I could've Saw that Coming

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For this project, I had to select an object to disassemble, recreate digitally, and reassemble without issue. My choice for the assignment is my Jeweller's Saw. The saw is made of two main components - the handle and the saw frame. But the saw frame can be further broken down into multiple parts - the base, the backing, the screws, each of the vices that hold the saw blade in place.

I chose the saw because it is significant to my current art practice as a jewellery designer. I also chose it because there are numerous components to this piece that have very different constructions - for example, the handle is more organic, the saw frame is more geometric. The screws are teethed, etc. There are many different textures and forms to capture in this one object, and yet the saw functions smoothly as one simple object. This elegance and streamlined ergonomic design is why I decided to choose the saw.

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