The two-part resin that I am using to create the sculpture requires over night to cure. This forces me to slow down my process. I also have limited myself to the 5-lbs of resin which I brought in my luggage. These limitations are an exercise in restraint. I can only progress at a certain rate and I also must be very deliberate in how I use the material.

Here, the sculpture is shown upright with two of the tiny-toothed flowers next to it.

Before arriving in Spain, I was creating a series of carnivorous flowers. Here, I have decided to make an entire carnivorous plant. I spent today creating tiny-toothed flowers that will eventually be attached to the plant.

Since arriving, I have collected several natural objects. Among them is this piece of cut tree that will be incorporated as the base of a sculpture. I am using wire as the armature to create this smaller plant-like structure that grows out of the base. I am using gravity to my advantage in the production of this sculpture. The sculpture is shown inverted while I reinforce the branches to withstand their own weight without drooping.

Here are some inspirational flora collected from a hike near the base of the Montserrat mountains. It will be interesting to see how these forms make their way into the artwork.

I have decided to travel light and to not bring a computer to Spain. As a result, writing long posts will be challenging. Over the next month, I will frequently update this site with pictures including my studio progress, outdoor excursions, and cultural experiences around town.

After the residency is complete (and I am again with access to a consistant internet connection and functioning computer), I will write a summary of my adventures and thoughts about working from a temporary studio.

This is the studio and residence which will be my home-base for October.