Inspiraton for “3D Living Water”

I was truly inspired by the emotion that this boy gave, which was joy. I am amazed by how one moment or image can trigger such an emotional response. He presents a sense of thankfulness that teaches me to be content. It was the first big piece that I integrated plaster and joint compound with chalk drawn on top. I discovered how to make a chalk drawing become 3D.

How I Created “3D Living Water”

I started with plaster for the first layer of face then layered joint compound over it. Joint compound is heavier and cracks, but is easier to sand/ sculpt and presents a soft surface. Creating the texture of the hair was the most freeing part. I waited until the mixture of joint compound and plaster had almost kicked (hardened) for the grainy texture and then threw/ slabbed it on as quick as possible.

Making the water 3D was a puzzling but fun task. I found it important to start the water at the top disconnected from the piece then transition back into his hands.

This transition describes what is happening. That he is physically receiving clean water from a well. It shows us that it requires us to put our hands out to receive the Living water.