All of the spinal erectors are visible in both the rear and rear 3/4 view. The nine individual muscles that comprise the spinal erector set are responsible for flexing the cervical and thoracic vertebrae as well as the articulation of the neck. These muscles were especially difficult to construct due to their complexity, small size and the sharing of many common connection points on the skeleton. The external obliques (obliquus externus abdomimis) can also be seen reaching around the side of the manikin towards the spine. They function to flex the lumbar vertibrae and compress the rib cage and abdomen. In the front and front 3/4 views the obliques and abdominus rectus are also visible, including the tendonous separations between each individual abdominal muscle head. Initially, I began by trying to sculpt each of these individual muscles to exact scale and size before placing it on the manikin. This proved to be difficult because it is hard to account for twists, tapers, and interaction with other muscles. I was able to use my thumb and forefinger to smooth out the clay surface however, which created a sinuous and smooth finish that disguised any tool markings. The construction of each of the following muscle groups was interesting and provided a novel experience.
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