Continuing the Art of Play
June 22 + 29, 2022
Artist: Jon Foreman
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A creator of various styles of Land Art, he is ever in search of “different.” Be it with stones or leaves, inland or on beaches. He has even created works in derelict environments using materials such as broken glass or ashes and general debris. The scale of his work varies massively; he may use stones or driftwood to make something small and minimal. Otherwise he may be seen drawing massive scale sand drawings up to 100 metres across. His work is ephemeral in many differing ways; Most often the weather and immediate climate will make his work disappear (be blown down/washed away by the tide), and sometimes other people will interfere. This is all part of the creative process and has proven to benefit his work. Jon’s practice is not just something he enjoys but it is also a therapy for him, an escape from the stresses of everyday life. Jon began his journey making Land Art/Sculpture while in college but he feels his creative play with materials and innovative ideas are something which started long before. Most of his work takes place in an already beautiful setting such as the Pembrokeshire coastline. Having grown up there he saw the beauty of the coastline and woodlands and made use of them by collaborating with nature itself.
Warm-up + Project:
The warm-up will be your investigation of the artist.
It will involve processing your ideas and deciding what materials and how you might execute an art piece inspired by Jon Foreman and other Land Artists.
I am particularly drawn to Foreman's mandalas made from natural materials.
You may consider working on a board or heavy cardstock and gluing materials together to create a permanent piece, or your work may be building something impermanent only to be taken apart and reassembled differently.
You may find your materials outside in nature, sticks, leaves, stones, or take a look at a craft store for additional materials. I want to emphasize that all materials are acceptable. It is how you are inspired and how you solve the creative problem that is of interest. Think about patterns, shapes, and colors as you consider your approach to this project.
Keep in mind, as always, play is an essential component.
If you need assistance or further information please reach out to me.
Stone
Sand
Inland
For additional inspiration and fun check out Patrick Dougherty and Andy Goldsworthy!
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