Thursday, June 18, 2009

Motivation Poster

Chelsea and I have decided to each create a poster around the subject of "motivation". The parameters of this project is to generate a piece (whether it be a poster, sculpture, painting, song et cetra) based on the ideas of being motivated, creative, proactive and healthy with all aspects of our lives.

Although I had various options and brainstormed a number of ideas for this poster, I have decided to go with a piece that would leave a more lasting impression on my life. In essence, I wanted to create a piece that I could call upon for inspiration; a piece that could potentially light the way; a visual reference to motivate me to find that extra spark; a piece to influence me to achieve my goals and visualize future accomplishments.

I will be creating a neon sign to represent just this. The sign will consist of one flowing white neon light who's curves formulate a motivational word.

The word that I have chosen is "Scharf." A German word, it was commonly used by my friends and I during our 13+ month stay in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. We used this word to show excitement, interest, express when things were "cool", fun, "spicy", or different.

scharf (adj.)
  1. sharp
  2. poignant adj.
  3. pungent adj.
  4. keen adj.
  5. strident adj. (
  6. acute adj. (
  7. hot adj.
  8. tangy adj.
  9. aggressive adj.
  10. acrid adj.
  11. caustic adj.

phrases

  1. hot adj. (

Anyone who knows me would understand why such a word would be the perfect motivational word. it's intense yet playful. I'm into it.

Below you will find a screen shot of the semi-final in the design of the neon light. I intend this piece to be 6"x13.5". I'm not sure if I should be going with the uppercase or lowercase option. Opinions will be needed. Click on the image to enlarge.

scharf poster

I have only received 1 response in regards to the creation of the scharf sign. They quoted me for a piece 13"x32" and are looking to charge $286 + $38 in shipping. yikes! Does anyone know a custom neon sign-maker who can do the project without charging me a fortune?

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