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Published: 2015-09-21 15:47:56 +0000 UTC; Views: 4200; Favourites: 279; Downloads: 70
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Sixth in the "Fractures" series.
Ever since I decided to take the plunge and pursue art to my utmost capabilities, it's as though it has been cleansing almost every aspect of my life, purging the system if you will. Cutting all manner of unnecessary drivel to truly crystallize my resolve. Coupled with a time consuming day job, I've been effectively working 70-80 hour weeks for quite a while now. I would be lying if I said that I'm not tired, but I can't remember a time when I've been happier.
A while ago I was offered a pile of aluminum piping for free and as soon as I saw them this idea popped into my head. I hesitated to actualize it due to it's size. Glad I managed to muster up the courage necessary to tackle something as demanding as this.
Ingredients:
Birch Plywood
Pine
Glue
Yarn
Birch Branches/Twigs
Fiberglass
Steel Mesh
Spray Paint
Aluminum Piping
Copper Wire
Baking Powder
Black Iron Oxide
Iron Grindings (for the rust)
Be sure to take a look at the closeups for there is lots to see!
EDIT: Wow! A DD? For me? This is the most pleasant of surprises!
EDIT2: Here is the making-of video for this particular piece!Β youtu.be/0tf28afZDd4 I hope you enjoy it!
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Comments: 66
fiorinosulaco [2017-03-03 17:34:54 +0000 UTC]
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Great title and like the creativity!
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Drager-Meurtant [2016-03-11 21:16:01 +0000 UTC]
getting inspiration, by looking at the degrees of freedom you apply...
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Ahjotuli In reply to Drager-Meurtant [2016-03-12 16:04:33 +0000 UTC]
I'm very happy to hear that! Creating without boundaries is truly liberating.
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Vrinda-the-Wistful [2015-12-25 23:19:33 +0000 UTC]
I just watched the video with a friend.Β We both found it
thoroughly absorbing and inspiring ... and we both love
the results.Β Β Β
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Ahjotuli In reply to Vrinda-the-Wistful [2015-12-26 09:46:41 +0000 UTC]
Thank you very much! It was perhaps not the best of times to upload it during the holidays, but I'm happy to hear that at least a few people are finding it enjoyable.
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lockemonkey [2015-10-12 20:09:22 +0000 UTC]
Masterful and inspirational!Β It claims so much space and the textures are delightful.
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Ahjotuli In reply to lockemonkey [2015-10-13 05:08:30 +0000 UTC]
Thank you very much, Ryan! I'm so glad that you like it.
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el-dub [2015-10-10 15:59:48 +0000 UTC]
incredible! it's hard to describe, but the way the shadows are cast on the wall really add something to the overall effect of this piece. again, your sense of how to realize your artistic vision is truly inspiring. i'm in awe.
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Ahjotuli In reply to el-dub [2015-10-11 06:37:15 +0000 UTC]
Thank you so much, Les! I really appreciate the feedback. I didn't think about the shadows until I was photographing this. They make it look a bit denser which is always good in my mind! I really enjoyed making a big piece like this. Had to make a conscious effort to stop myself from worrying about the size and where to put it when finished etc. It was a great feeling to just create without thinking about all the boring practicalities!Β
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SootheNoo1959 [2015-10-01 02:29:38 +0000 UTC]
Congratulations on the DD Timo. So well deserved! Β Β
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Ahjotuli In reply to SootheNoo1959 [2015-10-01 16:54:02 +0000 UTC]
Thank you, Susan! At first I thought my account was getting heavily spammed! 300 feedback messages...Β Β
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SootheNoo1959 In reply to Ahjotuli [2015-10-01 17:06:51 +0000 UTC]
Haha! Well done!Β Β
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Ahjotuli In reply to Jaffa-Tealc [2015-10-01 16:52:40 +0000 UTC]
That's right! I sprinkle it on and then apply some vinegar with a squirt bottle. These combined produce a chemical reaction and leaves the surface with a nice bumpy texture.
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bergunty [2015-09-30 04:36:27 +0000 UTC]
Congrats on the DD! I'm not sure I have the words yet to explain what this means to me, but it looks really good nevertheless.Β
I like the description following this too.
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Ahjotuli In reply to bergunty [2015-10-01 16:50:10 +0000 UTC]
Thank you, Bergunty! If you ever stumble on such words I would love to hear them. Β Haven't had that many interpretations on my works yet.Β
I like to read descriptions of the art here on DA as well as it sheds some much needed light on what it is that I'm viewing!
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Ahjotuli In reply to PirateLotus-Stock [2015-10-01 16:44:54 +0000 UTC]
Thanks! I'm glad you like it.
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Azifri [2015-09-28 13:11:04 +0000 UTC]
Wow! In the miniature image it looks rather simple, but as you zoom in there are so many details! Awesome job
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Ahjotuli In reply to Azifri [2015-10-01 16:44:12 +0000 UTC]
Thank you for the feedback! I'm very fond of this style of dense detailing. There is always something new to see.
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crypted99 [2015-09-24 15:33:52 +0000 UTC]
wow! so beautiful and intriguing i'm impressed every time i see all the work and the materials you put in your Artworks! Did you burn (/purge) it this time? ^^ i'm pretty sure you did but i would like to be 100% sure lol
beautiful awesome work!
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Ahjotuli In reply to crypted99 [2015-09-24 18:16:11 +0000 UTC]
Thank you very much, Max! No, nothing has been burned. The black color on the frame portion is just woodglue mixed with black iron oxide (which also acts as a structural component) and on the "web" part I also used some black spray paint. Although... I've been meaning to try burning something for this series. I bet that could give some interesting textures...
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Ahjotuli In reply to Multiartis [2015-09-24 04:14:10 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! I really appreciate the feedback.
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Ahjotuli In reply to senwiz [2015-09-24 04:12:45 +0000 UTC]
Thank you very much! Makes me happy!
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