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VIRTUALLY ABSTRACT
Title
VIRTUALLY ABSTRACT.
Creator
Kappers, Michael, Haxton, David, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
My most recent body of work frees me from traditional animation and graphic design principles that had become second nature in my creative practice over years of commercial work in industry. I now find myself unconsciously creating shape and form without a preconceived vision of the final outcome. This allows for a free-flowing approach to my canvas. The canvas in which my forms are created is virtual space and can be described as an infinite cube. The first step I take in each of my pieces...
Show moreMy most recent body of work frees me from traditional animation and graphic design principles that had become second nature in my creative practice over years of commercial work in industry. I now find myself unconsciously creating shape and form without a preconceived vision of the final outcome. This allows for a free-flowing approach to my canvas. The canvas in which my forms are created is virtual space and can be described as an infinite cube. The first step I take in each of my pieces is creating a cube with the center residing at Cartesian coordinates 0,0,0. From there, I make the decision either to subdivide the cube into sections or extrude faces from the cube. In either case, I begin to see the possibilities in which the form can take. Some forms are organic and rhythmic while others become machined and rigid. At this stage, color and light are not a part of the equation.
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Date Issued
2008
Identifier
CFE0002086, ucf:47584
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0002086
MANY TELLING MOMENTS:THE ESSENCE OF FRAGMENTED IMAGE CULTURE
Title
MANY TELLING MOMENTS:THE ESSENCE OF FRAGMENTED IMAGE CULTURE.
Creator
Ebner, Bonnie, Haxton, David, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
My purpose in entering the UCF MFA program was to further explore and develop my passion for photography. During my time in the program, I developed my methodology--from having the traditional photography paradigm ingrained in my mind (and wanting to fit into it) to accepting and valuing my own unique process. I construct installations using diverse imagery and non-traditional presentation. In my installations, one may witness a reflection of the contemporary pace of image perception-...
Show moreMy purpose in entering the UCF MFA program was to further explore and develop my passion for photography. During my time in the program, I developed my methodology--from having the traditional photography paradigm ingrained in my mind (and wanting to fit into it) to accepting and valuing my own unique process. I construct installations using diverse imagery and non-traditional presentation. In my installations, one may witness a reflection of the contemporary pace of image perception--fragmented, complex, abundant, and disordered. Together, images and their arrangements are used to create a unified piece that satisfies a new system within apparent disorder. The resulting installations summon the sensation of thinking and processing information in a new way, allowing for re-contextualization of fragmented imagery. Technology has pushed photography to evolve. Previously held traditional notions of photography as art (e.g., "single telling moment" photographs and similar subject matter) are now being confronted by a vernacular of "many telling moments". The current state of the art world is in flux, and is greatly influenced by the faster pace set by technology; I coin our new vernacular Image Culture.
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Date Issued
2008
Identifier
CFE0002116, ucf:47561
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0002116
A VISUAL SOUND
Title
A VISUAL SOUND.
Creator
Bogdany, Bert, Haxton, David, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
The repetitive nature of my work allows me to divide the tactile experience of the creative process into a contemplative state. Repetition causes the body to move automatically, less aware of its surroundings; the recurrent contact of the hand with the form causes them to merge systematically. This is the point where the sculpture for me becomes conceptually complete. It is this harmonious balance between material and the physical process that I wish to reveal to the viewer.
Date Issued
2007
Identifier
CFE0001616, ucf:47174
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0001616
TRUTHS, REALITIES AND THE EASILY TRANSMITTED IMAGE
Title
TRUTHS, REALITIES AND THE EASILY TRANSMITTED IMAGE.
Creator
Walton, Elizabeth, Haxton, David, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
By the documenting and examining things that are often overlooked in everyday life, I try to find the beauty of these objects, of people, their lives and their homes. I am interested in the current technology and the influence of the easily transmitted image. What is the truth and reality of the images shared by the current youth culture because of the use of camera phones, digital image takers, and the constant image transmissions through online social networking venues such as My Space and...
Show moreBy the documenting and examining things that are often overlooked in everyday life, I try to find the beauty of these objects, of people, their lives and their homes. I am interested in the current technology and the influence of the easily transmitted image. What is the truth and reality of the images shared by the current youth culture because of the use of camera phones, digital image takers, and the constant image transmissions through online social networking venues such as My Space and FaceBook? The current digital image is no longer a precious object as it was in the past. The easy accessibility of technology and the growing popularity of an affordable camera have made these images a common object, easily replaced. It is my interest or concern with this technology that led me to my final body of work, images of this youth culture.
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Date Issued
2007
Identifier
CFE0001610, ucf:47184
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0001610
DEEP WITHIN
Title
DEEP WITHIN.
Creator
Joseph, Caberbe, Haxton, David, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
As a contemporary photographer, I focus most on light and color to bring out the uniqueness of my images. Photography is about lighting and I manipulate lights to raise questions in my viewers. Manipulating light is my way of being curious about how it may change mood physically and emotionally. Inspired by classical paintings, I have developed a body of photographs that can be admired by anyone. Although the main focus of my work is light and color, this body of work is also intended to...
Show moreAs a contemporary photographer, I focus most on light and color to bring out the uniqueness of my images. Photography is about lighting and I manipulate lights to raise questions in my viewers. Manipulating light is my way of being curious about how it may change mood physically and emotionally. Inspired by classical paintings, I have developed a body of photographs that can be admired by anyone. Although the main focus of my work is light and color, this body of work is also intended to empower those with little confidence in themselves and those who have been rejected, abused, or mistrusted.
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Date Issued
2009
Identifier
CFE0002592, ucf:48286
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0002592
DIMENSIONS OF IDENTITY
Title
DIMENSIONS OF IDENTITY.
Creator
Kramer, Alice, Haxton, John David, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
Imagination and fantasy environments created by writers and artists have always drawn people into their worlds. Advances in technology have blurred the lines between reality and imagination. My interest has always been to question the validity of these worlds and their cultures and to transcend the evolving virtual dimension by fusing it with what we perceive to be reality.
Date Issued
2009
Identifier
CFE0002632, ucf:48213
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0002632
Investigation of The Home, a Metaphor for Belonging
Title
Investigation of The Home, a Metaphor for Belonging.
Creator
Eldridge, Jeremy, Isenhour, David, Lotz, Theo, Haxton, John, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
The written portion of this investigation gathers materials and information that deals with the conception of the family unit and the house that is literally, and metaphorically, utilized in the notion of home. This focus on the structure as a metaphor for home has further reaching implications than the structure itself. Findings show that a Western view of community and belonging is rooted in a place of stability in one's community. The basis for personal growth within that community has a...
Show moreThe written portion of this investigation gathers materials and information that deals with the conception of the family unit and the house that is literally, and metaphorically, utilized in the notion of home. This focus on the structure as a metaphor for home has further reaching implications than the structure itself. Findings show that a Western view of community and belonging is rooted in a place of stability in one's community. The basis for personal growth within that community has a direct impact on an individual's development in it. (Goldburgh, 67) The fractured nature of my experience and emotions tied with the notions of home, are expressed through both A Home Divided and the Chez Moi series photographic series. Within this investigation there are references to the artist's memories and experiences that are in contrast and discord with the traditional concept of acceptance and belonging.
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Date Issued
2013
Identifier
CFE0004678, ucf:49860
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0004678