http://hdl.handle.net/1903/2213 Wed, 22 May 2013 21:02:56 GMT 2013-05-22T21:02:56Z http://hdl.handle.net/1903/13127 Title: Gesture of A Deluge Authors: Nelson, Adam James Abstract: ABSTRACT Title of Thesis: GESTURE OF A DELUGE Adam Nelson, Master of Fine Arts, 2012 Directed by Assistant Professor Justin Strom, Department of Art I use plastic materials, light, and heat, to fabricate sculptures and installations of erratic energy. As vehicles for the transfer and exchange of matter and energy in the world, tumultuous phenomena occur naturally or through human agency with infinite degrees of scale. The aftermath brings about a sense of leveling, both in terms of the physical and cultural impact. My investigations of formidable natural and manmade displays of force become characteristics of instability within the confines of the studio. I want to exploit the mildness of controlled space with fixed volatility. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/1903/13127 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1903/13119 Title: Forced Confessions of a Lover Authors: Peace, Alexander R. Abstract: Title of Document: FORCED CONFESSION OF A LOVER Alexander R Peace, MFA, 2012 Directed By: Professor WC Richardson, Department of Art I believe in Painting, the moment the historic and the autobiographic collapse within a single frame. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/1903/13119 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1903/13117 Title: Interact and Transform Authors: Balci, Selin Abstract: The micro-world, largely hidden from sight, is alluring, beautiful and potentially dangerous. The dynamic arc of life in this turbulent imperceptible world is quick and furious. In my artwork, I use simple living organisms. Because of their microscopic sizes, we don't commonly notice them and therefore they represent largely an unseen world. Microscopic forms are evidence of processes while simultaneously generating aesthetic outcomes. The diminutive life forms harmonize to create a colorful array of actions, counter-actions and conflicts where they are metaphors for various human conditions. In my work, the living entities are interactive elements and recreate observable conflicts. They compete for resources, dominate a particular area, live in harmony or become invasive and endanger others. These biological interactions and the aesthetic outcome they yield are the basis of my research. In an artificially constructed living platform, I am the impresario and my players are hostile fragile microorganisms. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/1903/13117 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1903/12864 Title: Fragments of Memories Authors: Booker, Michael Andrew Abstract: Quilt making, in its simplest form, is the taking of fragments from various sources and putting them together to form a new symbol that gives new meaning to those fragments, collectively. This thesis discusses my incorporation of the language of quilt making in my work, transforming its' ideals to reflect on issues and experiences that occur within families and communities, and to make quilt making cross the line from craft to fine art. Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/1903/12864 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z