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3 Minute Recording To Back The Slideshow Presentation –

1.       The work you have done

2.      The decisions you have made about how to present information (way you made models or how you photographed them)

3.      The success of your work

4.      The challenges you faced and how you overcame them

The body of work which I have constructed for this assignment is entitled “simple complexities” because through exploration and experimentation I was able to formulate a series of paper models which represent this concept exactly. The use of the most basic of materials, paper coupled with the intricate detailing of cutting and scoring allowed me to utilise shadows, contrast and minimalism to create the photographs presented.

As you can see in my first model, I came across a challenge between finding a balance between positive and negative space. Through several experiments and additional overlays such as adding a second layer to 2 of the sides of the initial body I was able to construct a model which is both abstract but also skilful in imitating a liveable space.

Moving onto my second model, which is very different to the first, I would like to focus on one of my successes as I began to explore the utter simplicity of paper. Through just folding and making one small cut I was able to turn something one dimensional into a space where people can gain a contemporary experience.

Through the use of light and shadow I attempted to explore how curves are translated from a physical model onto camera which posed to be a very challenging experiment. Although the photographs do capture the essence of the model, I envisioned more circular shadows to be apparent in the photographs instead of the array of abstract forms which are visibly apparent.

After making these three models, I began to rethink my approach and decided to focus on simpler compositions which allow the light to enhance the simplicity and intricacy of the models themselves.

This is seen through my next model as it looks the most technical in that fact that it could act as a liveable space. I experimented with transparency in this model through the 2 skylights which further enhanced the photographs as it allowed for more light to shine into the space.

My next 2 models largely focuses on the use of light and shadow. This posed a challenge in trying to find the correct angles to place the light sources in order to achieve the most successful results, which I believe were achieved.

Both models create a human experience which enhances emotions through the contrast of dark and light which is why I believe these are my two most successful attempts of creating “simple complexity”.

Thus, through the use of paper I was able to further develop my skills of cutting and scoring whilst enhancing my ability of manipulating shadows in order to portray models in their best light.