Collection Title
BA/BS Practicum Group Exhibit
Files
Academic Level at Time of Creation
Senior
Date of Creation
Spring 4-23-2021
Artist Statement
In my art, I utilize patterned fabric, domestic objects, and portraits to achieve my desired results. My body of 3D and 2D artwork focuses on domestic spaces and the physical sensation of fabric surfaces (clothes, sofas, curtains, stuffed animals etc.)
I often find inspiration when I look through my family’s photographs from the 1960s and 70s. My great grandmother was a seamstress, and encouraged all of her female descendants to make their own pillows, quilts, and even wedding dresses instead of purchasing them. Also, the 1960s and 70s were an incredibly important time for Black America. The visual culture of this era has always been interesting to me; many of the archetypes (wide pants, big afros, brightly colored carpets) are kitschy for some and nostalgic for others. Two of my favorite artists include Mickalene Thomas and Nick Cave. Both of these artists utilize fabric, the Black American experience, and nostalgic themes in their art.
Advisor/Mentor
Chris Lavery; T. Michael Martin
Description
Anna and Ricky
Fabric, paper
11” x 8”
2020
Five Generations
Fabric, Microfilament
17” x 14” each
2021
Heavyweight
Fabric, photo transfer paper, found object
3 ft x 3 ft
2020
Working and Waiting
Fabric, Paper
5” x 8”
2020
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Recommended Citation
Groves, Jasmine, "BA/BS Practicum Group Exhibit" (2021). B.A./B.S. Practicum Group Exhibit (ART 499). 49.
https://digitalcommons.murraystate.edu/art499/49