revised statements

These forms represent a synaptic moment; a spark of awareness inspired by the intricacies of nature and the physical movement of matter through space. A lack of verbal communication implies a need to visually convey my passion for acting on creative impulses. Through experimenting with pigment I gain an understanding of the seemingly arbitrary nature of its disposition. The pigment’s fluidity lacks control; however, it captures a moment suspended in space, and thus provides the foundation for an aesthetic experience by way of form, space, and color.

“Presumably oneself is not so unique that, if one organizes it so it is meaningful to oneself, there won’t be some other people who will also find it meaningful to look at and experience that way.” – Robert Motherwell

 

 

I came across this artist via Bobby Solomon’s blog, The Fox Is Black. Theo Altenberg uses an interesting technique of allowing oil pigment to interact via planar forms juxtaposed on one another. This work resonates quite well with me as it provides the viewer with an experience based solely on preconception. His pieces are quite beautiful.

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Statement revisited

That last post came off somewhat pretentious. I apologize and assure you that it was truly heartfelt and genuine, however I have revised the previous post after some more introspection.

Due to preconceptions, living objectively is impossible. It is difficult to see exactly what is going on in someone else’s head. As an artist, this is an idea that I have confronted often. Although quite abstract, these forms represent a creative moment, a synapse, a spark of awareness inspired by the intricacies of nature and the movement of entities through space. These experiments are fundamental in the making sense of the experiences from within the physical and social truths of existence, and therefore are interconnected in a cerebral environment, communicating and existing as a network. Through the process of experimentation I find truths in the arbitrary and objective disposition of the medium. It seems relevant that I attempt to visually communicate what it is that is going on in my head

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Statement

The impossibility of living objectively causes a completely insular existence for us. It is quite difficult to truly understand what is really going on in someone else’s head because of a relativity that exists regarding anyone’s interpretation. Through a consistent process of experimentation, I have come upon this idea frequently. Art worth sharing is a rare experience; however, when the pieces achieve a level of validity allowing the viewer a direct view into the creative spirit of the artist, a point of communication exists beyond visual language. Though abstract, the forms represent a creative moment, a synapse. Inspired by the intricacies of nature and the movement of entities through space, these experiments are a way of making sense of my experience existing within the physical and social constraints of life. The nature of science is so exact, yet nebulous, and for us to observe the dynamic quality of liquids illustrates both quite well.

Similar to the concept of oulipo, the pigment’s fluidity and viscosity present arbitrary behavior by creating physical constraints when in contact with the surface of the paper and other materials like felt pens.

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Football is not throwball

I have recently acquired an internship here in Chattanooga with a local design studio. Widgets&Stone is run by Paul Rustand, who not only is a pleasure to work with, but also loves his football (more commonly known as soccer down here in the South.) This has been my main focus since joining the team a few weeks ago. This is the Chattanooga Football Club’s third year and I have been in charge of designing banners, event tickets, programs, etc. and getting them in order and ready for print. I even have been able to spend some quality time on the old Vandercook letterpress (Note: I am spoiled now and never want to go back to digital).

The club is actually hosting a Major League Soccer (MLS) match tonight at Finley Stadium. Even if you don’t care for soccer all that much, it would be great if everyone came out to support their local clubs. Pictures are soon to come if you don’t make it out due to the occasional flood warning or bitter breeze.

4:00pm – chattanoogafc.com

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