Ortega- Crit #1

In-Depth Project

Small Works

Artist Genealogy for Research Presentations

Janine Antoni

Ana Mendieta

Yves Klein

Artist Statement (most recent draft)

Through my assignments of context and content to my constructions, which assimilate into narratives of interacting symbols, I attempt to emphasize the primal relation of humanity to the rest of nature - where a self inflicted separation permeates, reflecting upon the state of empathy in which individuals fluctuate between. With eternal grasping towards differentiation and a malleable form of self identification, our species metamorphosizes into a nearly singular, massed being of accumulated constrictions and shrouds to its existence; this is contradictory in the manner which extends beyond connecting strings of value to survival, with reflection upon the generalized vision of culture. In order to analyze the deconstructions and sidelong overs of reality, as well as the subsequent manifestations in which all preceding and succeeding segments of time are influenced through perception, I compose representations and structures, both through two and three dimensionalities, which heighten consciousness of the physicality of the observer. This is intended to alleviate the weight of the proximity to the extremities attached, in a manner which instills these additives nearly as intrinsic in our minds, to our nature - while confronting them with the limitations to our ephemeral shells. With documentations of nuances, through empathy of line and attempts at depths of attention to shifts in sensitivity of the slight movements of contours, I embolden awareness of the habituations and normalizations which flow within our existence, directly leading to degrees of desensitized passivity. The physicality of our primitive beings may be evident within the drifting speeds at which we feel the movement of time’s hand. Humanity’s self-motivated separation from nature’s rest, lends to the trundling passivity, which erupts warps in time, and binds us sparingly to the earth.

Critique #1

Sweeny- Crit #1

• In-Depth Project: Luminescence 

Made out of plexiglass, plastic rods, and colored tissue paper. All manmade objects.

• Small Works and Experiments

Fonseca - Crit #1

In Depth Project

"Balancing Act" Wood, Plaster, Rope, Ink, Found Objects

Small Works

Artist Statement

Art has become a major aspect of my life because it became therapy for my depression and anxiety. I have struggled with emotional communication all my life so making art has become a way for me to express my troubles with others in a healthy way. Putting my emotions out into the world in a way that feels valid and productive is helpful for me.  My art relates to how my mental state is affected by my relationship with others and myself. The materials I use include ink, acrylic paint, plaster, thread, wood, and rope. My art takes form in 2-D, sculpture, and a blend of the two. I prefer sculptural work because I feel that it is more interactive with my audience and myself. 

I am interested in psychology, emotional communication, existentialist ideas, and raising awareness against mental health stigmas in society. Artists of inspiration include Bruce Conner, Nan Goldin, and Yayoi Kusama. These artists produce emotional-based work in different ways that I find interesting. Conner uses a variety of media to create somber, off-putting, emotional pieces of art. Goldin uses photography to capture how emotions and self-destruction affects romantic relationships. Kusama uses bright colors, repetition, and the concept of infinity to soothe her obsessive-compulsive disorder.

As an artist, I want to produce work that my audience can relate to. I want to decrease the stigma surrounding mental health and I want use my talent to show society that even people suffering from mental illnesses can be just as productive and successful.

Artist Research

Stan Brakhage

Bruce Conner

Kaari Upson

Your Last Name- Crit #1

Hi Class,

Great job contributing to critique this past two classes. The feedback we give each other is crucial to your development as an artist. I have made this sample post to help you format your post for the Crit #1. 

Please use the following format to submit your work for the Critiques. Be sure to use the labels (in edit view, look to your right under "post settings". You'll find Labels there. 

Remember these guidelines anytime you are posting to our blog.:

1. All posts should be properly labeled- This post should be labeled: Crit#1
2. All posts should have a title that uses this strategy- Your Last Name- Content. Ex. This post would be labeled, Lambert- Crit #1
3. All text should be justified to the left and all images centered. 
4. All images should be sized "large". Once imported, click on the image and set it there. 
5. Don't add any weird gaps or spaces in the body of your post.
6. Keep it simple and uncluttered. I want to see the work, and not be distracted by horrendous formatting...

Be sure to follow this format, including sizing and orientation for all photos and videos. 

Thank you,
Lambert

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In-Depth Project (include this heading)

Then, place images of your in-depth project under the heading like this. You can add a brief statement, context, description, or reflection about the piece.

(when you place the images, they should be centered and sized large. Same with videos)

Small Works (include this heading)

This is the area to place documentation of ALL the tests, trials, and experimentation you have done since the last critique. For Crit#1 this will be the place to add images of all the work you have done since the first day of class (except for the In-depth project which you will document above).

(when you place the images, they should be centered and sized large. Same with videos)

Sculpture 1- website, proposal, list of artists, artist's statement

http://sagesweeny.wixsite.com/sagesculpture

Tony: Small Works + In Depth Project

Google Doc Link