The Spiral of Life Sculpture - Strand Ephemera 2019
The Spiral of Life
"The helical spiral, as found in nature, is essentially the transmission of energy, radiating out and drawing in, infinitely and eternally. Therefore we exist in nature, flowing with energy, and as we connect with each other, it creates an infinite flow of energy and unity - the very essence of life itself flowing through us." - Written by Melissa Carey
Melissa was an invited artist for the biannual sculpture exhibition "Strand Ephemera" by Townsville City Galleries, located in Townsville, Queensland, Australia. Her artwork "The Spiral Of Life" represented a timber helical spiral and was displayed on the beach front at The Strand for 12 days. At night, the sculpture came to life with video projections and live fire spinning performances.
The sculpture was made entirely of pine timber and screws, in a parametric, helical spiral that Melissa designed. The sculpture spans 6 metres in length by 2.5 metres high/wide. Melissa is hands on with all her artworks, from designing, building to installation, along with the help of her team.
Photos by: Devin TV, Jesse Bellen Media, Matthew Minchio
Front Side view of the sculpture
Front Side view of the sculpture
Front Side view of the sculpture
Front Side view of the sculpture
Sunrise in front of the sculpture
Photographer @philcoppphotos
Sunset in front of the sculpture
Photographer @sew.that.coming
The sculpture at night, with live video projection art in collaboration with Nema Adel @Darkcinema and fire performance by Leon Metzker
The sculpture at night, with live video projection art in collaboration with Nema Adel @Darkcinema and fire performance by Leon Metzker
BEHIND THE SCENES
Melissa was interviewed by Channel 7 about her sculpture. Watch the interview here:
https://www.facebook.com/529629870416437/posts/2391872314192174/?vh=e&d=n
Melissa was invited to speak at the "Professional Development for Artists" night - a panel discussion with internationally renowned exhibiting artists about igniting careers in the Arts.
Everything starts with an idea - this is Melissa's first design of the spiral sculpture, made with matchstick timber pieces to create a marquette.
Melissa's sculpture in the exhibition catalog
In Melissa's art studio, starting to assemble the large timber pieces together
Thanks to Melissa's team that helped her bring this sculpture to life! - Chris, Ben & Christian