Below are some observations that emerged during the workshop…
I noticed two different approaches:
- some students started working immediately, with very clear ideas
- others needed more time to observe the objects and let themselves be inspired
Some objects led different people towards similar interpretations, probably influenced by their shape:
- screw → drill
- pine cone → tree crown
- shoehorn → slide
- glove → bird
When an idea appeared, it often created a feeling of satisfaction: the object started to become something new.
The activity was experienced as a moment of:
- relaxation
- involvement
- concentration
The first transformation seemed to be the easiest one to find. Often, after completing an idea, imagining new interpretations required more time and creativity.
In the attached PDF, I collect some of the works created by the students during the workshop!
