resinsculpture
Definition
This term refers to sculptures made using resin as the primary material, valued for its durability, transparency, and ability to capture fine details. Resin sculptures can range from small, intricate pieces to large-scale installations, often exploring themes of preservation, materiality, and the interplay between light and form.
History
Resin sculpture gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly with the advent of modern synthetic resins that allowed artists to create durable, highly detailed works. Artists like Jeff Koons and Roxy Paine have used resin to create works that explore the boundaries between reality and artifice, often emphasizing the material's smooth, reflective surfaces and its ability to capture and distort light.
Notable Examples
Jeff Koons
Rabbit, 1986
Roxy Paine
Dendroidseries, 1998-2010
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Jeff Koons, whose Rabbit sculpture, made from polished stainless steel with a resin core, plays with ideas of mass production and consumer culture, and Roxy Paine, known for his large-scale resin sculptures that mimic organic forms like trees and plants, blurring the line between the natural and the artificial.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques involve the use of resin in casting, molding, or layering to create three-dimensional forms. Artists may use clear or colored resins, often combined with other materials like metal or wood, to achieve different effects. The resin can be poured into molds, shaped by hand, or layered to create transparent or opaque surfaces. Resin's ability to capture fine details and its durability make it a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor sculptures, allowing artists to explore themes of materiality, permanence, and the interaction between light and form.
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