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Lindsey Weis (2020-2021)

My goal for my artwork is to explore the generalization of art. Generalization in art occurs when a work of art is  "formulated as general concepts or claims." One of my favorite things about art is that it can leave the viewers with many different interpretations. Individual interpretation is why art can feel so personal; which I believe is heightened by generalization; if the artwork can portray many different concepts, depending on the observer.  I have recently been interested in a more animated style of art, though containing hints of realism, along with more color incorporation. With this more animated style I am able to be more expressive and creative with my art. A more animated style also makes it easier for me to exaggerate features, or expressions. I love to do portrait art because it allows for more detailing in the face to elaborate on facial expressions and the emotions behind. Most of my pieces have a personal meaning to me, but are intentionally seemingly vague, to hopefully spark individual perceptions.

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ib: a photo my mom took in Kenya.

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Studio Art - Salerno
My "Big Idea" for this unit was to incorporate shading with pen and color, opposed to pencil shading, which I previously exclusively repeated in my work. The material I used in my final draft, called "Eli's Portrait," was just a pen. My work changed from a lot over this unit, as I drifted from my usual pencil work, to now incorporating more colors (in other works throughout the unit) and emphasis, using the crisp lines of a pen.  I noticed that my creative process has improved because I feel like I am able to express my ideas onto paper in even more ways, as well as pay closer attention to detail. I am proud of my work in this unit and my final Big Idea piece. I am most proud of my improvement in understanding of shading, as well as my now increasing willingness to get out of my usual comfort zone. I hope to further improve my understanding and knowledge of shading and undertones.

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(2021) Eli's Portrait

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Music: Nirvana (Kurt Cobain, Chad Channing, Dave Grohl)

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ib: Cassie and Sid from "Skins," UK.

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Combine or Alter:
Combined. ib: Banksy's "Rage The Flower Thrower" + Whistler's "Symphony in White, No. 1"

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ib: Bella and Edward from "Twilight."

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Explore Famous Artworks:
James Whistler was an advocate for art conveying a hidden message.

(Symphony in White, no. 1.)