Simon Costin, Set Designer, London

Description

This elaborate sculptural artwork by set designer and art director Simon Costin features a portrait bust heavily encrusted with a diverse array of seashells, pearls, and marine textures. The central figure wears a garment draped in smooth turquoise fabric and a high-collared green scarf, framed by a complex crown and headdress made of spiral shells and abalone. Behind the subject stands a large, ornate red and white fretwork structure interwoven with delicate fairy lights that cast a warm glow across the scene. The composition blends collage elements with three-dimensional sculptural assemblage, utilizing rich textures and contrasting warm and cool tones. The lighting highlights the intricate details of the natural shell patterns and the reflective sheen of the fabric against a dark background.

Style

Artistic, Vertical, Organic

Techniques

Collage, Ceramics / sculpture

Color

Context

Fine Art / Personal Project