This piece is inspired by the angels described in Revelation 4 of the Bible and is representing how Christ was depicted in the four gospels. Matthew- bold and strong like a lion, Mark- servant like the ox, Luke- Human and humble as a man and John- leader like the eagle. These different representations are a theory of John’s visions. This piece is designed to be hung from the ceiling to be coming down from heaven. One of the winds is made on a hung so it gives it a flapping kind of movement.
4 porcelain bowls and plates with wildflowers
Summer thunderstorm rolling in while on a trail ride with Lena the quarter horse.
Emily Harris Aerospace Engineering major
I have always had a connection with dandelions since I was little. They became my symbol of hope and resilience as I struggled to thrive throughout adolescence. Creating symbolic pieces such as this one became a practice in manifestation for me. Once I knew that I would be living in the scholarship hall, Sellards, I knew that I had to create a piece to manifest growth, resilience, and abundance in this time of significant change. The dandelion has one full bloom for the hope of me growing into myself in college, and two smaller buds to symbolize future growth. The trees, windows, and brick in the background are the distinctive characteristics of Sellards.
Lolly Hindman Sociology & Economics major
This is a large scale portrait of my best friend highlighting the many aspects of her I find most beautiful.
“Monster” directly references the dehumanizing language used against trans people. With this print, I wanted to show that the so-called “monster” from the news was once a happy kid too. By depicting myself smiling, I aim to challenge the notion that being trans is a terrible affliction, we’re not monsters, just people.
“Venus” references the Venus Pudica pose from classical and baroque art, historically used to convey modesty and desire while highlighting the female form. I have adapted this pose to examine top surgery scars, presenting the trans body in a positive light by drawing a parallel to a classical goddess, especially one of love, to challenge the stigma that trans people inherently hate their bodies.
This oil gilded egg tempera painting features the popular pro-wrestler of the 80s and 90s, The Ultimate Warrior. What drew me to this character and subject matter was his anatomy, costume, and electric stage presence. One of the things I find most interesting about the phenomenon of pro-wrestling is the combination of hyper-masculinity and flamboyance, and I thought the bulging muscles next to the flying tassels truly embodied that. The gilding reinforces this idea as well, using a bit of sparkle to evoke the glitz and glamour of the WWF. I also found the contrast between an old, classical material and a very modern subject matter compelling. It's interesting to consider what some of the old masters would have thought of this artwork, or even the concept of pro-wrestling.
Jessica Grubenhoff Visual Art Education major