Elizabeth Morris

MA Art & Design

specialism

Statement

My work is inspired by 18th and 19th century marble sculptures which I studied on a recent placement at the Victoria and Albert Museum. Many of these sculptures have been made in memory of loved ones and it is through examination and drawing that the clothing and material has become the forefront of my investigation. Making traditional forms with feminine references I have used the philosophy ‘simplicity of line’ to capture unusual and exciting ways to express material on forms through throwing multiple components, cutting and altering in a unique way. Each form is made individually reflecting different personalities. Fluid undulating lines expresses the twists and turns each individual has to face; broken lines rough times; complicated lines express complexity of character.