As part of our exploration of form and transformation, we began by mapping the structure of the elbow through a hands-on approach. By carefully drawing grids on our partner’s hand, we were able to analyze and comprehend the natural curvature, articulation, and movement of the elbow. This method helped us break down the complexity of the form into a structured system, allowing us to observe how the joints and bones interact dynamically.

Using these measurements and the mapped-out grid, we then reproduced a 1:1 replica of the elbow. This stage was crucial in understanding the elbow’s proportions, mechanical function, and spatial characteristics in an accurate manner before moving on to its transformation.

Morphing the Elbow for a Choke Slam

The next phase involved morphing the elbow based on a given prompt—adapting it for a choke slam, a wrestling move that demands strength and precision. We reimagined the elbow not just as a biological joint but as a strategic tool, modifying its structure to enhance its effectiveness in executing the move.

Drawing inspiration from a nutcracker’s mechanism, we transformed the elbow and its bone structure into a lever-like form designed to exert controlled force. This adaptation allowed for a movement that could effortlessly snap the opponent’s neck, much like how a nutcracker applies pressure to break open a shell. The modification was not only functional but also conceptual, emphasizing how form can evolve to serve a specific purpose, even in extreme or unconventional scenarios.

Through this process, we blurred the lines between anatomy, biomechanics, and design, demonstrating how an organic form could be reimagined into something entirely new based on its intended function.