Having decided the course I want to do at University next year (Interior Architecture), I decided to follow the 3D pathway. For our first pathway lesson we looked at Richard Serra’s ‘Verb List’ (1967-8). This list compiled a series of what was called “actions to relate to oneself, material, place, and process”. This verb list developed our structural practice through language-based exercises.
For my paper sculptures I decided to use the verbs:
- To Roll
- To Fold
- To Trust
- To Tear
- To Open
- To Knot
- To Flow
- To Curve
- To Rotate
- To Hang
- To Surround
- To Twist
- To Enclose
- To Encircle
Out of all the artwork I have created over my foundation course, I believe these paper sculptures have been my best work so far. I really enjoyed the process of creating sculptures through language, it provided a new insight into creating three dimensional work and I think it really broadened my future thinking about drawing and design. Here are some of my sculptures:
Immie Cory 