I had the opportunity to work with artist Spenser Spratlin (of Spratlin Studios) to create a mini documentary delving into the thought process behind my initial ribbon installation, Pathway. Working with him was fantastic; Spenser made it easy to discuss, and the final documentary wonderfully showcases both the installation and concept. I really love how it all came together! You can view the documentary below, and view more Spratlin Studios
Pathway is one of my largest and most complex projects to date, and I want to record the thought process that led to its creation. There were many different limitations, choices, and problems that affected the final result. (You can view the final installation in my portfolio) Pathway is an answer to a line of questioning that has been guiding the direction of my work in the past few years. I’m
Robert Vigiletti photograph of precast play sculptures taken in 1962 I recently re-discovered the artist Jim Miller-Melberg while researching public sculpture, art, and play spaces. I say ‘re-discovered,’ because I have been familiar with Jim Miller-Melbergs work for most of my life without even realizing it (for more on that topic, read this). Looking at and reading about his playground and park design work, his ideas resonate with my own.
Jim Miller-Melberg is a mid-century sculptor famous for his sculptural concrete playground and park works (more on that topic here). Looking at his work, I realized that I actually have a very personal connection to it: I played on his playground sculptures as a child. My elementary school had several of his pieces as part of our playground, including a turtle and a castle. Let me give you some background
As I’ve been researching interactive installation, I will often find things I’m interested in, of all sorts of mediums and materials. What I’m finding is that it’s a whole world unto itself, and I’ve barely scratched the surface. There are endless examples of beautiful, fascinating, and creative installations and sculptures out there. My goal is simply to add to that number. I’ve been reflecting on what I personally am attracted