I have been doing some extensive artist research for some inspiration as I would like to develop my work into installations.
David Nash: I was given the opportunity to visit David Nash’s studio’s, his work inspires me as he uses natural materials, mainly wood, and manipulates them with a saw and various cutting tools, creating all kinds of forms.
A piece of advice he gave me which increased my confidence was to keep going with the subject I have been focusing on, and develop my ideas by doing what I enjoy, not to worry about the end product. For me, the process is what I enjoy.
El Anatsui is an artist who uses recycled materials such as tin can’s, and creates large installations. His work demonstrates how recycled materials can be moulded to give a delicate appearance and create an amazing installation.
Andy Goldsworthy: Uses natural materials and scene’s to create his work. His work inspires me as it shows you don’t need all the fancy art materials to create an effective piece of art work.
Judith Scott: Suffers Down’s Syndrome and deafness, art was self taught and her way of dealing with a lonely life. She uses discarded materials to create sculptures. Her work is individual and demonstrates the various 3D forms that can be created using discarded materials.
Yayoi Kusama: Uses a repetitive method in her work, she creates patterned work and turns them into installations that take over the whole room and immerses the viewer into her work. I feel I work in a similar manner, by repeating patterns. I feel my work could be effective if I went on a larger scale like Kusama.
