mirror and using the pieces within my piece, and for when I take the reference photos.
The video above is demonstrating how you would safely break a mirror. I have chosen this video because for my Final Master Project, I am thinking about smashing a mirror and using the pieces within my piece, and for when I take the reference photos.
Aqua Tech Info. "#117, How to grind sharp edges of glass for safe handling." Online Video Clip. YouTube. YouTube. 13 Nov, 2018. 07 Mar, 2021.
Above is a video of a man showing ow you would sand down the sharp edges of glass, so that it is safe to handle and use. I have chosen this video because mirrors are very, very, similar to glass so I feel it would work the same way.
Above is a video of a man showing ow you would sand down the sharp edges of glass, so that it is safe to handle and use. I have chosen this video because mirrors are very, very, similar to glass so I feel it would work the same way.
Movies and Songs That Inspire me, or That I Feel Needs to be Mentioned:
[All the photos are in chronological order to the movie]
'Labyrinth' 1986, Directed by Jim Henson, Starring Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie.
This is my favourite movie of all time, and I absolutely love everything about it.
The movie is about a young girl named Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) who wishes for her baby brother, Toby (Toby Fraud) to be taken by Jareth, The Goblin King (David Bowie), then swiftly regrets it. Jareth then says that the only way for her to get Toby back is to get to the Castle in the centre of the Labyrinth within 13 hours. Throughout the movie, Sarah is met with several challenges and meets new characters on the way that help her solve the Labyrinth. Jareth then begins to make it harder for her by fast forwarding time, and even having her eat a peach that makes her forget everything.
The movie has a brilliant soundtrack and the set design and costumes are beautiful. The goblins are puppets Jim Henson created for the movie, and they all look so well done.
I love this movie because I just feel like it has been so well done, and the story, and creativity put in to making this movie look the best it can is amazing. You can tell a lot of hard work and effort went into this movie, and that a lot of time was spent getting it right.
Within the movie, David Bowie's face has been hidden within the scenery of seven different scenes to give the illusion that the Goblin King is always watching, and sees everything. You can even notice that Sarah has a couple of Photos of David Bowie in her room, which is supposed to show that Jareth has always been there. These photos can be seen in a scrap book on her desk, and one is taped to her mirror.
I have seen this movie so many times I can quote it word for word, and I know time stops for my favourite scenes. This movie is just my comfort movies, and it always makes me feel better after watching it. I will recommend this movie to any/everyone because I just feel like everyone should watch it at least once.
I find this movie inspiring because there has been so much time and effort put into it, to make it the absolute best it can be. I love everything from the movie posters, to the actual costumes and set designs. I love the puppets and the scenes, and I love the animation, no matter how dated it is.
'Labyrinth' 1986, Directed by Jim Henson, Starring Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie.
This is my favourite movie of all time, and I absolutely love everything about it.
The movie is about a young girl named Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) who wishes for her baby brother, Toby (Toby Fraud) to be taken by Jareth, The Goblin King (David Bowie), then swiftly regrets it. Jareth then says that the only way for her to get Toby back is to get to the Castle in the centre of the Labyrinth within 13 hours. Throughout the movie, Sarah is met with several challenges and meets new characters on the way that help her solve the Labyrinth. Jareth then begins to make it harder for her by fast forwarding time, and even having her eat a peach that makes her forget everything.
The movie has a brilliant soundtrack and the set design and costumes are beautiful. The goblins are puppets Jim Henson created for the movie, and they all look so well done.
I love this movie because I just feel like it has been so well done, and the story, and creativity put in to making this movie look the best it can is amazing. You can tell a lot of hard work and effort went into this movie, and that a lot of time was spent getting it right.
Within the movie, David Bowie's face has been hidden within the scenery of seven different scenes to give the illusion that the Goblin King is always watching, and sees everything. You can even notice that Sarah has a couple of Photos of David Bowie in her room, which is supposed to show that Jareth has always been there. These photos can be seen in a scrap book on her desk, and one is taped to her mirror.
I have seen this movie so many times I can quote it word for word, and I know time stops for my favourite scenes. This movie is just my comfort movies, and it always makes me feel better after watching it. I will recommend this movie to any/everyone because I just feel like everyone should watch it at least once.
I find this movie inspiring because there has been so much time and effort put into it, to make it the absolute best it can be. I love everything from the movie posters, to the actual costumes and set designs. I love the puppets and the scenes, and I love the animation, no matter how dated it is.