Parallax

The parallax theory evolves around the perception of an object being altered due to your position/ perspective to that object.


Brief; Design an exhibition space to house over 1000 artefacts and over 500 books relating to Witchcraft. Including an office space and workshop. The exhibition is for two years, the design must leave virtually no trace on the building except specifically designed features.

WhichCraft was made illegal in the 17th century and practitioners were forced into secrecy. They distorted and hid their magically significant symbols in objects that to onlookers had no meaning, so that the untrained eye would not perceive of any wrong doings. Wicca became an underground practice that was only made available to practitioners in the know.

Using this theme of direction I began exploring concepts for the space regarding the parallax theory. From one angle it will seem as if the installation is a random collection of objects but from another angle these objects align to form a moment that relates subtly to witchcraft symbols and rituals. This for me, was a subtle way of incorporating important elements of Wicca without being crass and obvious. These quiet hints of magic where designed to be noticed by some and not others.

Throughout my course I learnt the necessary computer skills and as my last university project i wanted to push myself creatively and did this project entirely by hand.

The Plans, Sections, and renders are all hand drawn and the model is also hand made, 1:20 mixed media.

Model showing the theory of parallax
using the Pentagram symbol
(five sided star)used in Wicca rituals. Site analysis; Working out sun paths,
prevailing winds and working with nature
to incorporate the parallax theory Two meter high perspective drawing to
explore light and flow of space
mixed media. progressive Hand drawing.
1:50 Plan Portfolio sheet with hand-drawn
1:50 section Portolfio sheet with model photos Photographs of hand made model,
mixed media on board. Photographs of hand made model,
mixed media on board. Hand drawn technical details Hand drawn Axo for
visualisation. Hand drawn rendered
1:50 section