Unit 6, Personal Statement V.1

I applied to the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design with an interest in the Model Making degree and an open mind to anything that might catch my interest. This course, however, only solidified my interest in exploring Model Making because of the chance to use and experiment with new materials. As well as the possible careers this course could lead to.

The work I do is mostly in 3D and I really enjoyed life sculpting as it gave me a chance to work with clay again. I was also very fascinated with plasticine and SuperSculpey as I found it nicer to use compared to clay as the former doesn't dry out. One of the practitioners that really excite me is Leigh Took as his work has such atmosphere to it, whether it’s his 2D paintings or his 3D props. So far, this year, the context for my work has been the Steampunk culture and trying to understand it on another level, through different materials. I have visited the Modern Art Museum of America as well as been to some of the exhibitions hosted at the Arts University. This foundation year has allowed me to explore and discover lateral thinking which has become a part of my process.

This choice was further solidified by my work helping the theatre department at my previous school, as it was really satisfying to help and see my 'work' shown in a play. I enjoy baking and creating works from that, like a piñata cake in the shape of Mario's Item Cube. I am interested in all things that happen behind the scenes, and how props can really help the audience believe what's happening in the scene.

I will work hard to and make props in my spare time, as this is where my passion lies. I am always open to learning and exploring new techniques and will often do so in my spare time, if possible. I also work very well collaboratively as this is one of my strong points. During the foundation course, I got my shot a leading a project, taking into account everyone’s idea equally and choosing the best course of action felt empowering and something I could do again.