The Sequence x 3 [Graphic Design]
Description/Abstract/Artist Statement
Artist Statement
My mural piece, “The Sequence,” was inspired by the famous pop and graffiti artist, Keith Haring. I’ve adopted his spontaneous style throughout the years of my art experience. However, while growing up in Richmond, Virginia, I was also inspired by various murals across the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University. My observation of these murals firsthand has also contributed to my artistic style, making it more of a contemporary representation of Haring’s art. I appreciate using vibrant colors, bold lines, portraits, and combining body elements.
When I design these murals, I take life traumatizing experiences and make them into a series. The reason for choosing this sensitive topic is because the audience will personally receive a glimpse of the artist’s thoughts, ideas, and feelings. It also helps the audience understand the artist within her greatest expressive form. This mural is a representation of a friend who suffered through a toxic relationship that included drugs, obsession, and even abuse. I wanted the audience to experience this emotional rollercoaster vicariously.
The materials I used for this mural were wood, sharpie, and acrylic paint. I chose the medium wood because it was an abstract representation of the turbulent relationship that was experienced. The reasons for choosing sharpies and acrylic paint are rational and clear. These materials stand out and show contrast. I enjoyed painting this mural tremendously, and I am grateful that my professor, Kenneth Fitzgerald, selected me to participate in this Undergraduate Research Symposium.
Faculty Advisor/Mentor
Kenneth FitzGerald
Presentation Type
Artwork
Disciplines
Art and Design | Graphic Design
Session Title
Art Exhibit
Location
Learning Commons @ Perry Library, Art Gallery
Start Date
2-2-2019 8:00 AM
End Date
2-2-2019 12:30 PM
The Sequence x 3 [Graphic Design]
Learning Commons @ Perry Library, Art Gallery
Artist Statement
My mural piece, “The Sequence,” was inspired by the famous pop and graffiti artist, Keith Haring. I’ve adopted his spontaneous style throughout the years of my art experience. However, while growing up in Richmond, Virginia, I was also inspired by various murals across the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University. My observation of these murals firsthand has also contributed to my artistic style, making it more of a contemporary representation of Haring’s art. I appreciate using vibrant colors, bold lines, portraits, and combining body elements.
When I design these murals, I take life traumatizing experiences and make them into a series. The reason for choosing this sensitive topic is because the audience will personally receive a glimpse of the artist’s thoughts, ideas, and feelings. It also helps the audience understand the artist within her greatest expressive form. This mural is a representation of a friend who suffered through a toxic relationship that included drugs, obsession, and even abuse. I wanted the audience to experience this emotional rollercoaster vicariously.
The materials I used for this mural were wood, sharpie, and acrylic paint. I chose the medium wood because it was an abstract representation of the turbulent relationship that was experienced. The reasons for choosing sharpies and acrylic paint are rational and clear. These materials stand out and show contrast. I enjoyed painting this mural tremendously, and I am grateful that my professor, Kenneth Fitzgerald, selected me to participate in this Undergraduate Research Symposium.