For this week's project, I collaborated with Trisha. Our original idea was to create a lamp or light, and eventually settled on a "modern chandelier". We were also inspired by our visit to James Cohan Gallery last Thursday, where we saw a beautiful installation by Spencer Finch.
For our process: we made two different sizes of pyramids, and tied them onto three different lengths of elastic string to create a geometric mobile. We created triangles with little holes and squares on Illustrator, and used the laser cutter to cut them out on clear acrylic. Our idea evolved throughout the process, for instance to use two triangles instead of four to make the pyramids open as it was aesthetically neater with the glue.
Also, when we were attaching the hook-screws, the small screws had to be inserted by hand as opposed to using the hand drill for the bigger hook-screw on top.
The process of making the piece was as meaningful as the final product, which we are very happy with! I think it captured an ephemeral quality and it constantly changes depending on how it interacts with the light.
This is a great project; as are your comments. It shows that you could really relate to the work of your peers. And it's great to see the collaborative aspect in the project here, too.
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