The theme explored with a set of four micro-spaces, is about connections; the core components of space, architectural elements and the human body.
These connections have equal significance and create an atmosphere within the overall design. Using both solid and translucent screens change the atmosphere from space to space, as natural light and sound filters through, providing different experiences for the viewer. This concept of space is considered in terms of its use and how humans perceive both internal and external space.
The spaces are divided within a square-shaped perimeter; a language of perforated screens is used to define the spaces. The screens are positioned in interconnected and interflowing arrangements creating a medley of light patterns across the micro-space.
Each study is inhabited by five figures, four standing and one seated on a bench. They are neither male nor female; all looking intently at their mobile phones - their inner world, while also being aware of the external world - the outer world.
These figures are painted in a single dark colour to contrast with the highly illuminated colours of the screens of their phones. These colours are reflected on the facial highlights of the figures: the brow, nose, cheekbones and chin of each face.
The sculpture floats above an exposed basement, the dark technological underbelly of connective wiring and cabling, a vital part of our infrastructure, largely hidden from the public gaze and knowledge, another inner world.
Inner-Outer Worlds
Inner-Outer World_1 aerial view
Inner-Outer World_1 side view
Inner-Outer World_2 aerial view
Inner-Outer World_2 side view
Inner-Outer World_3 aerial view
Inner-Outer World_3 side view
Inner-Outer World_4 aerial view
Inner-Outer World_4 side view
Views of figures within their 'inner-outer worlds', 3D printed in polyjet resin, hand-painted., tallest standing figure: 3.5cm
