Identifier
etd-06132005-160237
Degree
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Department
Art
Document Type
Thesis
Abstract
Although I have always been interested in the origins of my thought processes and the methods and compulsions that motivate my work, in past work I have avoided self portraiture, or blatant explorations into my own sense of self. With my thesis project I wanted to conduct an express exploration into the psychology of my motivations. My initial goal was to create an environment, a sense of place, where both the viewer and myself are drawn into the work, and confronted with a unique experience of personal expression. The focal point is a bath enclosed within a grotto, which symbolizes a wide range of personal issues: spirituality, sexuality, sensuality, privacy, cleansing, honesty, shame, health, taboo, perversity . . . all things that embody my sense of self and self-esteem. The bath is the center of a triptych, and each piece is embellished with imagery that reflects a system of personal mythologies. These tableaus will further expand the nature of the Chemistry of My Affections and their importance to my artistic exploration.
Date
2005
Document Availability at the Time of Submission
Release the entire work immediately for access worldwide.
Recommended Citation
Smith, David Scott, "The chemistry of my affections" (2005). LSU Master's Theses. 3594.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_theses/3594
Committee Chair
Robert S. Silverman
DOI
10.31390/gradschool_theses.3594