Gracie Lee

  Repetition Wood, Ink, Yarn, Wood Glue 16 in x 1.5 in x 13 in Full Angle #2 Detail Focal Point Cardboard, Ink, Wire, Masking Tape, Tracing Paper, Gel Medium 10 in x 10 in x 6 in  Full Angle #2 Detail Negative Space Wood, Ink, Yarn, Hot Glue, Wood Glue 16 in x 2.5 in x 25 in Full Angle #2 Detail In Process In Process The sculptures were inspired by the different ways I could utilize and transform simple materials. My intent is to visually communicate repetition, negative space, and focal point. I wanted to focus on using the materials in unique ways and creating visually pleasing forms with these limited materials and colors. I decided to make the three sculptures feel as though they are part of the same series, while making sure they are still very different from one another. The making of this work exposed me to new ways to use materials, such as putting hot glue over forms made with yarn to create a solid piece to work with.  Inspiration #1 Julian Watts http://www.julianwattsstudio.

Mask Air Dry Clay, Ink, Wire 3.5 in x 3 in x 5.5 in Full Angle #2 Full Angle #3 Detail In Process In Process In Process The clay sculpture entitled Mask was inspired by emojis and the rise in teenage depression that has accompanied social media use. My intent is to visually communicate how it feels to put on a fake smile. I wanted to focus on creating a detachable mask of a smiley face because I wanted to reiterate the act of playing pretend. I decided to include a blue tear dripping down from underneath the mask to emphasize a sadness or other emotion happening beneath the happy appearance. The making of this work exposed me to new ideas and materials since I had never worked with air dry clay before. I found that working three-dimensionally becomes interactive in a way that two-dimensional art is not, and working in-the-round conveys a different message and creates a different experience, both for the artist and the viewer.  Mother Air Dry Clay, Ink, Wire 9 in x 4 in x 3 in Full Angl