
As an Architectural Artist, my desire is to capture the essence
of a particular architectural landmark into its pure sculptural
form. I fi rst and foremost do not view my models as literal
replicas, but rather my own artistic interpretations through
the use of LEGO
®
bricks as a medium. The LEGO brick is
not initially thought of as a material typically used in creating
art or used as an artist’s medium. I quickly discovered the
LEGO brick was lending itself as naturally to my applications
as paint to a painter or metal to a blacksmith. As I explore
how to capture these buildings with the basic shapes of the
bricks and plates, I fi nd the possibilities and challenges they
off er almost magical.
21016 - Sungnyemun
In general, architecture itself encompasses a broad
spectrum of subject matter. In this case Sungnyemun
survives as a symbolic icon or historic marker of a lost place
in time. Capturing the essence of this type of structure relies
more on the statement of its aesthetics rather than its place
as a marvel of construction and engineering.
Specifi cally, it is the use of color, textures, patterns, and
hierarchy of materials that defi ne the spiritual DNA of a given
culture. Visually, Sungnyemun is comprised of two main
features. These can be simply identifi ed as the massive
stone base anchored beneath the refi ned artisan expression
layered above. This base represents strength and longevity,
while the tiered structure above indicates craft, skill,
tradition, and collectively serves as a beacon of pride. The
cold, rough and neutral colored stone base contrasts sharply
from the colorful and delicate wood detailed terraces resting
so eloquently as if almost fl oating above the stone base.
Adam Reed Tucker
A Word from the Artist
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