The exhibit I liked the most was one made entirely of logs self-supporting each other in the shape of a hut. Unfortunately I could not get a photograph of this as photo-taking was banned in that block. It looks like a tremendous amount of time has gone into it and just proves that some art is actually really good. I am now more appreciative of art and methods and thinkings behind it and it is not just thrown together in a couple of hours. It does however provoke the question is it art or was it designed prior to making it. I think that there is some design to it but it is truly creative.
I was really inspired by the art work/sculptures in most of the exhibits but me and Julian spent more time outside taking photographs of the natural surroundings. All in all we had an inspiring day taking lots of photographs of the surroundings, trees, sculptures etc to try and to get some textures for the Culture Vulture assignment. Below are a few of the pictures that I have taken today.
I thought this was an interesting sculpture as the sides repeatedly say haha. What you cannot see from this particular angle is that it curves inwards at the middle of the bridge giving it an almost hourglass shape.
I think this personally reminds me of Retro Futurism. It is the overall design and the straight edges and cylindrical elements that, to me, make it look as if it belongs in an old space film.
I am aware that this is a lamp/light but I till think it has an "Arty" quality to it. once again it reminds me of what the future was always conceived to look like by now. I like the curvy design and personally it looks like a huge light bulb.
Up close these are very impressive and really tall. These were a set of three and by the looks of it made out of individual blocks of stone. It was quite scary stood underneath as you never quite know how safe things are, although I guess they'd have to be or it wouldn't have been displayed. I think I spent more time photographing the surroundings instead of the sculptures but thoroughly enjoyed pointing and clicking with a different device. Even if some do not get used for this assignment I have a starter library of stock photos.I think this was a welcome contrast to this morning's presentation which went a lot better than I thought it would. When it comes to presentations I tend to get nervous but not this time, I did stumble on a few words but managed to present what I thought a good presentation which lasted the 5 minutes including one question.
As I have previously stated the Icon I chose was the Nintendo Game Boy. When I asked Steve if he had any questions it was a bit of a surprise as he asked why I chose that as an icon and did I have anything else in mind. To be honest I chose the Game Boy as it has had nearly a 16 year lifespan and no other games console range has lasted that long.
Another icon I was thinking about was the Shelby Mustang GT 500 which is Eleanor from the film Gone In 60 Seconds. I do really like this car, in fact my dream car which I will never be able to afford but will always long for it to be parked on my drive way. I decided not to do this as I do not really have any knowledge of cars or why it was such an Icon.
So in the end the Game Boy Classic won!
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I also like the ‘log hut’ piece, Chris. The atmosphere in there is really powerful, it’s like being transported back in time to some kind of medieval hovel. I guess this piece of work shows how art can create atmosphere – in a very real sence.
I think the sculptures are a mix of art and design. Art provides the materials of the piece, and the way it is built is done by design. I don’t think you can have one without the other in any art project, as there is always some kind of planning which goes into making the pieces of work.
I also get less nervous about the presentations now, and I think my style of delivery is becoming more natural too. It all comes down to preparation and practice, which we have all improved on since our last presentation all that time ago in the spring.
The GT350 was really a design icon from being in films like Bullitt and in TV shows like Starskey and Hutch. It was a classic American car in every sense – fast in a straight line, useless around corners. In GT racing it was usually beaten by cars such as the Lotus Elan and TVR 400 among others. On long straight tracks it was good, on short twisty ones it could be beaten by a Mini.
I felt largely the same way as you Chris about the majority of the 'proper' art there, and much preferred taking pictures of all the curious outdoor pieces and taking in the scenery.
That large metal grid building thing (what else can I call it?!) was really interesting and it must have taken a colossal effort to build it, especially if the wind was anything like it was for us while we were up there.
All in all though, a fun day appears to have been had by all and it's a shame there isn't much time for more of these endeavors.
@Julian - I didn't know the car was from Starsky & Hutch. It is still a gorgeous car and to be honest I don't think that I would be racing in it.
The hut was very atmospheric and I agree that with art there has to be some design. I still consider myself to be a designer.
As for my presentation it did feel a bit more natural and it was on a subject I knew a lot about.
@Craig - It was a good day and I did think that some of the work was a bit strange but then again art is to some people. You either get it or you don't. The 'Log Hut' was my favourite there and it made you think this is what a house might have been like all those years ago.
The log hut was also one of my favourite pieces. I cannot imagine how long it took, or why they would do something like that.
As for the presentations I think everyone is getting more comfortable. I always get nervous before the start but seem to cool down once the presentation actually starts.
I had to have several minutes to cool down once I got inside the room, which I regret but atleast the presentation went smoothly.
I should also .pdf my leaflet and print it off BEFORE I enter the room. I felt an idiot prinbting the leaflet off infront of the audience as it is not professional at all.
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