My goal for this project was to explore the limits of inflatables in terms of mending and form. My process was intuitive and I approached them all from a curious perspective.
Improvisation #1
In my first exploration, I was fascinated by the little details. I was curious to explore how small connections, folds, and mends could change the overall structure. I also questioned conventions of inflatables, such as the roundness and plumpness, and incorporated sharp edges and inversions. At one point I connected a lengthy clear piece, and curved it to create the sharp dome at the end of this inflatable.
Improvisation #2
Moving on, I was curious to explore how scale would impact the construction and integrity of the inflatable. Subconciously this became an extension of my explorations in the previous inflatable. My main goal was to create a diverse planar structure, so that the point at the front would fade out into the flat portion at the back.
Improvisation #3
For the final inflatable, I noticed that my previous explorations had been relatively flat on the ground. My goal was to create a boomerang or banana shape that could hold itself in a V shape. I also played with asymmetry a bit more, and questioned how that would affect the perception of the object.
This intro to inflatables has given me the confidence and knowledge to attempt whackier forms at a larger scale, and I am eager to keep learning.
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