Emerald

Envy’s Reflection

Acrylic Paint, 9x12 Paper

In Envy’s Reflection, I explored the tension between beauty and desire through the rich depth of emerald green. Inspired by Shakespeare’s “green-eyed monster” and the Bahia emerald’s story of greed, I used layered tones of green to show how admiration can turn into obsession. The gem’s sharp edges and glowing surface symbolize wealth and temptation, while the softer background reflects the fragile balance between fascination and envy.

Fluorescent Pink

Never Mind the Neutrals

Adobe Illustrator

In Never Mind the Neutrals, I used fluorescent pink to express the rebellious energy of the 1970s punk movement. Inspired by the reading’s link between fluorescent color, artificiality, and protest, I wanted the piece to reject dullness through bold contrast and intensity. The glowing pink and sharp typography reflect how this color became a symbol of defiance, loud, unapologetic, and impossible to ignore.

Vivian Brezler

1) A Tiffany & Co necklace. Because it represents the forever friendship between my two childhood best friends and I. We all have matching ones that we received as a high school graduation gift.

2) A keychain wallet. Because I love my car and it carries a lot of memories ranging from road trips, family vacations, or driving around town. 

3) A travel Gucci perfume. Because it is my mom's favorite perfume. Every time I wear it, it reminds me of her and how important my mom and family is to me. 

4) A running shoe. Because I run every single day. Running is a big part of my life and gives my life structure, routine, and a group of friends and mentors. 

5) A "V" initial ceramic dish. Because I got it on my study abroad trip to Morocco this past summer. This trip was life changing and I made so many new friends and gained so many new experiences. 

All Three Sculptures, Full View

Molten Garden, Tidal Geometry, Threaded Silence

Sculpture #1, View #1

Tidal Geometry

Watercolor Paper, Wood Glue, Ink, Wood

Size. Width” x Height” x Depth”

Sculpture #1, View #2

Tidal Geometry

Watercolor Paper, Wood Glue, Ink, Wood

Size. Width” x Height” x Depth”

Sculpture #2, View #1

Molten Garden

Wood, Watercolor Paper, Ink, Wire, Wood Glue

Size. Width” x Height” x Depth”

Sculpture #2, View #2

Molten Garden

Wood, Watercolor Paper, Ink, Wire, Wood Glue

Size. Width” x Height” x Depth”

Sculpture #3, View #1

Threaded Silence

Wood Glue, Thread, Wire, Wood, Ink

Size. Width” x Height” x Depth”

Sculpture #3, View #2

Threaded Silence

Wood Glue, Thread, Wire, Wood, Ink

Size. Width” x Height” x Depth”

Reflection Statement for the sculpture collection

The three sculptures visually communicate focal point, repetition, and negative space through color, structure, and movement. While exploring materials, I focused on how form and texture could create contrast and rhythm. I included wood, wire, and resin to balance solid and transparent elements. When the compositions felt incomplete, I adjusted spacing and angles to create stronger visual tension. This work allowed me to explore how color and form guide the eye, and how emptiness can be just as expressive as structure.

Research A

Terry Kreiter

https://www.artobjectgallery.com/terry-kreiter

Research B

Alexis Granwell

https://www.alexisgranwell.studio/sculpture/0022xkcufsb6xj3havl9littu7aqoz

Research C

Ted Lott

https://tedlott.com/artwork/3936757-Migration%20%231.html

View #1

Coffee Pot Replica

Cardboard, Duct Tape

9.5" height, 7.5" diameter

View #2

View #3

Detail #1

Detail #2

Paper Model View #1

Paper Model View #2

Diagram Drawing

In-process

In-process

In-process

In-process

 

Research A

AnDee Lumsden

https://www.allthingspaper.net/2024/03/andee-lumsden-cardboard-sculpture.html

Research B

Monami Ohno

https://mymodernmet.com/amazon-cardboard-box-art-monami-ohno/

Research C

Chris Gilmour
https://blog.artsper.com/en/a-closer-look/art-movements-en/cardboard-art-sculpture-artists/

 

Iñigo Manglano-Ovalle

Natural Environment, Political

https://art21.org/watch/art-in-the-twenty-first-century/s4/inigo-manglano-ovalle-in-ecology-segment/

Bulletproof Umbrella, 2006

Color & Emphasis

The bright orange of the umbrella contrasts sharply against the neutral gray floor and white wall. This intense color immediately draws the viewer’s attention, creating a strong focal point.

https://www.galeriethomasschulte.com/content/feature/222/artworks-10629-inigo-manglano-ovalle-bulletproof-umbrella-2006/

Red Berg, 2006

Scale & Proportion

The large geometric wire structure towers over the viewer inside the space. Its exaggerated scale compared to the human figure emphasizes the monumentality of the form.

https://www.galeriethomasschulte.com/content/feature/222/artworks-4036-inigo-manglano-ovalle-red-berg-r11io1-2006/

 

Form, Asymmetry

Ben Becker

https://foundations3ddesign.blogspot.com/2019/06/ben-becker-student-work.html

Form, Asymmetry

Personal Photo

Pedro Pedro

https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2025/09/pedro-pedro-picnic-food-paintings/

 

Daniel Buren

https://sculpturemagazine.art/sculpture-parks-in-the-south-of-france-a-brief-guide/

 Isa D’Aniello

https://thedieline.com/tejas-tonics-orange-sunshine-is-a-pool-party-in-a-can/

Shistine 

https://design-milk.com/take-5-miniature-pools-monet-sculptures-pet-finds-more/