First Advisor

James L. Hansen

Term of Graduation

Spring 1978

Date of Publication

6-9-1978

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

Department

Art and Architecture

Language

English

Subjects

Sculpture -- 20th century

DOI

10.15760/etd.2841

Physical Description

1 online resource (2, vi, 54, [1] pages)

Abstract

This thesis project consists of sixteen abstract sculptures. The material most often used is polyester resin. The work explores the emotive potential of the relationship between the organic forms and geometric spaces. The forms are derived from observing the environment, other current artists' works, and the works of art history.

The sculptures generally divide into three groups. The first is composed of geometric and organic forms that are altered slightly so that aspects of each form reside in its opposite. The second group maintains a purity of organic and geometric elements. Here a balance is kept by weighing the visual strength of each form. The third is like the second except that the organic forms are easily recognized as human forms.

Color is used to alter the impact of a form. The whole body of work strives for an equilibrium between form and color.

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