In this group project we explored text in a 2 & 3-dimensional context. Using the word we randomly chose. We started out by experimenting with black and white paper cutouts. We cut and arranged them in differing manners as to brainstorm for the 3-dimensional work. Next we brainstormed on the construction and placement of our letters around campus. We also had to choose font details such as x-height, stroke width, etc. After we decided on a material to construct the letters out of, in this case cardboard, we began immediately.
We constructed the first three letters as negative space and the last five letters as positive representations of the letters, this was done to help convey our word, displace. After constructing our letters we painted them black and finally we were ready for installation. We installed the letters multiple places around campus trying to simulate the idea of displacement. Next we constructed accordion books to show the site photos and a process book for written reflections and prototypes.
