PROJECT :: Installation Wall :: Part 7

Over the weekend I had the opportunity to run a test-trial installation of the paper wall. With the much needed help of a friend, we were able to install the mock-up in less than four hours. Below are some photos of the installation process.

A lot was learned about the project during the installation. I developed a new method of installation that I feel will speed the process along greatly. This new method of installation will also take into account the curling of the paper which was opposing to the direction of the arches, causing double inflection to the curvature. Lastly, the largest curve wasn't able to hold its form due to the density/weight of the paper and the scale of the curve. This can be solved by using a heavier weighted paper and a smaller scaled version of the paper wall. Thanks to Matt for the photos and the assistance!

PROJECT :: Installation Wall :: Part 6

A photo of a maquette of the paper installation wall I made recently. Still some more playing around to do before installing it.

PROJECT :: Installation Wall :: Part 5

The below images are renderings of the paper wall as it would be potentially installed on billboards in the Silver Lake/Sunset Junction area of Los Angeles.

 

After reviewing how they'd appear on billboards, I'm uncertain whether or not I care for the aesthetic. The installation might be too far from the human eye to grasp the scale and the complexity. I am now wondering if it might be better to install the paper wall somewhere closer to eye level.

PROJECT :: Installation Wall :: Part 4

Some developments in dimensioning and other details have been made to the wall. I redrew the wall in AutoCAD and Sketch Up in metric centimeter units of the Fibonacci series.  

I might use printed numbers to convey the Fibonacci relationship within the installation.

Or I might otherwise cut slits to represent the numbers of the Fibonacci series. This method might be slightly more abstract but might also provide an interesting effect with shadows.

I might install it on a concrete masonry wall soon in my parking garage to see how it looks and how difficult it is to set-up before installing it somewhere in LA.

PROJECT :: Installation Wall :: Part 3

I've had some progress with the Fibonacci paper wall. Here are some new images.

Above is a sketch up of the proposed installation paper wall as well as relation to a human scale. Below is the printout that would be required using a large-format printer. The image would be cut and folded appropriately. The length of paper is close to 40', requiring at least that much of installation space.

I still think I will do some adjustments and consider the relationships a little more before finding a location around town, rendering the image onto it, and then, finally, installing.

PROJECT :: Installation Wall :: Part 2

There have been some developments, if only at least mentally, towards this idea I have for an installation wall. As mentioned in a previous post on the subject, I had considered installing it somewhere around town in a guerrilla fashion. At this point, let that be the premise.

 

I created the above mock-up animation of the installation using Sketch Up. The patterning and spacing of the wall is paying homage to the Fibonacci Series and Golden Ratio. I'm still experimenting with the patterning of the undulations and how it will be incorporated into the site location I choose. The animation above is drawn based on the original idea of installing it on a blank, white billboard I saw in my neighborhood that has ample sunshine during the day and is also illuminated at night by lights meant to light the advertisement.

 
The next animation above shows the patterning of shadows that the wall would have if placed on a south facing wall. I am also still experimenting on the idea of having the shadows create more complex patterns that mimic the golden ratio to a greater extent.

 
The motif is perhaps a statement. By installing this somewhere in LA promotes the fostering of nature and beauty as represented by the Golden Ratio, in a city which I feel lacks much of both. The method of installation, like that of a graffiti artist, is an attempt at expression when other more conventional methods of creative expression are stifled, like weeds growing through cracks.

Above are some images of the Golden Ratio and the Fibonacci Series as they occur in nature.

PROJECT :: Installation Wall :: Part 1

As part of my portfolio for my masters application, I decided to create a mock-up installation art wall that could be created fairly easily with simple products. The intent of the installation wall is to create a pattern of undulating strips of paper that would then be lit from below, casting a pattern of shadows onto the wall.

Below are some photos of the wall being constructed. The process of constructing the wall in model form would be similar to that in a large scale installation set up. The lighting sources would essentially be more powerful and color changing, creating more shadows and patterning onto the wall.

  

I will post higher quality images of the model with colored gels over the light source to attempt to better present the effect. I think it would look cool on a big blank wall for a holiday party! Or otherwise, I might install this "guerrilla style" somewhere around LA.