Category Archives: Sculpture

Irma Gruenholz

February 5, 2016 12:02 AM \

IrmaGruenholzMadrid-based three dimensional artist Irma Gruenholz refers to her work as clay illustration.  She studied graphic design and worked as an art director in an ad agency before embarking on a freelance career as an illustrator. Th illustrations are hand sculpted and photographed with special lighting to give the sculptures a sense of depth. On an interview with Brown Paper Bag she describes the materials she uses in achieving a certain level of detailing:

“The main materials I use in my work are plasticine and clay. If the piece dictates, I often combine clay with various materials such as paper, metal, wood, found objects… I love work­ing with all kinds of elements and textures, exploring the possibilities of each project. This is the feature that I most like of working in three dimensions — you can incorporate all kinds of materials depend­ing on the piece. The creative process is very exciting.”

Her portfolio can be viewed here on Behance.

Images: Courtesy of Irma Gruenholz.

Posted in: Illustration, Sculpture

Asya Kozina

February 4, 2016 12:02 AM \

AsyaKozinaRussian artist Asya Kozina cuts, curls and molds paper into these incredible labor intensive 3-dimensional objects. We are particularly drawn to her masks, historical costumes and baroque wigs of which she writes on Designboom:

“Historical wigs always fascinated me, especially the baroque era.”  “This is art for art’s sake aesthetics for aesthetics — no practical sense, but they are beautiful. In this case, paper helps to highlight the main form and not to be obsessed with unnecessary details.”

You can follow her on Facebook and see more of her work on Instagram.

Images: Courtesy of Asya Kozina.

Posted in: Sculpture

Ruby Berry

February 1, 2016 12:02 AM \

RubyBerryRuby Berry is a Canberra-based textile artist who uses natural materials and traditional
processes to create sculptural textile works. She says this about her practice on an interview with Lip Magazine:

“My practice is about exploring how I can bring traditional textile materials and processes into the contemporary art world. My making revolves around traditional techniques, hand spinning and weaving, and transforming these techniques into sculptural art forms. I have recently begun experimenting with sensory work, exploring sight, smell and touch to create interactive and engaging spaces.  My recent work looks at how I could evoke a sense of protection and comfort through textile associations and sensory engagement.”

You can find Ruby Berry on Facebook and follow her blog on Tumblr.

Images: Courtesy of Ruby Berry.

Posted in: Fiber, Sculpture, Textile, Weaving
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