ESSAY
ESSAY My recent project theme was based around structure, which within art is the way elements of a work of art are arranged to create a sense of unity and coherence. It provides a framework for all other aspects of the work, tying the piece together and providing meaning. The exhibition itself was for Erewash Museum which focused on different historical events. My main focus from this museum was to express renewal of life through symbolism, using images of birds and bones to convey this. My main media for this piece was string which I layered, twisted & wove to produce an image. I also used pops of colour using shiny bright red sewing thread and gold leaf. The red chest of the robin makes it clearer that it is a robin, but also gives a hint of fire, similar to that of a phoenix. The phoenix is a mythical bird that symbolizes renewal of life which has the same symbolism as a robin. This left the bird open to interpretation for the viewer of the piece as they could perceive it ...