"YONG" Abstract Sculpture

OVERVIEW

In Chinese calligraphy, the character "永" covers all the strokes of regular script; hence, it is known as the "Eight Principles of Yong." There are many different structures in the field of calligraphy, so I chose cursive script because it embodies the spirit of this art form. Cursive script is a way of deconstructing Chinese characters, so I tried to use a simplified approach to represent the three-dimensional form.

Duration

2023

Step 1｜Sketch

First, I began by studying the structure of the original font. Then, I gathered more information about writing cursive script and made various adjustments before settling on a final sketch.

Step 2｜Setting

Using thick wire, the skeleton frame is first made to shape the character.

Step 3｜Setting

With the thin iron wire, the three-dimensional appearance is constructed to match the shape of the written script. Through the combination of thick and thin iron wires, I learned about the internal structure of the three-dimensional form.

Step 4｜Setting

Using tin foil during the sculpting process can help establish the appearance of the three-dimensional structure. During this time, I gained a full understanding of three-dimensional form.

Step 5｜Plaster Construction

After the internal structure was completed, I learned how to use a mixture of plaster and water to make the model of the text. This stage requires patience to get the details right from different angles.

Step 6｜Polishing

After completing the previous steps, the model is further refined by using sandpaper of different grits to smooth out the details and make the overall shape complete. However, this stage is also where I encountered the most difficulties, including breakage and repairs. Creating the sculpture also taught me new techniques for shaping various materials.

"YONG" Abstract Sculpture

OVERVIEW

In Chinese calligraphy, the character "永" covers all the strokes of regular script; hence, it is known as the "Eight Principles of Yong." There are many different structures in the field of calligraphy, so I chose cursive script because it embodies the spirit of this art form. Cursive script is a way of deconstructing Chinese characters, so I tried to use a simplified approach to represent the three-dimensional form.

Duration.

2023

Step 1｜Sketch

First, I began by studying the structure of the original font. Then, I gathered more information about writing cursive script and made various adjustments before settling on a final sketch.

Step 2｜Setting

Using thick wire, the skeleton frame is first made to shape the character.

Step 3｜Setting

With the thin iron wire, the three-dimensional appearance is constructed to match the shape of the written script. Through the combination of thick and thin iron wires, I learned about the internal structure of the three-dimensional form.

Step 4｜Setting

Using tin foil during the sculpting process can help establish the appearance of the three-dimensional structure. During this time, I gained a full understanding of three-dimensional form.

Step 5｜plaster construction

After the internal structure was completed, I learned how to use a mixture of plaster and water to make the model of the text. This stage requires patience to get the details right from different angles.

Step 6｜polishing

After completing the previous steps, the model is further refined by using sandpaper of different grits to smooth out the details and make the overall shape complete. However, this stage is also where I encountered the most difficulties, including breakage and repairs. Creating the sculpture also taught me new techniques for shaping various materials.