by Brendon Monsoon | Jun 19, 2019 | Brendon Monson, Handshake5
All three of the pieces I am to respond to would have had to have been designed/modeled in CAD (Computer Aided Design) software. I have taught myself how to use a couple of pieces of software via online tutorials on youtube etc.. It can be a real challenge using the...
by Brendon Monsoon | Apr 1, 2019 | Brendon Monson, Handshake5
One thing that all three pieces selected by coda have in common is that they are 3d printed or contain a printed element so 3d printing and the digital path is also the way I will go.The Dunedin School of Art where I work has recently purchased a massive ceramic 3d...
by Brendon Monsoon | Mar 6, 2019 | Brendon Monson, Handshake4
Two years have passed and handshake4 has come to an end. It has been a great two years full of interesting people, exhibitions and workshops. The mentorship program is definitely a valuable part of the handshake project. I would say that the relationship I build with...
by Brendon Monsoon | Mar 6, 2019 | Brendon Monson, Handshake5
A new year and a new handshake project to go with it 🙂 I really pleased to have been selected to participate in Handshake5. The project is only one year long this time but I’m sure that won’t make the experience any less intensive The works from the CODA...
by Brendon Monsoon | Jun 1, 2018 | Brendon Monson, Handshake4
It has been a while since the last Handshake4 show “Process” so I have plenty of time to reflect on what I think worked and what didn’t work so well. Having a concept of process opened up my making a lot, I didn’t feel the need to having a completely...
by Brendon Monsoon | Jun 18, 2017 | Brendon Monson, Handshake4
Looking back on my past work I can’t help but notice that I favour a monochromatic palette. Majority of my pieces are made of dark stone such as basalt and I often patina metal to black. I’ve done it for so long that it’s become habitual. In the spirit of the...
by Brendon Monsoon | Apr 28, 2017 | Brendon Monson, Handshake4
I was unsure what to expect from my first Skype call with Aaron but it went very well. We spent most of the call discussing what my expectations were for our consultations and just getting to know each other. He’s a friendly and open guy and laid back not to...