Connection and Closure. Task 2 - Materials

Task 2 involved creating three 'atmospheric' structures that were inspired by our studies in task 1.  The structures we formed focused on the connection details of our chosen materials, without using conventional card and glue to form a space/ structure that evoked our chosen 'atmospheres'.


Elizabeth - Task 2

'Atmospheric' structure - Stark, cold, empty, harsh 

My first structure was influenced by a stark, cold atmosphere.  I created these solid dark forms that cantilever across one another to appear as exaggerated cast shadows.  The plexi-plate structure sits in  conjunction to the solid forms creating a cold ghost-like effect, enhancing the concept of  a stark atmosphere.  Through this model I experimented with pinning materials together as a different method of connection.

'Atmospheric' structure - Picturesque, luminous 

The second 'atmospheric' structure was inspired by the bright, picturesque image I took of a rainbow that appeared in the dystopia of down town Auckland.  It is essentially a perspex's box that relies on slotted sheets of clear film to connect/hold the structure together.  The concept of light reflecting off the multiply transparent surfaces is used to create rainbow and interesting luminous light effects that are encapsulated in this perfectly framed box (like a picture).    

'Atmospheric' structure - Chaotic 

The final 'atmosphere' I wanted to create in a structure was chaos.  Multiply slotted/sliding screens act as light filters into the interior space.  These screens not only connect the structure together (through slots) but aid the concept of chaos through creating chaotic internal lighting effects that constantly change.  

This structure is based on the idea of water reflecting the city that gives atmospheric sense of space. I have used foil as the structure material because it has reflective and shining surface. Also by twisting and bending it gives a nice interesting texture. The structure sits on a clear paper that gives a sense of water and almost no boundary between the structure and the base. Using wax as connection to fix the foil onto the clear paper because its transparency makes the connection looks smooth.