[wasab-ikat]

artist statement 5

I made a punching bag out of some scrap wood, old clothing, sand, and a table cloth. since moving to Denver, I see fights at the corner of colfax and downing at least twice a week. I thought this was a funny intervention into the space and it was something I have never made before. this was my first public art installment besides some random tagging, so it was a good learning experience! this was stolen or taken down less than a day after I installed it, so it’s fate will forever be a mystery 

[wasab-ikat]

public punching bag - proj. 5

I made this in response to the countless fights that happen at my usual bus stop- it was stolen or removed less than 24 hours later and the rain took a toll on it, but I saw a few people punch it, so that’s worth it in my book :~)

[jainee-d]

Performance #00

[bekah4d]

This is a powerful piece and a great choice for this project. The slight vignette you added only adds to an emotional theme. Your choice to include only the sounds of the city was very effective—I feel like ant music would have ruined the brevity of the moment.

[wasab-ikat]

your piece is my favorite performance. I love how raw it is. the aesthetic is beautiful and I love your pose. amazing work!

[not-jae]

My piece is a video performance as I come home for the day and that process. In the beginning I am wearing all black and dressed head to toe, by the end I am in a tank top and shorts. I was motivated by my own personal growth. I have been struggling a lot with mental health and how I feel as though I’m putting on a front for the world around me, so I decided to show me finally being comfortable in my own skin, no longer hiding from the world as much as possible. My process began with trying on a lot of clothes and then I sort of realized how the color of my clothing could affect the piece. So, I am emerging from my hardened steely black exterior to become a new person even if there’s many steps along the way.

[bekah4d]

This was a very brave, yet clear piece. You had an idea in mind and executed it exactly as you had planned. As someone who also suffers from depression having a ‘good’ day can really feel like shedding a layer of weight you didn’t realize you were carrying.

[wasab-ikat]

I love this so much!!!!! Thank you for sharing, and congra-fucking-lations for growing your confidence in yourself. I love how you raise your arms at the end and give a little spin. beautiful!

[marcelinetheardipithecus]

Art Project #4: One Minute Performance

The idea for this project came to me sporadically. I had just ordered $50 worth of takeout food for myself and on my drive home I envisioned a low lit room with faint tv noises and the emphasis of food. When I began recording it felt right to indulge, so I did. I enjoy this video and it makes me slightly uncomfortable

[bekah4d]

Man. It really do be like that tho.

The tone you achieved fits really well with the subject matter....it reminded me of when I was a kid and my dad would bring home McDonalds and I would watch Cartoon Network while I ate. Nostalgic...but maybe not the healthiest.

[wasab-ikat]

ahh, I love this. I really enjoy the static noise that overpowers the sound of you eating and the tv. the lighting really adds to the tone of uncomfortability 

[timestops4none]

Art Project 4: One Minute Performance

Title- Sometimes

Sometimes I want to talk with an accent even though I do not

Sometimes I want to stare when I should not

Sometimes I want to live my dreams when I can not

Sometimes I want to yell when no one else would not

Sometimes I want to cry when I must not

Sometimes I want to be me when I ought not

Sometimes I want to ask for help but I could not

Sometimes I want to laugh but I have not

Sometimes I want to tell a stranger they are beautiful when I know I will not

Sometimes I do it anyway

                  Poem by Andrew Cline

[watermelongreen]

This is one of my favorite performance art and I love the poem that goes with it. The video is really unsatisfying and it shows the regret and indecisiveness that is felt when deciding whether or not to do something. Doors are an excellent way to represent many feelings.

[wasab-ikat]

I love how simple your performance is, yet it relays so much. The poem is beautiful, and feels very fitting for the last year. great work!

[anzirconiumgill]

Project 4: One Minute Performance

[watermelongreen]

I think this was a great performance art. I love how the model is smiling the whole time just like a doll. It really brings me back to my childhood or playing with barbies. This was a great idea!

[wasab-ikat]

I love your performance! I am intrigued to hear your intension behind the piece. your room is beautiful too :’)

[daianeeg]

Pricks

A type 1 diabetic pricks its fingers at least 10 times a day. First thing in the morning, before every meal, before working out, before bed. Faces an average of 180 decisions each day around how to manage their blood sugars. In this performs I want to recognize our daily norm, the thing we must do everyday to stay alive and healthy. Recognize the different readings from our Glucometers and how big of an impact they can have on our daily life. Although we are faced with many decisions everyday and finger pricking, living with type 1 makes you stronger and makes you really appreciate life. 

[bekah4d]

Your project is very personal and raw. I really like the grayscale filter you put over top. Thank you for sharing!

[wasab-ikat]

I really enjoy the aesthetic of your video- the grayscale adds a dimension of seriousness, so I see your piece as really successful! thank you for sharing!

[wasab-ikat]

artist statement 4: cycles

In this work, I explore the cycles of domestic abuse in using balloons filled with household materials; including flour, oil, paint, a needle, and chalk. This work speaks on my experience as a recurring victim of domestic abuse. The video is looped to show how difficult for outsides to see what is occurring behind closed doors, and also how easy it can be to accept and fall for similar patterns. When the blood is clean and tidy, one may think it will never fall again. This work serves as a performance for me to reclaim what I endured and draw power, compassion, confidence, and wisdom from it.   

[wasab-ikat]

one minute performance: art project 4 

[wasab-ikat]

to consume ~ to savor

[wasab-ikat]

to breathe

[wasab-ikat]

to heat ~ to mix

[zitawalker]

[wasab-ikat]

verbs

to excite | to play | to breathe | to savor | to stretch | to be | to grind | to mix | to heat | to love | to pack | to ignite | to smoke | to laugh | to read | to unite | to create | to relax | consume | to give

[timestops4none]

Art Project 3: One Minute Supercut

Title: Take the Leap

Works Used:

Videos: 

GoPro Awards: BASE Jumping in Moab   https://youtu.be/h5U50ZsFUaY

B.A.S.E Jumping Norway 2018    https://youtu.be/Ymtj1BrbDsU

World Record BASE Jump from Mt. Everest  https://youtu.be/h_k8LsJDGlM

Record breaking space jump - free fall faster than speed of sound - Red Bull Stratos.    https://youtu.be/mJxsj51d-Pk

 Music:

Iko Iko (2019 Stereo Remaster)    https://youtu.be/hZNA1n9F_rA

[bekah4d]

Not going to lie, this video really makes my stomach turn! Although I would never personally partake in any high intense sport like this, it is a great project idea! The peaceful, yet upbeat song really adds to the thrilling activity all these people are doing. The variety of clips keeps it interesting and honestly it kinda looks like and reminds me of an ad specifically for cliff diving! Great job!

[wasab-ikat]

this is so dope!! I love the moments of tension right before they jump! I’m doing a night time bungee jump this summer, and your video got me so stoked for it lol. naked base jumping is a whole other level ahaha. great work!

[jainee-d]

Art Project 3: One Minute Supercut

Beyonce the GOAT

With the conclusion of Women’s History month, I dreamed it necessary to dedicate this super cut to Beyoncé Knowles Carter, who made history this past February as the most Grammy winning female in history. 

Beyonce has made in appearance in several of my projects this semester so it is no surprise that I am a stan. 

I wanted to dedicate this to Beyonce for more reasons that me just being a fan, however. In order to make history and accomplish all that she has during her 20+ year, requires a work ethic that most do not posses. 

Furthermore, Beyonce has transformed into more than just a recording artist. She is a philanthropist, activist, and feminist. She is also a pillar in the Black community for more reasons than I can explain. 

She is a class act and deserves to go down in history. 

[bekah4d]

This is a great supercut and is obviously about a celebrity you are inspired by. Seeing all her biggest accomplishments compiled in one video shows how talented she is, and how much warranted attention she has received throughout the years. I really like how even though she’s gotten older and some of the clips are many years apart, she is still receiving awards and getting recognition for her work!

[wasab-ikat]

I looooooveeee this! I think Beyonce is just a rnb star for a lot of people, but you did an amazing job putting all of her accomplishments into perspective. she’s THE queen