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The Space Of Freedom, Joseph C. Troncale

Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Faculty Publications

The exhibition, The Space of Freedom: Apartment Exhibitions in Leningrad, 1964-1986, invites visitors directly into the carefully re-created interior of a Soviet communal apartment. Within the kind of environment where the paintings first breathed freely, visitors have the opportunity to experience works by unofficial artists of the Soviet era who boldly executed and exhibited art that did not conform to the ideological prescriptions of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. These artists had to substitute the private space of their apartments for the public space controlled and denied them by the Party. Planning and staging these exhibitions, the artists …

Use Of General Preservation Assessments: Outputs, Karen E.K. Brown

University Libraries Faculty Scholarship

This study describes the extent to which institutions implement preservation recommendations resulting from a general needs assessment, including the time to implementation and the extent of program development. Most recommendations are preventive, with less emphasis on repair or reformatting activities. Data indicate that the majority of institutions accomplish recommended preservation actions with no neglected subject areas. Institutions with the highest rates of success spent more staff time preparing for the site visit, and had a longer site visit, compared to the population as a whole. Preparation of a preservation plan does not correlate to an enhanced capacity to implement preservation …

Innate, Kiara Pelissier

Theses and Dissertations

I often think of life as a tight rope stretching across an expanse. Our inner strength enables us to walk forward across it. When this fails us, we fall. But in those moments when we prevail, we soar and float as though weightless and timeless. As a gymnast I learned that control of one's insecurities results in a powerful and balanced presence of body. Give into them and the body becomes uncertain and clumsy. Rarely is life this transparent. Many forms of tension manifest themselves in physical, spiritual, and emotional unrest. How does the physical contour of the skin reflect …

A Postcard, Or Something Like It, Derek Cote

Theses and Dissertations

Postcards highlight the most invigorating, awesome and memorable aspects of events and places. They serve as mementos to be shared or as a testament to experience, proof that "I was here." While postcards were most widely used at the turn of the 20th century, they are quickly being outmoded by the immediacy of technology. Thanks to digital photography and the world wide web, sharing memories is something that happens almost as quickly as the original event is experienced. The history and function of postcards are not the topics that I will address in this essay. Rather, I will look at …

Teachers' Implicit Theories Of Expression In Visual Arts Education: A Study Of Western Australian Teachers, Diana J. Brown

Theses: Doctorates and Masters

This study examines the differences in the beliefs of primary (elementary) class teachers about the role of expression in visual arts education. The focus is on the relationship between primary teachers implicit theories, and expression in their visual arts lessons. Expression here, refers to the manifestation of an individual students interests or views through visual images. Students' expression of their personal responses through visual images, is a central intended outcome of the visual arts curriculum in Western Australia (Curriculum Council, 1998).

"Inspired Industry.", Amanda M. Dock

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This thesis supports the Master of Fine Arts exhibition entitled "Inspired Industry" at Johnson City Area Arts Council, Johnson City, Tennessee, from November 14 - December 22, 2005. It is the culmination of studies and research affected by the artist's own industry vis-à-vis personal inspirations, including: discussion of aesthetics and personal utilization of the techniques learned in relation to both functional and non-functional ceramic forms. This is a self-evaluation of personal preferences and how this body of ceramic work evolved.

Drs Quarterly Council Report: Issue 13, Alec Robertson

Quarterly Council Reports

This issue features the Lifetime Achievement Award of Professor Nigel Cross. (This is a shortened version of the address given by Professor David Durling, Chair of Design Research Society, in making the 2005 Lifetime Achievement Award). ICM's contributions from Terry Love -Australia (West), Daniela Buchler of Brazil and Eduardo Corte-Real of Portugal.) are included with Council member reports.

Contents

DRS Lifetime Achievement Award, Professor David Durling: Award Address

International Reports

• Australia (West), Terence Love
• Brazil, Daniela Büchler
• Portugal, Eduardo Corte Real

Other Reports

• Sue Walker
• Bob Jerrard (DRS Membership Secretary)

Miscellaneous

Transvergence In Art History, Ami Davis

SWITCH

SWITCH Issue 20 explores the theme of “Transvergence” in preparation for the ISEA2006 Symposium, hosted in San Jose as part of the ZeroOne Festival. This issue brings together ideas from artists, scientists, educators, and others to examine hybrid cultural experiences that transcend disciplines.

An Interview With Nikki Stott Of The Biojewellery Project, Nora Raggio

SWITCH

This article explores the concept of transvergence in art history, which is described as an approach that challenges the boundaries between art and science. Unlike interdisciplinary art, which involves collaboration while preserving the distinctions between fields, transdisciplinary art removes the distinction.

The Switch Curatorial: Latency Topography, Aaron Siegel

SWITCH

Latency Topography maps the internet based on how long data takes to travel, rather than where computers are physically located.

Noetic Spaces: The Human Mind And The Sense Of Reality, Niko Shido

SWITCH

In this article, the author looks at how our minds create our sense of reality and how computers and virtual reality can imitate or expand those inner worlds. Using examples from medicine and psychology, the author shows how virtual environments can help us better understand other people’s experiences and even change how we see our own.

Texas & Transvergence, James Morgan, Michael Weisart, Ethan Miller

SWITCH

This article documents the SWITCH team’s attendance at the 2005 South by Southwest Interactive Festival. The team examined how shared language, skills, and ideas overlap within a large conference.

The Switch Curatorial, John Bruneau

SWITCH

This introduction welcomes visitors to a collection of digital works developed at CADRE.

Front Matter: Transvergence

SWITCH

Front matter for volume 20 of SWITCH. This introduction explains how the CADRE Laboratory for New Media at San José State University is partnering with the ZeroOne Festival and hosting the ISEA2006 Symposium. To prepare, SWITCH dedicated this issue to the theme of “Transvergence,” inviting artists, scientists, and thinkers to explore ideas that blend and move beyond traditional disciplines.

A Chat With Steve Dietz And Joel Slayton, Rachel Beth Egenhoefer

SWITCH

This chat between ISEA Festival/Symposium Director Steve Dietz, ISEA’s Academic Symposium Chair Joel Slayton, and CADRE Professor Rachel Beth Egenhoefer explores the idea of “transvergence,” a creative space where art, technology, and research come together to create new forms of collaboration.

Culture Lab Newcastle: Transdisciplinarity In And As Strategy, Sally Jane Norman

SWITCH

In this article, the author describes the creation of Culture Lab at Newcastle University as a space designed to break down academic boundaries. The project frames transdisciplinarity as a social process where diverse ways of thinking meet and generate fresh insight.

Mixed Media November 30, 2005, Students Of Risd, Risd Archives

All Student Newspapers

Mixed Media began as the student publication Your Name Here. The November 30, 2005 issue includes articles on issues with Portfolio Cafe, whether the "RISD Bubble" still exists, an increased number of Asian students at RISD, future goals for the Illustration department, career advice from a recent RISD graduate, a faculty member's favorite things at the RISD Museum, and the Cable Car Cinema, along with the comics "Campfire Building" by Steve Weed, "My Experience with Health Services" by Melissa Meyer, "I Get These Great Ideas" by Melissa Meyer, "Damn Animation" by Ian Topple, student creative work, event notices, and other …

Academicism To Modernism: Fresh Perspectives On Historic Indiana Art, Kaytie Johnson, Laurette E. Mccarthy, Vanessa Mallory

Galleries at Peeler Exhibition & Program Publications

Academicism to Modernism: Fresh Perspectives on Historic Indiana Art October 28, 2005 – May 21, 2006 William Weston Clarke Emison Museum of Art DePauw University Foreword: Kaytie Johnson Essay and acknowledgements: Laurette E. McCarthy Editor: Vanessa Mallory

Fall 2005, Valparaiso University

The Lighter, 1958-Last Year

No abstract provided.

Textile Society Of America Newsletter — Fall 2005, Textile Society Of America

Textile Society of America: Newsletters

Collections Management and Preservation Project for the Kala Raksha Trust, Kutch, India
Symposium 2006
From the President
TSA News
TSA Study Tours
Collections News
Conservation News
TSA Member News
Corrections Research
Conference Reviews
Exhibition Reviews
Book Reviews
Resources
Calendar-Exhibitions, Lectures, Seminars, Workshops, Tours, Residencies
Conferences and Symposia
Grants and Awards
Opportunities

Drs Quarterly Council Report: Issue 12, Alec Robertson

Quarterly Council Reports

In this issue, guest contributor, Dr Sebastian Macmillan gives a Review of the Rising Stars Event held with the DRS AGM. Professor Nigel Cross provided details of the Design Studies Awards presented at the Event. New contributors Daniela Buchler of Brazil and Cherie Lebbon Southgate introduce themselves. Appended is some miscellaneous information on media and international matters reference.

Contents

• Review: Rising **** Event, Sebastian Macmillan
• Design Studies Awards, Nigel Cross

International Reports

• Brazil, Daniela Büchler
• Canada, Arlene Oak

Other Reports

• Cherie Lebbon Southgate
• Alec Robertson

Miscellaneous

What Directs Graphic Design?, David Versluis

Pro Rege

David Versluis presented this paper at The Bauhaus and Beyond: The Shape of Design Education Conference, April 8-10, 2005, at the University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Poshlust: Recent Sculpture By Lori Miles, Christopher Lynn

Galleries at Peeler Exhibition & Program Publications

Poshlust: Recent Sculpture by Lori Miles August 24 - September 25, 2005. Richard E. Peeler Art Center, DePauw University

Motivating Students For Success In Art Education., Melissa M. Leonard

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This study is intended to analyze the differences of elementary age students from two different public elementary schools and their motivation to learn about art. The analysis will compare and contrast the results of my efforts as an art educator to present the same curricular information to both groups of students.

I have examined the demographics, the parent involvement, and the other areas affecting the students of the two schools in which I have taught during my seven years as an elementary art educator. My purpose in completing this study has been to better understand how to meet the needs …

Searching For Wisdom Through Art, Maria A. Gonzalez

Theses and Dissertations - UTB/UTPA

Wisdom is virtue humanity has sought since the beginning of its creation. Humanity will continue to search for wisdom throughout their lives. The book of Proverbs is a collection of ample advice and words of wisdom for those who seek it. It is a book that can be followed throughout our lives. My artwork is a collection of offerings inspired by the proverbs of Solomon. They are created to open up the minds of those who seek wisdom, it offers a visual interpretation of moral value that many time become lost in society.

Summer 2005, 90.9 Wmpg Fm

WMPG Program Guides

Summer 2005

Drs Quarterly Council Report: Issue 11, Alec Robertson

Quarterly Council Reports

QCR Issue 10 did not appear due to a hard-disc failure. Some material was used in the following Issue, 11.

This QCR Issue includes a short Obituary on Professor L Bruce Archer who died on 16th May 2005. There is Part 2 of Vesna Popovic’s report on design research in Australian Universities and a report from new ICM Eduardo Corte-Real who announces the DRS Biennial 2006 Conference. In addition there an overview of Journals for which DRS member subscription discounts have been negotiated and it includes a reminder of the DRS AGM and associated Event held on 15 July 2005. …

Collaborative Insight: Fostering Communication Between Designers And Their Clients, Andrea Brenner

Critical and Creative Thinking Capstones Collection

The subject matter explored was a result of my curiosity as to why clients have a tendency to fixate over specific details once a design solution is proposed. Through the enlightenment of a personal experience of implementing an “educational session” for a client as part of the design process, this synthesis addresses the benefits of and ways to further develop better communication through improving relationships. Specifically the themes of engagement, dialogue, language and value are examined. These themes are essential contributions to encouraging communication and understanding between a designer and their client. Design firms effectively using these concepts will be …

On Earth, Kristina Foley

Renée Crown University Honors Thesis Projects - All

My thesis project is structured around a friendship that grew into an artistic collaboration. Laura Williams and myself, Kristina Foley, pulled our resources and concepts together from two seemingly disparate fields of art, Fiber Structure and Interlocking and the Media Art Program, to explore our personal identification with Feminism, magic, and the role of art in illustrating history through revealing perspectives often kept hidden. Using fibers and textile pieces we explore a women’s history that has been kept private and held close to the body, while simultaneously using video and photography to re-imagine how the female is projected into the …

On Earth, Laura Mariposa Williams

Renée Crown University Honors Thesis Projects - All

When Junior year arrived, along with the opportunity to start a thesis project, Kristina Foley and I agreed that this was right opportunity for us to create a body of collaborative art works. From there we decided to present our final works at Spark Gallery. Our show, On Earth, is a collection of works in varying media. Overall, we have three videos, two narrative, photographic series, two mural photographs, a driftwood sculpture, felted pelts and photographic frames, a book of poetry and drawings held in knitted pouches, and a shadow cloth mural.

What does it mean to be working …