Personalised Passion Project Reflection

We planned our passion project last term; we brainstormed ideas of what we could do; we decided that we would create a sculpture that is inspired by a Japanese beast, we call our creation The Beast King. Additionally, we not only made a sculpture inspired by Japanese culture, but we also made it into a sustainable sculpture using environment-friendly materials such as cardboard and newspaper. Our group and I used adhesives such as glue, duct tape and wires to put the pieces together. 

This design embellished a complex design showcasing the history, culture and mythology of Japan. Our driving question was "How can we use sustainable materials (recycle), such as newspaper and cardboard to create art--life-size sculpture?"

The figure was constructed in a way in which is easily severed. Almost puzzle-like, the head, torso, lower body including the hair is detachable for easy access. How such body parts were built systematically and with an essence of a puzzle as well. Taking influence from the Japanese culture once more in the form of construction. "Miyadaiku" is a style of carpentry in which works by making joints in the woods and putting them concurrently; it doesn't use any glue, adhesives or nails. 

To conclude, our passion project was a success because of our hard work, as well as our teamwork. It was such a fun activity because we were able to unleash our creativity and modification. We did encounter some struggles. Which appeared in us needing to adjust and negotiate. However, we worked together and got through it triumphantly