Chris Hay My attention is focused on contrast, colour, texture and form; I am interested in the subtle relationship that exists between them and how they coexist within threedimensional objects. I combine traditional making approaches with newly developed materials and technology, creating a dialogue between the old and the new. With this methodology I have been investigating the effect of natural processes and aging of materials, creating intricate patterns and textures on my objects. I use a deconstructive approach towards my materials, chipping away at the very essence of what they are in order to create something new, pulling the alloy apart to create texture and form, peeling back the layers to reveal its true identity. I aim to create compositions that reflect my personal taste, but at the same time are balanced in their use of elements and structure of their final form. In this process of creating a new piece of work I re-contextualise the motivations for my practice to simultaneously enable a new making experience.
christopherhaydesign@gmail.com