Inspiration--- I was inspired by my love for Japan, and the fabrics that pull together a kimono. Since I am so familiar with kimono in drawing in, I decided to build it to see how the design is similar to simple, and basic geometric shapes. It was more or less about creating something straightforward, and not about a mystery. When creating specific angle shots, I decided to make my views interesting like David Smith did.

Work--- I rebuilt my sculpture but I did not like it. It didn’t “speak” to me. When I say, it’s just that it didn’t have any feeling to me. It was something I did because I was told to do it. I wanted to create something I loved, and something that I felt would challenge me. Working with my first piece and the architectural structure of the museum, showed me that everything is made up of basic geometric shapes, and those shapes can be molded and make illusions. It was quite lovely.

Kyoto--- I wanted everything smooth and round. I do not like sharp edges because when I worked with metal, sharp edges became problematic when I would solder. The colors had to be alive, thus the pink and the darker pink shades. The purple color is the Obi, and that needed to stand out. The environment must be perfectly green. The textures must be smooth. The Kyoto landscape reflects the birthplace of Kimonos and the traditions of Geisha; artists and entertainers. The background was mostly made out of trees and rocks. I did not want to hinder the effect of the kimono but the trees were necessary for the shadows to reflect the pensive tone, and the rural landscape is isolation and break away from traditional culture. It also represents how easily I get lost in Japan. It’s an endless forest, but very alive and vivid.

Imagination--- The brightness of the Kimono is a contrast on the subtle green environment. She is standing among the trees, perhaps doing a fan dance or simply trying to look past the trees, and break into the open sky. It’s a happy moment in her life. She isn’t a statue, but soft fabric amidst the blossoming trees. She is simply flowing in the wind, weightless and modest. No one really knows what she feels, but she represents beauty. The Geisha hid their face behind a white mask; she is hiding behind the trees and her bright kimono.