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The late morning sun lights up the sagebrush as the D&RGW MOW Train charges west past "Gravity Hill" around MP 289.2.
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Gravity, Seismic Ray and Stasis are sculptures that aesthetically come together to advance a new plateau for the art of bronze. In these three dimensional configurations which explore the FOUNDATIONS OF SYNERGY, Snowden establishes her own vocabulary in describing energy pattern phenomena and laws of physics that permeate the universe. Through a singular focus on the possibilities of gravity-pour lost wax bronze, the sculptor has been able to transform abstract contemporary science into an art of lustrous physical vitality and spiritual connection.
Gravity, as a sculptural meditation, expresses M.L. Snowden’s central idea that the very substance of humankind, stars, planetary masses and bronze are created of the same interrelated yet differently arranged elements. Just as humankind is the expression of the physical universe, so is bronze metallurgy a celebration of these same integrated forces; indeed, for Snowden, the working processes that heat the bronze foundry are mirrored in titanic geological phenomena happening deep within the earth’s core.
Using no models or references to express form, Snowden has invented a composition that invites us to contemplate Gravity in multiple ways.
In the sculptor’s visual language, the lower figure can be thought to embody Gravity - in its free fall suspension, the lower tier creates the illusion that it is exerting the full force of its downward weight upon the bronze structure. The upper figure opposes being brought down by Gravity in an affirmative action that seems to strive toward the light. Indeed, this upper portrait is riveted on the heavens. Reviewing the sculpture, the lower figure exerts a downward force while the upper lifts skyward on limbs that clutch and depend upon the lower tier. Within the braced hands lies a nexus of condensed power. Here, Gravity and its effect is described as a synergistic union of elements. The sculpture suggests a balanced scale. In looking over these compositional oppositions, it is possible to see the program and intention of the sculpture reaching out. Here are written anabolic and catabolic forces at work through all the universe and creation; in this bronze, yin and yang, life and death; the central striving of humankind are intimated. The composition describes a state of being beyond a struggle: it is an eternal portrait of humankind’s will toward ascendency against all odds to the point where both figures within the composition rise in floatation and elevation. In Gravity, we may indeed see something of our own will to succeed. Here within the bronze is an expression of sustained achievement. Within this meditation, humankind is defined by its opposition. Within the portrait of the balanced scale, Gravity is necessary to the formation and sustenance of humankind.
Gravity is based upon a mathematical calculation that allows the entire bronze structure to almost float, ultimately almost defying Gravity. The total weight mass is mortised on the smallest cap of extrusion that is possible to support the structure in connecting the bronze to its base. Snowden’s Gravity is defined by myriad negative spaces within ever changing alignments that in certain lights, cast shadows on walls, speaking of the mystery of forces that while seemingly immaterial, wield powerful influences on the world.
From important roots in the Paris studios of Auguste Rodin and Antonin Mercié, Snowden brings to Gravity the glowing luminous platinum Fournier Patina and the touch of the historic Rodin tools that were used to shape the dynamic planes of the sculpture.
ABOUT THE ARTIST...
M.L. Snowden is a third generation protegé of the great French sculptor, Auguste Rodin and the inheritor of Rodin’s sculptural techniques and original sculpting tools, which she uses in her own work. Her sculpture has been shown in museums around the world and is in the permanent collection of The White House. Snowden has received numerous awards including being named the world winner of the 1992 International Rodin Competition in Tokyo, Japan. In 1989, at the age of 36, Snowden was awarded the National Sculpture Society’s inaugural Alex Ettl Grant for “Lifetime Achievement in American Sculpture.” Snowden’s commissions include the Main Altar of the $200 million Los Angeles Cathedral.
On March 31 2012, I was given the privilege of being able to ride on the Ffestiniog railway`s gravity train as a specially-invited brakesman. .
It was an unique experience for me having the sensation of riding down on these wagons from the summit at Tanygrisiau power house to Minffordd, something that my grandfather could well have done when used to work at Maenofferen quarry.
My sincere thanks goes to Peter Dennis & Iain Wilkinson for making it possible for me to undertake this unique experience.
Todo un reto esta foto, quedó muy diferente de como la había imaginado..
Sería una buena portada para disco, jeje..
Igual que la anterior; no me convence del todo.. =/
A man, wearing new Rockport shoes, hangs in the air above a mesmerized audience. The only point of connection appears to be the man's hand.
Grace Plaza
New York City
Image created using particles obeying certain "gravitational" laws. Mostly variations on "accelerate toward/away from some particle unless some condition is met, in which case move toward/away from some other particle".
Made with processing (processing.org).
okay.......
fine......
understanding.......
Thats it.
I think what just happened has something to do with... Gravity?...
at least the properties are the same, something flew up, It came right back down, on top of me....
This has nothing to do with this shot, but read about my scissor Dilemma, just because they are the same scissors. Read here AlyssaDawnw
Had loads of fun with the camera snapping the gravity well exhibit in the Goonhilly visitor centre. Here are a couple of the results. Had to rest the camera in the side of the well to get these motion shots.
“You can't blame gravity for falling in love.”
~Albert Einstein
[Day 137/365]
I feel so lazy being on Flickr =P
The gravity train at Minffordd. My video of the gravity train here:
www.flickr.com/photos/penmorfas/48546719022/in/album-7215...