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Interface Of Glass And Topology, Travis Adams
Interface Of Glass And Topology, Travis Adams
Theses and Dissertations
Interface of Glass and Topology is a supportive statement for a collection of blown glass sculptures that employ principles of continuous surface topology along with line and color applications to create a perceptual visual experience. These forms address issues of balance and continuity as well as space relationships of both inside to outside and object to self. This supportive statement will discuss topology as a basis for composition and larger questions of interconnectivity with our environment that serves as a guiding theme of my work.
Branching Topology: The Aesthetics And Symbolism Of Glass Trees, Michael Lyn Tracy
Branching Topology: The Aesthetics And Symbolism Of Glass Trees, Michael Lyn Tracy
Theses and Dissertations
This thesis discusses my glass artwork which I make to help me understand the world. Trees, specifically bonsai trees, are used as inspirational imagery. The work explores the physical and symbolic aspects of the trees and the relationships that develop between the maker, the object, and the viewer. The series of work split into two distinct styles and the relationships of the styles as they relate to aspects of my personality are explored.