Wood System

Anna kinda just appeared in the view, but I ended up liking the picture too much to not include it.

I interpreted system as smaller parts that work together to make up a larger whole, so I started sketching with this idea in mind. I wanted the system to have to do with ratios and proportions. I started breaking down the 2x4 into sizes proportionate to one another. The length of the piece is divided into 2inches, 6 inches, and 10 inches; all separated by 4inches. The length is further broken down by being cut in half. Then the width is divided twice, six times, and ten times.
I wanted the structure to be fairly simple. Since there were three sizes of cuts, I decided there should be three levels as well. The idea was that the small would hold up the medium, which would hold up the large.
As for the connecting process, I wanted to use the same technique throughout to be consistent. Since the pieces were so varying in thickness and length, I decided notched would work the best. I think next time I work with wood, I will definitely be more careful with thin wood. I broke so many pieces of wood because I repeatedly was way to harsh with the fragile parts.