Wednesday, 24 July 2013

`Labelled`

`LABELLED`

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This is the sub-title of my Sketchbook for my class, and that is what I thought referred to me absolutely. Perhaps I have been labelled through my life, but it seemed to matter more what was thought of me now! This course was so life changing for me and I cannot thank my tutor enough for that.  It seems I have been a closet artist all my life -  TIME TO COME OUT OF THE CLOSET  eh?

Let me tell you about another set of `titles` we had to choose a subject from :

In module two I thought about The wrath of Medus; Goncherova; Family Tree.

I had seen the statue of Perseus holding the head of Medusa by Bellini in Florence and was captivated, as I always seem to be with mythology, and it was my initial spark. The art of Goncherova was certainly enthralling, and this moment was when I started to think as a sculptor.... ?  It seems quite obvious now when I analyse these works and my writings in my sketchbook.  The `rayonism` of Goncherova  I could show in 3D, and certainly materials and mediums are abundant, unfortunately, this was new to me and it worried me as to how I would continue and at least explore this artist more.   The choice was made - Family Tree.

Taking the safe option.  My upbringing was within a strict catholic regime.  The Bible came to immediate mind.

This module brought me to appreciate Gustav Klimt.




I subsequently went to see the exhibition in Liverpool - I was awe struck.  Imagine huge pieces of wall displaying the Stoclet Frieze.  FABULOUS.  Such a varied oeuvre.

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