RSS 1.0Art electronic theses and dissertations (MU)
The items in this collection are the theses and dissertations written by students of the Department of Art. Some items may be viewed only by members of the University of Missouri System and/or University of Missouri-Columbia. Click on one of the browse buttons above for a complete listing of the works.
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Philographica : that which is written or described of love
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Threads of imperfection
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Vivarium
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)Throughout history, people have collected nature for the purpose of being displayed in domesticated spaces. 17th century naturalists brought found specimens of nature into home collections. Natural history museums collect ... -
Drink Bleach: The Anti State of Mind
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)This body of work presents a visual rejection of understood ideas of acceptance and a vindication of new ones. As a maker, I obtain an "anti state of mind" that carries forth energy in rejection, but most largely in the ... -
Display
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)My sculptural work is comprised of tool-like objects of unknown utility. Each object is made up of materials traditionally used both in Art and Craft contexts, and are reminiscent of hand tools, but whose purpose is obscured, ... -
Metamorphosis
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)As an artist, my methodology emulates that of a historian and enters into the arena of archaeologists, archivists and curators. Historians write, and re-write history privileging certain evidence while imposing specific ... -
Reverie
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)Spending long hours trail running has allowed me to gain access to a meditative state where unrestricted thoughts occur, creative thought flows, and complex problem solving comes with ease. Lost in repetition, I cannot ... -
The index of craft : an essay in conjunction with the MFA Thesis Exhibition Contrast : Containing Clarity
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)This thesis paper supports the Master of Fine Arts exhibition at the George Caleb Bingham Gallery, The University of Missouri-Columbia, from April 28th through May 2nd, 2014. The exhibition, Contrast: Containing Clarity, ... -
Surveys
(University of Missouri--Columbia[University of Missouri--Columbia], 2014)My paintings are an exploration of notions of originality and sincerity, the picturesque, and process through the lens of the gridded western landscape. The perceived lawlessness and expansiveness of the American west is ... -
Dwell
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Longitudes and latitudes
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Eminent domain
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014) -
Available
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)While engaging in the exploration of the subject matter of perfection in an ideal mate, my project strives to align the physical act of painting with said search of faultlessness. My preoccupation with this search has led ... -
Masquerade : self-presentation and self-awareness
(University of Missouri--Columbia[University of Missouri--Columbia], 2014)Using portrait images of me from online, acrylic paints, clear Plexiglas and animated graphic interchange format, this creative project focuses on the vigilant awareness of self-presentation. My work is a critical view of ... -
VORFREUDE, substitutes for personal fulfillment
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Echoes of the voiceless
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Visual facticity and the technological gaze :
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Seeing-machines have long been used to discover new things about ourselves. We fantasize about devices that will enhance our senses and provide us with 'facts' about our hidden aspects, such as our inner bodies, or our ... -
New pedestrians :
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)As we e-mail, text, and Tweet, mobile technology is redefining the boundaries between absence and presence, as well as private and public. Technology allows us to control how we present ourselves and where we put our ... -
My America
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)As a maturing artist and maker of objects, material usage is paramount. Materials convey a range of emotions, memories, and placement. Viewers will bring their own information and understanding to works of art. So by using ... -
Gratitude vessels : ceramic composition and social cohesion
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)This body of work presents ceramic serving and drinking vessels in a series of arranged compositions. These vessels include teapots, ewers, decanters and cups presented along with bases. As an object maker, I am attracted ...