Body Mould
Sweet Pea. Perth. 2024
Body Mould continues Meakins' exploration of damage, stress, and failure in the human body. Inspired by small sculptural studies used to test ideas for larger works, these pieces contrast Meakins' usual use of bright colors and large-scale presentations. Instead, they are presented in monochrome and hand-held scale, between the size of a small animal and a dumbbell. Using VR, 3D modeling, and cast aluminum, Meakins explores poses that suggest deflation, compression, crumpling, and strain, juxtaposing vulnerability with muscular form. Drawing from a fitness background, Meakins challenges the body-as-machine metaphor, focusing on moments of collapse rather than strength.
Documentation: Aaron Webber & Aaron Claringbold
On-Site Photos: James Caswell
Studio Documentation: Declan Young
Sculpture fabrication: UAP (Urban Art Projects)
Wall work fabrication: Artcom
Sweet Pea. Perth. 2024
Body Mould continues Meakins' exploration of damage, stress, and failure in the human body. Inspired by small sculptural studies used to test ideas for larger works, these pieces contrast Meakins' usual use of bright colors and large-scale presentations. Instead, they are presented in monochrome and hand-held scale, between the size of a small animal and a dumbbell. Using VR, 3D modeling, and cast aluminum, Meakins explores poses that suggest deflation, compression, crumpling, and strain, juxtaposing vulnerability with muscular form. Drawing from a fitness background, Meakins challenges the body-as-machine metaphor, focusing on moments of collapse rather than strength.
Documentation: Aaron Webber & Aaron Claringbold
On-Site Photos: James Caswell
Studio Documentation: Declan Young
Sculpture fabrication: UAP (Urban Art Projects)
Wall work fabrication: Artcom
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