#course direction

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Statement of Intent

In this course I want to explore the way in which memory acts like a jumbled and/or broken line. How time bends, folds and is redrawn due to memory. Examining the way memory functions with cues and recall, I will create images that combine multiple cues from different memories. Cues whether or not directly related to the memory are the device that allow our brains to recall the information. I will start with one childhood memory and jot down visuals and feelings from that experience. From there I will explore other memories that are recalled by similar experiences. Imagery from different memories will then be combined to create one fantastical images that act as several cues to those particular instances. While the memories will be of my own, I imagine that some images my act as cues for other’s memoires.

Logistically I look to create six  8x10” mixed media paintings that combine different imagery from different memories.

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a change of direction

So, I began my work for this coarse following the direction of my previous “course direction post”. Rolled out the paper, got to work, and decided that it wasn’t what I wanted to explore. I'm still interested in memory, but creating a mind map reflecting my memoires of my father isn’t of my interest. I think by the time I started I had come to terms with it, and I didn’t need the piece anymore. I will still post the progressive for that work (late) and my new statement (also late).

Sorry for the change of direction, but I am a lot more excited about my future project.

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Course Direction

For this course I want to explore memory and the complexity of family relationships. Focusing on how memories change their meaning as new information is presented. As a memory changes meaning, does it become a part of the present, and does the present affect the past?

In terms of research I am currently looking at how memory functions. I’m also going to be looking at different representations of time. As well as how other artists tackle delicate family situations. As this is a new direction for my work I welcome any suggestions for artists or writers to read up on.

The piece I wish to create is a mind-map / entanglement of memories and stories of my own and my sisters’ childhood. These will primarily be containing stories, illustrations, and words spoken or acted upon by our father. The goal is to illustrate the difficulty in separating a person who has given so much love but also so much pain and how distance allows for better reflection on the past and current actions. Ultimately this is designed to be a healing piece for myself.