FMP Proposal

My final Major project will be based on exploration of space and association. The constructed idea was developed from my previous project ‘transformation’, were I investigate the concept of change in the perspective of art.  I now wish to examine concepts of constructionism, focusing on how people gain knowledge of the world around them; perceiving shapes, space and volume.  I plan to produce a series of sculptures experimenting with these notions and processing further into extending my creative ability and working towards a more advance understanding of space. I will be researching my own reflective interest of how space is one of the key elements that makes up sculpture as well as impacting its responses, development and even the very primary thought of the piece. Space exists within both 2D and 3D forms and even defines the two, so I plan to experiment with both.

My primary influence and starting points will be looking at how space has been used, researching into artists Robert Morris, Peter Lowe and Dame Barbara Hepworth whom have not only worked with space within their works but the space around them; considering all aspects of it. I plan to research and sourcing information from exhibitions at various galleries with a strong intent to visit Yorkshire sculpture Park. I will also be referencing books, articles and YouTube clips with relevant information to develop my knowledge and opinions.

I will encourage my own way of working using my particulate favoured media of wood, clay and plaster exploring the phenomenology of sculpture combine with the ideology of space. With a strong interest, the study will be influence by both geometry and organic forms as to mature my knowledge and curiosity towards understanding the bridge between both differential forms. Progressing on with medians, the use of metal and industrial materials would be of a beneficial development as to encourage links between the studies of constructionism.

To make sure my project goes affectively I will manage my days and costs within a weekly action plan and assess my timekeeping within that. I have an estimated costs after my previous practises, and perhaps future experiments which may be explored.  As an aid, I will be attending tutorials to reflect on my work and be given constructive criticism to point out directions and develop ideas. Giving me the chance to present my work and reflect, will help me focus on the work at hand. As another note of record and control over my development, I will also have a progress diary, recording my process, reflections, thoughts and ideas towards development.