When choosing my personal object, my first instinct was to create a wired replica of an african doll from my families origin. I thought since I planned out the figurations of the doll, that the wires would be easy to work with, but to my surprise I had to restart the sculpture three times, and even then I found it difficult to work with. Now that I have “completed” the sculpture three times, I believe that I now have a clearer image as to what is needed in order to officially complete this project. Although I have an idea, my craft work with in the wire department definitely is in need of extra practice. My plan is to spiral/web the head of the doll similar to a spiders web than attach that to a thicker version of the neck. Following that, I would like for the body to have a zig zag affect, similar to my original plan, although I found that it was difficult for my to conduct this procedure which is why I left the empty space. I definitely liked the two toned wiring, but next time I will plan out where I place my wiring more figuratively. 

Madison Square Park is located at the intersection of Broadway and 5th Avenue. Madison Square Park received its name from the fourth President of the United States, James Madison. The space originally became public in 1686, and was turned into Madison Square Park on May 10, 1847. The park has always held a highly urban feel being at a location with many local commercial buildings and other city landmarks such as the Flat Iron building. The park is famous for being the name inspiration of Madison Square Garden, which was originally located adjacent to the park. Each year the park chooses to install a different art piece for the summer season. The current piece was designed by Teresita Fernández.  The park was also redesigned to have more of a botanical presence in the late 1990’s by world renowned public garden designer, Lynden Miller.

Upon visiting the park it is easy to notice that the vibe is much more urban than many others parks in the area. The center of the park is currently taken over by the summer’s art installation that is made up of different mirror shapes that create a modern atmosphere. The park is divided into two main sections, the musical and loud side (south end) and the quieter and more family oriented area (north end). In between the two ends lay a great lawn that is fenced off, making it impossible for people to relax under the trees. Because of this the park could appear more rigid to visitors. The park is much more geared to people planning on passing through on a shopping trip or for tourists looking for New York landmarks.  

This little park packs a good punch for its location. It’s not nearly the size of some of the bigger parks in Manhattan, but it offers a very distinct mix of social environments along with a playground, dog park, and even the good ‘ole Shake Shack.  If you are wondering who the statues are at the three corners, we were also wondering that ourselves.  You’ll find mostly 19th century statues with description plates if you are thirsty for knowledge.  This small park is a living, breathing part of the daily life that exists every day.

When I captured this image, I felt almost as if I was no longer in New York. Something that new yorkers are extremely fortunate of is the fact that they can enter a new area, and have the feeling that they are no longer in New York. Which I believe this image captures this expression perfectly. Although it does depend on angles, and how you position your camera, but I believe with the victorian structured building and this southern flower, the image can definitely confuse you as to where you are.

When I took this image, I saw a leaf drop down from its trees branch and I rushed to take a picture of it. Growing up in Miami, Florida I wasn’t really exposed to the different seasons, so when ever I see my first leaf, or snow fall I get all excited and happy that I am being exposed to another season aside from summer.