Oct 22 Modern
October 22, 2021
Modern Composition Style
Often the name of the game in Modern is to use a lot less material. Think 5 stems or less. Unusual Materials, Manipulated materials, Interesting uses for those materials are all signatures of this style.
We sunk orchids (they drink water through their petals), Manipulation of curly willow, and horsetail. The horsetail manipulation resulted in lots of sharp angles. Giving somewhat of a geometric feel.
Despite the simplicity of using less materials it can sometimes be a lot harder to do. Placement of materials and engineering to make materials stay in place (when that is a desired affect) can add challenges.
I feel that modern arrangements allow a lot more play. Since there is less materials moving things in and out and changing elements can really be gratifying and help you hone what you like.
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