I took a literal direction on my project. I use clay, and the idea of zen tangled to execute this.
Tell me about your process, from idea, sketch, beginning to finish.
First, I search ideas on Pinterest, and after see a really cool zen tangled tree, I decided to create a zen tangled leaf. I then sketched out the leaf design. Next, I chose to use red clay, and cut out the leaf and created different, repetitive patterns for each section of the leaf. After being bisqued, I glazed it with clear glazed, and we fired it for a last time.
What is at least 1 thing you feel you did successfully and why?
I think I was successful in creating different patterns and executing my original idea as planned.
What is 1 thing you would like to change about your piece and why?
I wish I could make the sections of the leaf more realistic and accurate.
How did you come up with the theme and ideas for your piece?
Kelsie came up with our theme, and we brainstormed together to decide which parts of the farm would be cutest.
What did you find most difficult in making your piece?
The most difficult thing in making the marble drop was deciding which aspects to use, and where to put them.
How does the marble travel? Did you make your own tracks? If so, how?
The marble falls through the top, and into the barn. Then, I rolls down the hail bails and on to the grass, zig-zag track. Last, it falls into the pig, and rolls down the field. Kelsie and I worked together to make the tracks using cardboard and hot glue.
If you could change anything about your piece what would it be?
I would create more obstacles for the marble to go through/on.
What are you most proud of in you piece?
I am most proud of our painting job, and the little picket fence.
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