My work looks at shadow as light, light as shadow, revealing imagery in both positive and negative space in a framework of changing orientations. Forms and patterns, creating visual rhythms, are informed by shape-memories and emotional references. They are defined by their adjacent counter-forms, creating a constant meditative conversion of rhythmic balance.
I work with paper, steel or plastics in 2 and 3 dimensions, I like paper for it's immediacy. Paper's role in society has changed with the advancement of digital technology. It is simultaneously precious and disposable, obsolete and new. Some of the paper work migrates into laser-cut steel sculptures. I also make kinetic mobiles. A group of them are sold through museum gift shops under the name Mobi Mobiles.
Full Description
My work looks at shadow as light, light as shadow, revealing imagery in both positive and negative space in a framework of changing orientations. Forms and patterns, creating visual rhythms, are informed by shape-memories and emotional references. They are defined by their adjacent counter-forms, creating a constant meditative conversion of rhythmic balance.
I work with paper, steel or plastics in 2 and 3 dimensions, I like paper for it's immediacy. Paper's role in society has changed with the advancement of digital technology. It is simultaneously precious and disposable, obsolete and new. Some of the paper work migrates into laser-cut steel sculptures. I also make kinetic mobiles. A group of them are sold through museum gift shops under the name Mobi Mobiles.
Work metadata
- Year Created: 2010
- Submitted to ArtBase: Thursday Aug 19th, 2010
- Original Url: http://richardshipps.com
- Permalink: http://richardshipps.com
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Work Credits:
- Richard Shipps, creator
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