A very interesting project working alongside Imperial College Enginerring Student Alex Christopherson.

The Artistic Vision

This project began with me creating one of my Being sculptures—my interpretation of humans and hearts. I start by forming the shape using chicken wire, stapling it to a rounded MDF base. I bend and manipulate the hexagonal metal until I achieve a form I’m comfortable with, then cut out the hole representing the heart, completing the basic structure.
From there, I cover it with a layer of papier-mâché, followed by two layers of plaster of Paris. I then apply four additional layers of plaster, sanding each layer as it dries to achieve a smooth finish. Finally, before I would typically paint the piece, I seal the plaster with (forgot the word)—and at this stage, I handed it over to Alex to produce what you see here.

Alex’s Contribution

Alex’s part of the project began with an exploration of organic forms—drawing inspiration from intertwining roots and vines— contrasted against the precision of man-made geometries. This approach was not just aesthetic; it demonstrated the potential of 3D printing to achieve complex designs impossible through traditional methods.The sculpture consists of multiple segments, each designed to push the boundaries of what could be printed and assembled.

From Concept to Physical Model

The process began with digital modeling. Using software like (insert software name), the plaster sculpture was scanned with meticulous attention to detail. Various decimation and smoothing filters were applied to refine the digital structure. The resolution gradient allowed certain sections to exhibit high detail while others retained a minimalist aesthetic—echoing some of my tessellated sculptures and bringing that style to the organic shapes of my Beings.