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About:
Artist Marty Whipple
Art Institute
- Chicago
While the
category is jewelry, wearable sculpture is more descriptive.
The juxtaposition of silver and brass, together with found
objects, antique pieces, pillboxes, photos, watch parts,
buttons, all circa 1800 to 1930, is the core of these
creations. The designs are original works that have come
together like small puzzles or collages as the work
progresses. Much of what you see is found or discarded
objects, something that once was regarded as useless or broken
has been used to create something new.
The technique
of creating these pieces comes from years of collecting,
designing, casting, forming and working with multiple or mixed
media's. The use of antiques as part of the design makes them
very original and distinctive. Recycling is another word for
rebirth or giving new life. By incorporating these objects
into the designs, it is giving them a new life.
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