ABOUT ME
My name is Ria Bakshi and I'm a senior and art V student at Maggie Walker. Welcome to my website! Here I post progress pictures from my ongoing projects, reflections about my experiences and work, and my explorations into art history.
My artwork strives to capture the essence of a topic, often through varying mediums and subject matter. The pieces I make all represent topics that I personally want to explore, and generally address some type of juxtaposition. The topics I choose are usually ones that I have encountered in my own observations or in my travels. I occasionally attempt to make larger social commentary, but I’m still exploring the best way to do that.
One of my favorite materials to work with is modeling compound and wire in the production of sculptures. I originally used this material to create the familiar shape of a home, but with an unfamiliar and abstract form and texture. I think it is fascinating how so many opposing things coexist, and in my work I attempt to highlight contrast both conceptually and visually. I aspire to create work that feels complete, where the opposing forces at work feel like they have reached a comfortable equilibrium while they still communicate both forces.
My artwork strives to capture the essence of a topic, often through varying mediums and subject matter. The pieces I make all represent topics that I personally want to explore, and generally address some type of juxtaposition. The topics I choose are usually ones that I have encountered in my own observations or in my travels. I occasionally attempt to make larger social commentary, but I’m still exploring the best way to do that.
One of my favorite materials to work with is modeling compound and wire in the production of sculptures. I originally used this material to create the familiar shape of a home, but with an unfamiliar and abstract form and texture. I think it is fascinating how so many opposing things coexist, and in my work I attempt to highlight contrast both conceptually and visually. I aspire to create work that feels complete, where the opposing forces at work feel like they have reached a comfortable equilibrium while they still communicate both forces.
