Stretch

This Sculpture was inspired by my own experience living with stretch marks as a plus size individual. Stretch marks are formed when the skin is pulled too fast due to an increase in body fat, muscle, pregnancy, or other influences. My intent behind the piece was to create a visual representation of living with stretch marks as a plus size person. With Excess body fat and loose skin, there are times where I have felt as if my flesh is being pulled in all directions. Whether this was due to a shirt clinging tight on my skin or the color of my clothing being too bright. There is a sense of “alien life” within the sculpture that reflects the emotions of alienation among plus size individuals within spaces predominantly suited for smaller sized people. The process for building this piece began by cutting a slab to the star shape and coil building the legs on top of a bowl. This allowed the bottom legs to arch downwards and reduce any breaks during the drying process. The rest of the sculpture was coil built and formed to the final shape.

Ceramic
11”H 12”L 9.25” W