Inspiration for Mannequin:
Figurative sculpture, that of humans forms and shapes, has
always been an intriguing style. Most of the time, lets say all of the time, my
sculptures are abstract. Lots of sculptures come out of dreams and that is
where the cutlery figure was born. Full-size was a real attraction, because
then you can go all out. All spoons and knives seems appropriate, kind of like
sugar and spice. Plus, as a former professional cook, it has a special
symbolism for me. Stainless steel is a pleasure to work with; its gleaming
surfaces make for lots of optical effects, especially when it starts moving!
Bio:
The point of life is to be happy. Now is a good time to start. Beautiful things inspire us all, and it is one of the many things we share. Beauty and inspiration are entwined inextricably, a curious mix of reactions and ideas that are hard to pin down, hard to understand. It's another thing we share. The world is a wondrous place full of an incredible array of beautiful things, living things, ancient things, recent inventions and human relics. Alas, there always seems to be no want for imitation and cheapness in a world so big and interconnected, and fleeting ideas like beauty can get washed away in the tide. Everything should reflect at least a little foresight, thinking ahead to where and why not just of right now but of the future too. Beauty is no exception to this, and reflected in that, there is in all of us an appreciation for quality and time spent on a worthy cause. Design, materials, attention to detail, are all an investment. No one wants to see that totally wasted, or unappreciated, it is just a shame. Beauty of craft and form shouldn't go to waste. Some will take up that cause and reclaim those things, give them another show in a new light. Metal, wood, cloth, plastics, from small to large, things to wear, to touch, to see.
Paris Davis' work can be found online at: http://myspace.com/parisdavisdesigns.
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