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GIVE A HAND

My inspiration for today is the French sculptor Auguste Rodin. He has created many exquisite works based on his perception of the human form; such famous works as the thinker and the kiss.


I'm focusing my study today on the artists hand sculptures.





I can't quite put my finger on it , but you have to hand it to Rodin. He has a certain magical ability to bring a piece to life. The contorted hand movement echoes a pain or struggle in the piece. Focus your attention to the angle of the thumb, a near impossible movement to re-create at your ease. The fingers are bent backwards clenched tightly. Is the piece bursting out of the ground/material, or is it recoiling in fear.

This is the energy and drama i wish to create in my future pieces.

My theme of my project is "To Sense my Space" ... so what better way to sense your space than by touch.