Bellator ab Inferis
Artist: ELOISE DOECKE
2021
Medium: Mixed
Size: 430mm x 450mm x 230mm
2021
Medium: Mixed
Size: 430mm x 450mm x 230mm
Artist Statement:
My creature Bellator ab Inferis, translating to warrior of the underworld are a dark species that live in the caves in the depths of forests in Europe. They are carnivores that stalk their prey at night including birds, rodents, and mammals. The creature has a poisonous scorpion-like stinger to paralyse its prey and set of sharp teeth to rip apart flesh. Its snake-like body helps it to slide across the forest floor quickly, making it impossible for its prey to escape its path. Its crocodile-like eyes help it to see in the dark and its horns help to fight off any larger animals. Its brown colouring helps it to camouflage in the darkness of the forest.
For this piece, I research a variety of ecosystems and investigated the animals that live in that environment. I chose a woodland habitat and researched carnivorous animals; their behaviours and anatomy. I used paper mache pulp over twisted newspaper and used Modroc and modelling compound to in-lay the eyes and sculpt the textures and protruding features. Finally, I used acrylic paint to add further texture to the body. Using feather within the mouth and over the log, I tried to capture a moment of this creature feeding.
My creature Bellator ab Inferis, translating to warrior of the underworld are a dark species that live in the caves in the depths of forests in Europe. They are carnivores that stalk their prey at night including birds, rodents, and mammals. The creature has a poisonous scorpion-like stinger to paralyse its prey and set of sharp teeth to rip apart flesh. Its snake-like body helps it to slide across the forest floor quickly, making it impossible for its prey to escape its path. Its crocodile-like eyes help it to see in the dark and its horns help to fight off any larger animals. Its brown colouring helps it to camouflage in the darkness of the forest.
For this piece, I research a variety of ecosystems and investigated the animals that live in that environment. I chose a woodland habitat and researched carnivorous animals; their behaviours and anatomy. I used paper mache pulp over twisted newspaper and used Modroc and modelling compound to in-lay the eyes and sculpt the textures and protruding features. Finally, I used acrylic paint to add further texture to the body. Using feather within the mouth and over the log, I tried to capture a moment of this creature feeding.
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