The Making of Hipster Me
It all began by chance when I encountered Michelangelo's Moses. The sculpture spoke to me - it had this quiet yet powerful presence. So I started drawing it, again and again and again.
First studies - technical, grasping, understanding
At first, the drawings were technical - trying to capture and understand the form. But then I let it flow, drew quickly, and something happened. The forms began to change compared to the original. The convex shapes became stronger in my drawings. Everything felt more dynamic.
The form transforms - more dynamic, more alive
After drawing Moses many times, I felt the form had condensed within me. I wanted to release it, so I reached for clay. I modeled quickly, roughly, immediately, using just a few carved wooden tools. The sculpture was created in 2-3 hours and had incredible presence. Life was bursting from every surface.
Raw clay sculpture - bursting with life, every form pushing outward
When I returned months later, I was unsure whether to fire it - the clay application was too hasty and I hadn't hollowed it out. So I decided to create a silicone mold to preserve this energy forever.
Creating the mold - capturing every detail, every burst of life
The flowing beard inspired me to continue modeling downward from the plaster head. After connecting everything, I took a break. I removed my work glasses and casually placed them on my sculpture's face.
The magical moment - when ancient meets modern
The transformation - from clay to permanent form
Suddenly, something touched me deeply. These glasses became a vehicle, creating a connection between this form from Michelangelo's era and an accessory I see so often today. It was like a time travel moment.
We all carry history within us while living fully in the present.
That's what makes us human.