In my Fine Art practice I have begun to look into the political situation affecting my hometown- the Rotherham Sex Abuse Scandal. This hit national headlines over the summer with the release of the Jay Report and since their have been numerous protests from far right extremist groups.
I began simply by asking questions, leaving the scribbles in.
During my streams workshops I was set a never ending drawing, where I wanted to look at other peoples thoughts about Rotherham. This was overwhelmingly positive, with people defending the town. This is something I have noticed within the town, particularly in events such as love comes first.
From this I created another piece, building upon what people have written with drawings. I aim to continue this piece, building it up and up and up.
Photograph: Rotherham Town Centre
Photograph: Rotherham Town Hall
Photograph: Rotherham Town Centre
I have now begun looking into political protests more generally, looking at the structures used in more radical protests. During my sculpture induction I created this cardboard sculpture, inspired by photographs in the book Disobedient Objects from the V&A show.
I aim to make larger structures that appear to be more unstable, but keeping the speed and almost roughness of this piece.
I have also made a film of the above sculpture, which is something I want to continue experimenting with.
For more of my university work see my studio blog: http://hollieolivia-studiopractice.blogspot.co.uk/
