The interlocking vertical circles could be expanded as either a geometric series of shapes or it can be enhanced with additional organic elements. I have decided to move in the organic direction. An organic center “stalk and pod” should help balance the geometric quality. The question is how to design and make the center stalk/pod. I am planning on it to be made up of a steel, stainless steel, glass and cedar. Bending and cutting stainless steel for leaves will be the first step. The next hurdle is how to assemble the stalk, leaves and pod.
This project was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.