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1 AJ Fosik

2 Bio Born in Detroit, Michigan
Graduate from Parsons with a degree in illustration Commissioned to create cover art for musical group Mastadon Creates sculptures out of wood, nails, and paint. Subject matter is mythological/fantasy creatures and beasts Focus is on his own creativity Works life size or larger than life

3 Mastodon Cover Art

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8 What Will You Do? Wood, Nails, Acrylic The Awe Wood, Nails, Acrylic

9 In the Teeth of Stupefying Odds
Wood, nails, acrylic

10 Today’s Artist Challenge
Webquest on animals/figures from Greek/Roman Mythology for research/inspiration Sketch out 3 ideas (must show front and profile view for each) Select one idea to draw larger scale: consider ways that you can break down/find basic shapes/patterns to incorporate as you build your sculpture

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