Craft/Work Programming by Rachel Wallis and Nora Renick Rinehart.Craft: Race, Class and Gender” panel which featured artists Noelle Garcia, Jasmin Guerrero, Carrie Ann Schumaker and Jeff Rhodes. From Garcia’s traditional Native American beading on quotidian objects like staple guns or beer bottles to Schumaker’s elaborate gowns made of deconstructed romance novels, the panel’s participants simultaneously embrace and problematize the roles and identities placed on them by society and the art world. Issues around authenticity and appropriation are often prevalent in both the content of work and the mode in which it’s made. Issues around authenticity and appropriation are often prevalent in both the content of work and the mode in which it’s made. Rhodes says his decision to utilize fibers had more to do with the resources available to him than the readings to which those materials would eventually lead. “I find myself in a place where i don’t have a dedicated studio space, I don’t have dedicated studio time so I make work in my home, on my couch or my dining room table. It’s a very domestic setting so it makes sense that I’m using a domestic process both logistically as well as conceptually.”* This story is familiar to women who have, in the past, often borne the brunt of responsibility around childrearing and housekeeping. Rhodes, who still considers himself a painter, admits that a lot of people continue to associate work with fibers as “feminine.” these artists have all found ways of taking advantage of the communities they are a part of. We continued the exploration of this concept of community with a panel titled “Community and Craft: Art, Activism and Politics.” While art is often created in isolation, craft has a rich tradition of communal work, from quilting bees to knitting circles and more. Each of the panelists presenting at this event make work collaboratively to create pieces that investigate larger social issues.
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Like a magpie"I'm a magpie in my fiction, taking whatever looks shiny and curious to line the nest of my story." - Walter Kirn Like Walter Kirn, I am drawn to the exciting and fascinating aspects of life, literature, art, and the world around us. Just as a magpie gathers various treasures to make a nest, art creates a fascinating and enriching story by gathering various ideas, inspirations, and experiences. Art is about creating original combinations of ideas that weave different strands together to form a rich storytelling tapestry. Just as a magpie's nest is a testament to diverse tastes, a painting is a testament to the diverse influences that shape an artist's perspective and fuel their creativity.
Start summer elective classes at Adelphi University!The summer semester has arrived since I started studying in the Master's Program in Art Education at Adelphi University. After successfully completing the finals last semester, I am now opening a new chapter. Last semester was a fun class to create a monologue of a fictional character from Shakespeare's play. Through this class, I felt that English and Shakespeare, which seemed like such a difficult barrier, were more friendly. This intimacy was formed when I began to fly through Shakespeare's plays, attaching the wings of my image and imagination to them. In particular, while learning Shakespeare's iambic pentameter, I learned about his genius in terms of musicality. It was once again imprinted on the fact that artists not only perform and demonstrate their creativity, but also need to constantly explore, study, and study like scientists. In that respect, I am truly grateful to have studied at Adelphi University as an artist. Through this process, by educating art as well as Shakespeare, I was able to look back on myself once again, rebuild my identity as an artist, and learn how to properly teach children. The learning process was serious, the study was so much fun, and the passion of the professors who designed and conducted the curriculum was great, so my final was made a perfect 4.0. I confidently post this on my blog is not a simple boast, but I would like to share it with the hope that anyone who challenges like me will have an artist who finds a rewarding and another way, and that it will be of some help to them. All courses are online and asynchronized. So, it is suitable for artists who are busy with art activities, exhibitions, business, blogging, and teaching like me. If you allocate your time well, plan well, and live a busier life, you will not have a problem with studying. My summer term starts again tomorrow. Through this class, I will have a great opportunity to discover the concept of healing in art and apply it to create works. And we will create a lesson plan on how to teach these concepts to children. This will be valuable educational content for me. Developing a lesson plan on teaching these concepts to children can be a valuable educational endeavor. Art has the power to stimulate imagination, encourage self-expression, and provide a sense of emotional release. By incorporating healing elements into your lessons, you can help children explore their feelings, cope with challenges, and develop a positive outlet for self-care. That's truly wonderful that painting has been such a valuable healing tool for you personally. Art has a unique way of allowing us to express our emotions, reflect on our experiences, and find solace and healing. Sharing your testimony about how painting has positively impacted your life can be a powerful way to inspire and connect with others who may be going through similar journeys. From tomorrow, I will organize the contents I study well and continue posting as before. Organizing the contents you study and continuing to share your posts will not only help you solidify your understanding but also provide valuable educational content for others. The pleasure of paintingAfter a busy day, I sit down at my desk. And I write as if I am doing overdue homework. Sometimes blogging doesn't feel like homework. I am happy when I have to upload a lot of stories because I have a lot of daily content. But sometimes, no matter how much I think about it, I can't think of a good topic or content, so there are times when the task of posting on a blog feels like homework. But as a habit every year, I sit down in front of my desk and write again. In the meantime, the world has changed, and now it's time to create a great article with just a few texts. That's the help of artificial intelligence chatGPT. However, I try not to borrow this perfection of artificial intelligence whenever possible. Because my sincerity is not in it. Writing is communication. My lacking part is also one of communication. Of course, if you borrow artificial intelligence, the delicate expressions that I couldn't express in my writing will gain weight and become more sophisticated, making the sentences easier to read. I often borrow the power of artificial intelligence to relieve readers' frustration and learn good expressions. But this is not the main thing. Because if this happens repeatedly, I will not be sitting at my desk writing like this before I know it. The same goes for painting. These days, the picture created by artificial intelligence in seconds is more cool and fancy. Many people are amazed and even awed by this mechanical perfection, beauty and novelty. Now, people have a heightened sense of aesthetics, so they don't seem to cheer "wow" recklessly when they see the paintings of artists who draw by hand. In this world, painters like me work harder and worry more. There are times when you suddenly lose your energy in this world. But I realized recently after completing a tiny 8 inch painting. That is, I do not paint for others, I paint for myself. A painting that cannot impress me is not real. And I know my skills best. Admiration is very relative. Young children are easily impressed by adult pictures. In their eyes, when they see a picture that an adult draws nicely, they think that they won't be able to copy that picture. However, if you draw based on this relative admiration, you cannot paint the true picture. Indeed, the true essence of art lies in the personal connection and satisfaction it brings to the artist. When we create art solely for the purpose of impressing others or seeking external validation, we risk diluting our artistic voice and compromising the authenticity of our work. As an artist, it is crucial to embrace the realization that your creative expression is primarily for yourself. Your artistic journey should be driven by a deep passion, an innate desire to explore your own unique vision and emotions through your chosen medium. True art stems from within, and it is through this introspective exploration that you can create work that is genuine and resonates with your own sensibilities. The measure of success or admiration in art is indeed subjective and relative. What may impress one person may not necessarily evoke the same response from another. As you rightly mentioned, admiration can be influenced by external factors such as age, experience, and personal taste. Therefore, relying solely on external validation as a barometer of artistic worth can be misleading and limiting. Instead, focus on cultivating your artistic skills, honing your craft, and pushing the boundaries of your own creativity. Embrace the joy of experimentation and growth, allowing yourself the freedom to express your innermost thoughts and emotions through your art. Paint for yourself, as a means of self-expression and self-discovery. By staying true to your own artistic vision, you will create work that holds profound meaning and authenticity. This genuine expression has the potential to resonate with others who connect with your artistic voice on a deeper level. Remember, the most powerful art often stems from artists who fearlessly embrace their own unique perspectives, unburdened by the need for external admiration. So, paint for yourself, celebrate your artistic journey, and let your truest self shine through your creations. In doing so, you will create art that is genuine, impactful, and true to your own artistic spirit. In this sense, I am asking myself to be more honest in front of my paintings these days, to focus more on myself and to draw without being conscious of others.
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