Mark Goudy
Waveform Object #1356, 2022
unglazed porcelain, soluble metals (gold)
5 7/8 x 5 1/8 in
15 x 13 cm
15 x 13 cm
Signed, and editioned on base
Copyright The Artist
“My “wave form” series consists of radial open-form objects that are defined by sine wave curves that wrap around the shape. The hard-edged waves are separated by smooth, undulating surfaces...
“My “wave form” series consists of radial open-form objects that are defined by sine wave curves that wrap around the shape. The hard-edged waves are separated by smooth, undulating surfaces that are created by the interaction of different wave frequencies. The focus of this work is the way in which the ridges capture the light and project gentle shadows across the surfaces, reminiscent of sand dunes illuminated by low-angle afternoon light. The other way I conceptualize these objects is to imagine different sound waves and how the combinations of different tones work together to create harmony, dissonance, and complex overtones.”
“My work lives at the intersection of organic forms grounded in the natural world, and digital 3D algorithmic design. As engineer turned artist, I think of my work as mathematics in porcelain, celebrating the connection between art and science.
Perception, balance, and translucency are key elements that permeate my work...My work is slipcast paper-thin translucent porcelain, often colored with delicate soluble metal watercolors — I am especially drawn to cobalt blue, a reference to the ineffable blue of water and distance. I think of these objects as containers for light and atmosphere.” - Mark Goudy (American b.1955)
*From the artist's website
“My work lives at the intersection of organic forms grounded in the natural world, and digital 3D algorithmic design. As engineer turned artist, I think of my work as mathematics in porcelain, celebrating the connection between art and science.
Perception, balance, and translucency are key elements that permeate my work...My work is slipcast paper-thin translucent porcelain, often colored with delicate soluble metal watercolors — I am especially drawn to cobalt blue, a reference to the ineffable blue of water and distance. I think of these objects as containers for light and atmosphere.” - Mark Goudy (American b.1955)
*From the artist's website