Folded Morphologies
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ndltd-OhioLink-oai-etd.ohiolink.edu-kent12898625992021-08-03T05:37:26Z Folded Morphologies Sickle, Lesley Fine Arts Lynda Benglis vellum <p>Folded Morphologies, is a collection of cut and folded, three-dimensional, serigraphed objects that were installed in multiple ways to evoke an encompassing experience for the viewer by using both scale and multiples. The objects are suggestive of cellular forms, disease and its effect on human tissue. Using different techniques to display these modular forms, each approach references ideas of accumulation, growth and collection.</p><p>This exhibition is an examination of the dichotomy between the striking beauty of photomicrographs and the diseases they expose. I found inspiration in the patterns and structures hidden from everyday view through magnified, color-enhanced photographs of cells. Even the most deadly diseases appear beautiful on a cellular level. Referencing the introduction of medical treatment, often involving the addition of a toxin, the abnormal interrupting the normal, I made objects that speak to my fascination with what lies beneath the surface.</p><p>Throughout this body of work, I have been inspired and interested in the relationships between patients and pharmaceuticals and confronting the diseased body. I have used abstraction and metaphors to create non-representational forms and to broaden the context, allowing for a variety of associations. This work grew directly from the screen printing process as I explored formal qualities and layers of subtle, abstracted imagery to create these beautiful biomorphic representations. Withered and delicate, the objects also possess and alluring vibrancy. I am interested in an area between abstraction and an implied narrative, where the viewer is given subtle clues to my perspective, allowing for connections to be made with other systems of growth and form.</p> 2010-11-16 English text Kent State University / OhioLINK http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=kent1289862599 http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=kent1289862599 unrestricted This thesis or dissertation is protected by copyright: all rights reserved. It may not be copied or redistributed beyond the terms of applicable copyright laws. |
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