Dystopia

ARTIST: Tim James and Aiden Demarais

Price $9,000

Personal Statement

• We sculpt abstractly because it affords us the freedom to express ideas without being tied by visual representations. We like the idea of visual suggestions, an ambiguous story that makes it necessary for the viewer to bring his or her own experiences, relationships, and perspectives to the viewing. Our hope is that our sculptures are interpreted differently by each individual and lead to unique emotional experiences. We also create art abstractly because we love the process. It’s exciting to experiment with textures, colors, and media. We begin a work of art with a concept or a bit of a plan, but we are quickly directed by the work, answering its needs, sorting its puzzles, and discovering solutions.

Sculpture Statement

• The inspiration for this project emerged from the objects used to create the sculpture. Each object that was incorporated into the piece had a unique texture and form. Some pieces were test pads created by welding students at Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton High School. As the sculpture progressed, a repeating circular theme was emphasized. The final sculpture symbolizes the earth supported tenuously by an unraveling foundation and surrounded by the ever-encroaching progress of industry.

• Dimensions: 4'1" x 2'2" x 6'8"
• Weight: 300 lbs
• Materials: Steel and Found Objects

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