Concept Design: Study Models (Edge)

As I started to develop my "edge" models, I wanted to convey an alternative look to the word "edge" as found in my 2D collage. I used materials that had a specific appearance but conveyed another. As you look at the models below, you will see how the models show one perspective but may be more complex.

#1- In this model, you see an array of triangles that spring from one focal point. I used Styrofoam which is a softer material to the touch but in this model, I made the corners sharp visually and physically. I wanted to show movement as well because with the view on the right, you can see different perspectives of this material. The rectangular piece at the edge of a triangular piece of Styrofoam is placed at an angle to show a crossing over from one to another. As in my 2D collage, human beings focus on a partial feeling but until you cross the blocking force, you will not understand why that rectangular piece has become these pointed pieces on the other side. (This is show in the bottom right view.)      

#2- In this model, I wanted to show almost the  same affect of model #1 but with different materials. The Plexiglas piece in the left view at the bottom represents a platform that seems to be transparent but it makes the model actually function. The Plexiglas that is shooting from out from different directions from the main axis show you that the human being is imperfect. The vertical portion is made from broken pieces of wood that hold the up this model. The broken "edges" are essentially holding up these horizontal pieces that are flawed as well. If you look closely, on one end of the horizontal Plexiglas pieces there is a straight edge and on the opposite end, it has been cracked or bruised.        

#3- In this model, I took the literally sense of the materials but adjusted the view of these materials. The horizontal piece of wood shows as the structural component but the type of wood used which is balsa wood is one of the most dense pieces of wood which gives the illusion of "edge" automatically. The toothpicks shooting from under the focal point underneath the balsa wood shows more appealing because you want to know more about its positioning. The main material in the middle starts to also show texture about it becomes the binding piece of the model. In my 2D collage, the structured piece was the lotus flower that was secondary to the disintegrated person with the shattering pieces so the toothpicks become the focal point of "edge" because it is more compelling.