A Natural History of the Senses Relief Sculpture

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Ode to the Melipona
Foam Board, Wire, Tracing Paper, Gel Medium, Wood Glue, Paper, Spray Paint, Fabric, Perfume
14 in x 8 in x 20 in 


Angle #2


Angle #3


Detail #1


Detail #2

The sculpture explores scent as a material, as vanilla perfume was used on the fabric lining. This decision was based on the popular scent and flavor of vanilla, and the shape of the sculpture was inspired by the fact that only one type of bee pollinates the orchids from which vanilla pods can be harvested. I wanted to visually communicate the look of a bee hive while including the scent of vanilla to bring attention to the natural way that vanilla is produced. Most vanillas that we smell or taste have been hand pollinated, and I felt that bringing attention to the fact that most of us have never tasted or smelled real, natural vanilla is important and allows us to ponder just how many lab-produced products we are consuming so frequently. 



In Process


In Process


In Process



Inspiration #1
Tonya Hart
https://www.tonyahart.com/



Inspiration #2
Margery Amdur
https://www.margeryamdur.com/ 



Inspiration #3
Julian Watts
http://www.julianwattsstudio.com/wall-pieces 








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