Perspectives Magazine Art Submissions

“Just Two Hands”

Alyssa Martinsen

ACADEMIC YEAR ‘17-’18

Breakdown

Theresa SwindellThis work was progressively broken throughout the making process. It began as a structured, refined coil pot and was altered before and during firing cycles. By this continued destruction, it explored the feelings of loss of control and inability to cope as it crumbled from tall, proud vessel to a shrunken, unfolding fragment of its former self.

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Female Figures

Jamie Lancaster

I created these paintings with the intention to depict female figures in intimate moments. I blurred paint to create nebulous, indistinct atmospheres. Everything about my work creates a soft and dreamy visual language. It’s sweet, without being entirely clear or attainable. In this body of work, the paint builds up and fades away, erasing vital information while leaving a sense of a story. The brush marks create a fluid atmosphere where figures float between states of materialization. As a whole, this work creates an unattainable desire for the past with a bit of longing for innocent, sweet love.

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Of Me

Bailee Jones

This piece is an interpretive self-portrait engaged with the idea that there is more to every individual than meets the eye.

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It Always Won’t Be Like This

Shawna Bolingbroke

Finite

Shawna Bolingbroke

Shawna’s art revolves around the conflict that arises as an individual interacts with their environment. Objects and characters are placed in unusual spaces and landscapes, sometimes choosing to follow their expected roles, but, at other times, breaking boundaries and surprising the viewer. In each image, subjects interact with their environment and with each other in ways that show there is no “one size fits all” approach to the human experience.

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Impact

Ryker Marble

This piece is highlighting the vulgar and abrasive words used in society every day. A rendition of the phrase “hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil”, the model in this photo demonstrates the strength it takes to move past these labels. While strong enough

to keep her head held high, the words are written on her skin to show they will always be there to tear her apart. This photo is meant to make you realize that the way you say, see, and do things will always impact those around you.

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Villa Nueva

Madison Ditton

My hope is that the very current and real issue of human trafficking is made aware, that more and more efforts are made in the eradication of this global crime, and that one day these children can be surrounded by pure love and have an immeasurable understanding of their self-worth.

As a designer, I have the ability to inspire people and improve lives through informed, purposeful, and compelling spaces. Like Villa Nueva, I can create spaces where people can find refuge and refocus their lives toward a brighter future. I find great satisfaction in humanitarian design and have a personal commitment to use my talents for the benefit of others for the rest of my life.

Villa Nueva is an aftercare center with a community health clinic and daycare to provide medical care, psychological care, and education to girls and boys that have been rescued by Operation Underground Railroad. Located in Villa Nueva, about 10 miles outside of Guatemala City.

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It’s A Skirt. Not An Invitation.

Grace Hill

Art Media 18”x24” Bristol paper, drawn with alcohol based greyscale markers.

This piece was intended for propaganda use. It showcases an image of a woman tightly clutching her skirt, with the words “It’s a Skirt. Not an invitation.” written across it. The purpose of this piece is to stand up against rape culture and the objectification and disrespect of women in regard to their clothing. This is something I feel passionate about.

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Substantial-Insubstantial

Theresa Swindell

This paired work asks viewers to examine how they conceptualize substance and weight. Contrasting a massive, yet lightweight, fragile, and gapped vessel against a small scale rigid, heavy, and thick form encourages consideration of what truly makes up substance and value. Does something need to be weighty and structured to give impact, whatever the size? Or can something with less support, but a larger expanse carry more influence?

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