Date of Award
5-12-2024
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Department
Studio Arts
Advisor(s)
Ann Clarke
Keywords
Climate;Definition;Hybrid;Natural;Plasticine;Synthetic
Subject Categories
Arts and Humanities | Fine Arts
Abstract
This thesis serves as written documentation of the processes, outcomes, and the conceptual nature of my sculptural practice. I consider and question our set definitions towards the natural world and human-built environments. Using emerging lexicons that serve as a starting point for defining instances of synthetic materials merging with organic ecosystems, I draw from locations, scientific research, individual observations, and human-built environments that have produced or influenced the objects and materials I use in my everyday life and art practice. Vocabulary and language surrounding the excess of objects and materials in natural environments are interrogated and subverted to reflect acts of care, collection, repurposing, and assemblage.
Access
Open Access
Recommended Citation
Yert, Declan J., "Discarded and Forgotten" (2024). Theses - ALL. 862.
https://surface.syr.edu/thesis/862
