When we got the direction in which we should move, we went for the materials straight away. We got a styrofoam and a woodglue, but we couldn't find a kaasdoek so replaced the it with bandage roll. First thing we needed to build the shape from the styrofoam. We cut it into small squares of 3... Continue Reading →
Searching for materials
We build our prototype so now we had a clear image how it should look like and we were able to research on building options and materials. There were few possible building options from the wood to make it curvy shape. One is to stack wood plates one on another, and second option is almost... Continue Reading →
Building the prototype
As the sketches were approved, we, the builders team started working on the prototype.We decided to construct a smaller version of the installation, our measurements being: 10cm = 1m (in real life). To see the estimate scale of installation for materials we decided to go cheap and use cardboard. Firstly we started building the prototype... Continue Reading →
Installation sketches
So once we decided on what type of shapes we wanted in our installation, I started sketching how the installation would look like. I thought I would make the shapes resembling musical notes or musical instruments.Thus this is what I came with: Also taking in account that we are collaborating with "Music in the streets"... Continue Reading →
Moodboard
As we finally decided on our idea, we took on the task of coming up with a moodboard which represents our idea. Each of us were to make their own moodboard and then combine them together. The girls wanted to do the instalations' shapes resembling flowers, however I wanted firstly to go for cubic shapes... Continue Reading →
First week-brainstorming the concept
The moment we got familiar with each other we started eagerly to brainstorm on a concept. We had received help from the teachers trying different methods: starting from things we like about the city and we don't. Which resulted in us coming up with new ideas. Personally I wanted to do something music related as... Continue Reading →