Totem Project Process
The idea for a large sculpture came about after making a smaller four sided piece.
This is bigger than anything done before.
A long term project taking more time than any other work.
Collaboration with another person necessary.
Can not build the totem pole background.
Not like the help with typing my ideas.
They are my own thoughts and words.
The totem base is being constructed for me.
Each section will display eight framed pieces.
Have to decide where each will go.
Black frames positioned on the white background.
Must make sure each border is clean.
Each framed piece is an indication of my uniqueness .
No two are the same but all share my complex style.
Different composition of objects and colors.
Do they complement or clash.
Each piece can be interchangeable.
The totem foundation is permanent but placement can change.
Excited that the first stage is complete.
It has become bigger than the initial idea.
Totem
Pieces together
And separate,
Sections come apart
And can move.
Start with the top
Make special pieces.
Finish all parts
Of the puzzle.
David Stahl
5/11/18
