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CibbuanoSand Animation Art
November 29th 2007 00:11
Like sand through the hour glass...
The canvas and easle
The name “Sand Animation Art” succinctly explains the medium but fails to articulate the inspirational wonder that it manages to inspire. You may think that when I say sand art I mean sand castles and sculptures. Maybe an engraved pattern on a beach, but this latest reincarnation is animated into much more.
Still impressive, no?
Always in constant motion, evolving every second, sand art involves participation as the observer watches live performance art created before them. Accomplished using a projector and screen the artist first sprinkles a layer of sand on the glowing canvas and then proceeds to forge intricate, seemingly 3 dimensional landscapes and figures.
The texture adds mood
As soon as the first project is completed it is swept away or expanded on to become something entirely original. Temporary renderings are completed at a swift and steady pace and when the additional music is added there is a hypnotic effect, even when watching it on a youtube video.
Molded in his image
Coloured sand art
Pioneered by Caroline Leaf she made her first sand animation film in 1968. Ever since, a small but dedicated group of people from around the world have continued to practise this captivating form.
Caroline Leaf and pictures in sand
Hugarian Born Farenc Cako is considered one of the masters. His deft hands and focused finger tips are staggering to see in action.
Below I have embedded two mesmerising samples of the discipline to illustrate it’s appeal. One with a tranquil tone and the other from Japan has a striking atmosphere. I hope you marvel as I did.
Caroline Leaf clip
Farenc Cako Clip
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