My thesis work began with a number of experiments in functional sculpture. The goal was to create sculptures first and foremost, and discover their potential usefulness as furnishings through the process of creation. Formally, I focused on manipulating light and shadow, and infusing the pieces with playfulness and humanity.
Lamp 001: Braided and twisted 1/4" steel rod, string lights
Lamp 001
Lamp 001: Pre-'function'
Bookend 001: Inspired by cascading books
Bookend 001: Exploring the architectural nature of this form
Lamp 002: Continuing experimentation with light and shadow. Functionally, a relative failure