Identifier
etd-06072011-163746
Degree
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Department
Art
Document Type
Thesis
Abstract
Sensing Synesthesia is an exhibition of experiments, carried out through the medium of graphic design as an attempt to generate a synesthesiac experience by visualizing sound. Since many elements within the realms of sound and sight are relative, creating a genuine synesthesiac experience for a viewing audience proved challenging. To address this problem, I created visual elements that corresponded with personal convictions, emotions and proclamations and presented them in a way congruent to the sounds being heard. Through these experiments, I discovered the personal growth of myself: the sharpened skills as a graphic designer, initiated interest in hand-rendered type as well as graffiti art as a style. Furthermore, I aimed that the interrelated, impactful relationship between sight and sound we all encounter on a daily basis generates a deeper experience despite our level of awareness.
Date
2011
Document Availability at the Time of Submission
Release the entire work immediately for access worldwide.
Recommended Citation
Johnson, Jeffrey Harlan, "Sensing synesthesia" (2011). LSU Master's Theses. 3258.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_theses/3258
Committee Chair
Barr, Courtney
DOI
10.31390/gradschool_theses.3258