Huma Bhabha created this work, entitled, Bleekmen, that is made up of many materials
like clay, wood, wire, Styrofoam, plastic, cast iron, fabric, ink, paper, brass
wire, synthetic polymer paint, and ink. Huma likes focusing on composite sculptures, combining organic
and industrial materials. This artwork is inspired by African, Egyptian, Native
American art and futuristic aliens. The
name comes from a science fiction book from the characters that were indigenous
to Mars. Yet, the artist also thinks that this form relays the form of a derelict
building. Furthermore, Bhabha suggests the form of a mask with this artwork
made up of found objects.
This
style is very intriguing and caught my eye because I am focusing on making wire
art and when you look at wire, it can become anything you want it to be. Huma Bhabha had this thought process and took
it even farther to find objects and arrange them together to form a
representational piece. This idea is
what really catches my attention and the way she arranged her multitude of materials
creates an illusion of something that is asymmetrical in shape, but has a sense
of balance, rough texture, and creativity that is displayed in an very interesting
fashion.
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