Make a model first...

Although at the time it feels pointless, I always like to form a clay model because you might discover information about the shapes that could change the outcome of the piece. I used plasticine clay provided by my studio at Buffalo State College, I formed the horn wing and realized when finished my proportions could be cut in half.

This model is probably 6" by 6." This is a chest piece/pendant so the proportions could be cut to half the size, however I think I made the clay model bigger because it is harder to work on details when the size is large. I also realized there are a couple of points in this design, which when working with metal, sharp edges can be dangerous. If time was not a factor, I would have made several clay models to ensure the proper execution of the final copper piece. 

Spring 2015

Hello! Starting off this Spring season working on a Chasing and Respoussé project. My theme this semester revolves around "Good vs. Evil." For research I started with the Story of Lucifer and how he became evil. It is hard to limit research for me because once I start, it is hard to stop. I gather enough of an idea and then I begin my sketches a.s.a.p.

My understanding of Lucifer was that he was so good he became better than God, which turned him into an evil being because he became ultimately superior than the  being who created him. So my simplistic understanding of this was good vs. evil. I ended up developing an angels wing that turns into an evil horn, or a Rams horn type of figure. Sketching helps develop ideas, they are the most important recipe to executing the final piece.