| Mayan
Madonna is sitting in a familiar pose, depicting the love and affection
a mother has for her child. However, wanting to go beyond the obvious
and deeper into the strength of the mother herself with less emphasis
on the baby. I sculpted the mother oversized, not in a Reuben's soft,
fleshy style, but in a solid, stronger frame, broadening the shoulders
and accentuating the muscles. The hair is pulled back in a neat, but
intricate bun that does not obstruct the shoulders. Continuing in
the overall strength, I broadened the hips to give her a solid sitting
form. The base and sculpture are one piece that roughly resembles
a pyramid, creating a metaphor for strength and stability. |
