Mark Jenkins Inspired Tape Sculpture Installations

The Sculpture I class studied the work of Mark Jenkins, an installation artist that makes sculptures out of tape, and installs them in public.  Our students divided into groups, and wrapped one student in plastic wrap, then added three layers of strapping tape.  They started with the legs, the next day they did the torso and arms, and finally they used a head form to make the head.  I don't think anyone would have liked getting their head taped!

They carefully cut the tape off the model, and stuffed the form with paper, before taping the cut seams back together.  When the entire sculpture was reassembled, they needed to dress the figure in real clothing and install it on campus.  This was one of our favorites.  The students cut a hole in the middle of their sculpture and wrapped it around a tree.  They did a great job hiding it, so that it looked like the tree was growing from the figure's abdomen.  Very creative!