Art Concentration: Appropriation of Iconic Art Pt. 5

I have chosen to do a small part of Michelangelo's The Creation of Adam and focused more on the most important part of the artwork: the space between God's and Adam's fingers which distinguishes the destinct role of the giver and receiver of life. I decided to mechanicalize the hands, attempting to challenge and see if it will have the same impact as 2 anatomical hands. I've carried on the technique of pixellation, and contrasted the squares by having different levels and mounted on a background similar to the original art.

The Creation of Adam

Original Artwork by Michelangelo

Medium: Ink on paper, watercolor and impasto

Art Concentration: Appropriation of Iconic Art Pt. 4

This was the 2nd piece I did for my concentration, an appropriation of Time Transfixed by surrealist René Magritte. I explored the technique of pointillism as a way of pixellation, which ties in with the overall theme of my concentration.  In the original oil painting, a black train was jutting ut of the fireplace, and I replaced it with a robotic arm.

Time Transfixed

Original Artwork by René Magritte

Medium: acrylic and spray paint

Art Concentration: Appropriation of Iconic Art Pt. 3

This piece is a response to Banksy's Laugh Now, But One Day We'll Be In Charge street art. There's an element of animation and I was highly inspired by post apocalyptic astronaut meets Darth Vader.

Who's Laughing Now?

Original Artwork by Banksy

Medium" Spray paint on wood

Art Concentration: Appropriation of Iconic Art Pt. 2

This is my version of Andy Warhol's iconic print of Marilyn Monroe. I added subtle details as if she was robotic, silver skin tone, golden hair and metal patchwork, while keeping the essence of the original prints by keeping it simple. In contrast to the original prints, I made it a bit 'raw' and unclean to juxtapose with the perfectness of the original image.

Marilyn Monroe
Original art by Andy Warhol
Media: Acrylic plastic and spray paint

Art Concentration: Appropriation of Iconic Art Pt. 1

Since I haven't had the chance to create new images, I thought I'd share some of the artworks I've done in the past.

For my concentration, I focused on appropriation of iconic artworks from the past, and reconstructing it with a sci-fi twist. For this one, American Gothic by Grant Wood, my inspiration came from post-apocalyptic imagery and pixellation.

American Gothic

Original art by Grant wood

Media: gouche, paper, metal wire, plastic

Research Project Editorial: Domestic Nomad

This is my final editorial for my research project of Deconstruction/Reconstruction. The idea behind it is I used clothing in unconventional ways and put together 6 looks using scarves, faux fur, trench coats, jeans, plaid shirts and knit as the 6 main items.

Photography and Styling: Leonard Arceo

Model: Dennis Khay

Research: Modern Nymph

I wanted to recreate the 'Grecian Goddess' image that we already have and modernize her in the 21st Century. I was influenced by statues, especially in nature, and how they are stoic but yet remain feminine, with draped dresses. I also found inspiration in Martin Maison Margiela S/S '11 silhouettes, with extreme boxy shoulders. So I took the two and made a dress for the shoot, using polyester chiffon to achieve the draped look. To make it a lot more natural, I used mud in the hairstyle.

Research: East Indian Deity

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My inspiration for this shoot were the women in India, and how they decorate themselves in times of festivities. I also did a bit of research on Indian gods, and how they are portrayed with the use of accessories.I took the warmer palette, focusing on golds, oranges, and browns, and focused on using headdresses, necklaces, and bracelets.

Photoshoot: Modern Nymph

Model: Laura

Styling and Photography: Leonard

dress by leonard.

Photoshoot: Harness Madness

Model: Laura

Styling and Photography: Leonard

Hair and Make-up: Lauren Barker

harness by topshop; trench coat worn as pants by banana republic; belt by zara men.