Artist Statement from the MFA Exhibition: "This body of work contains digital photographs, sculptures and wallpapers to highlight a personal journey through motherhood. Traditionally, the roles of a new mother have been handed down from generation to generation. A mother teaches her daughter how to soothe her fussy infant, her domestic responsibilities, to maintain her feminine mystique. Though many of these traditions of mouth to ear to mouth familial heritage continue, today’s society inundated women with visual language to remind them that although they can challenge the traditions and their choice to participate, those same discarded ideals of how to act or perform will continue to tug at the shoulder. "
Artist Statement from the MFA Exhibition: "When I left my parents to venture out into the world alone, my white privilege was stripped. While my racial background is not white, I was raised by white parents who had two biological children. Being raised this way afforded me the comfort and ability to pass through life with little to no danger of being hurt, being granted permission to be anywhere I wanted, never shut out because of my color. I still have access to many of those things because I am still my parents' daughter. I am however increasingly aware of the color of skin and how I am perceived in the context of being on my own, a single, bi/asexual artist. I also learned of my membership in a club of other people of color that I didn’t know I belonged, small and yet furiously protective of its members. A language of nods, shrugs, and eye to eye glances are a part of the language of the club, our nonverbal communication that validates our presence in a white world. much of the work this group does involves teaching and explaining why we exist as a unit separate from the world of white people. Ultimately my hope is that this group would not have to exist if we were afforded the same rights as white people. Escapism has always been appealing to me. When I feel like I don’t belong I imagine what could be; a different version of myself, different person, or an altogether a different species. I often have wanted to be a whale or an otter. These animals are mammals, which in some sense is not a huge stretch from my existence as a mammal, but the urge to be an aquatic species is part of my escapist …
a) Blouse of light pink silk charmeuse, gentle v neckline, sleeveless, center front seam, two oversized bows of self on left shoulder and one oversized tie of self on the right shoulder, hip length, unlined, center back invisible zipper. Label: Oscar de la Renta, P16, 6. b) Skirt of reverse (dull) side of silk charmeuse, gore construction, draped on the bias, narrow waistband, full length, unlined. c) Narrow belt of light pink silk faille, belt buckle of oversized teardrop, round, and marquis-shaped faceted stones in champagne or off white and light pink creating symmetrical layout around a large light orange stone, silver-toned metal. d) Clip-on earrings of faceted stones on champagne or off-white, light pink, and light orange mounted in gold-toned metal. e) Tank top or shell of light pink silk charmeuse, dull or reverse side visible, unlined, with round neckline on one side and shallow v-neckline on reverse. f) Wide belt or sash of self with angled ends, no markings.
A: Dress of black viscose, cotton, and silk blend cloque with crinkled embossing. Silhouette has capped sleeves and a dropped waistline followed with a full gathered skirt. Princess seams construct the garment at the center front seam and center back seam with an invisible zipper attached. Label: Balenciaga Edition B: Belt of black cloque.
Coat of white silk/polyester blend with brown and black leopard print in gradient with center motifs more sparse and revealing white ground, swing silhouette and mid-thigh length, revers collar accented with large black button, center front hidden button placket marked with black top stitching, long set-in two-piece sleeve with cuff detail, vent at center back, fully lined in black silk. Label: Marc Jacobs
Belted shirtwaist evening dress. A: Evening dress of grey/taupe organza with gold brocade in abstract floral pattern. Collared, with rhinestone closure at neck. Single-breasted center front closure from top to bottom of gown, with grey/taupe plastic buttons. Sleeves are slightly puffed at the top, 3/4-length with angled cuffs and rhinestone-button closure. Princess-line with natural waist and full-length skirt. B: Tie belt of grey/taupe organza with gold brocade; angled ends.
Skirt of white silk/polyester blend with brown and black leopard print in a gradient from dense and dark to more sparse and whiter from left to right, straight silhouette, narrow waistband, center back zipper and hook-and-eye closure, fully lined in black silk. Label: Marc Jacobs, 6.
This article uses a grounded theory approach to identify three major themes--business, soft power, and whitewashing--in the US media coverage of "The Great Wall" film.
This monochromatic painting depicts the artist Paul Cezanne in the countryside with some of his plain-air paintings and on the left hand edge text and dialogue unrelated to Cezanne.
Structured coat of bright neon pink or coral wool, oversized bow of self at side neckline, center front buttons, kimono sleeves, knee-length, fully lined in silk.
This presentation is part of the faculty lecture series UNT Speaks Out on Coming Home. The author discusses methods and findings from a project she participated in related to how veterans narrated their experiences through art. Her component of the study evaluated participants and described what they gained through creating arts and crafts.
Work of art in MDF, paper (Paper mache of museum visitor responses on paper) by artist Karla Garcia part of a 2019 MFA Exhibition, entitled "Uncertain Ground."
Dress ensemble of black and white cotton-silk blend faille with oversized rose or floral pattern created through ikat or warp-dyed thread technique. A) Dress of black cotton-silk blend with white floral or rose ikat pattern, sleeveless, round neckline, natural waist, a-line skirt, center back zipper and hook-and-eye closure, fully lined in black silk. Label: Oscar de la Renta, P14, 10, Made in Italy B) Jacket of white cotton-silk blend with black rose or floral ikat pattern, jewel neckline, center front opening with oversize black round flower buttons over hidden snaps covered in black silk, three-quarter length sleeves, fully lined in black silk. Label: Oscar de la Renta, P14, 10, Made in Italy
Sheath style dress of digitally printed silk knit in black and magenta tones with tree pattern with an engineered print. Knee length; long sleeves; rounded neckline. Designer's label at center back neckline: "Mary Katrantzou"
Artist Statement from the MFA exhibition: In my recent work, I explore my identity as a first-generation American, using my painting practice to think about early memories of living in-between two cultures. These remembered moments allow a space for me to consider how both cultures merge. Portraying vivid memories through colorful recognizable objects and body parts, memories take on a new context, showing the passage of time, and reflecting on how memories take on new meaning. My desire to save these moments relates to my wish to name what makes me belong, and what marks me as unique, within the two cultures in which I exist.
a) Day dress of silk faille with yellow, green, and white painterly floral pattern, wide round neckline, sleeveless, modified princess seams creating draped effect diagonally across bodice, natural waistline with darks throughout skirt into waistline, center back invisible zipper, a-line knee-length skirt, fully lined in silk. Labels: Oscar de la Renta, S14, 10. b) Narrow belt of self with self-covered rectangular buckle
Timelapsed video from the MFA Exhibition "Draw Me Near" as shown at the Cora Stafford Gallery. In this video, friends, family members, and colleagues dine with the artist during the exhibition.
Artist Statement from the MFA Exhibition: "My work represents my personal experience with having learning differences such as Dyslexia, ADD, Auditory Processing Disorder, and others. I create pieces that reflect my thoughts, experiences, and the obstacles that I face daily. I utilize materials obtained from school desks as memories that reflect on the long periods of time we spend siting at desks in classrooms, during which we discover how to process information. To articulate these experiences, I create marks and drawings on recycled pieces of school desks. These marks indicate equations, words spelling, and information that mimics symbols from my own learning experience. Through the inclusion of hidden stones and drawings, I integrate positive associations and humor."
Dress constructed of multi-fabric panels in floral motifs on black backgrounds. Midi length. Asymmetric neckline trimmed in black satin ribbon, five black velvet covered buttons and black satin ribbon bow. Long sleeves have burgundy satin ribbon hem; trimmed with five matching black velvet covered buttons over hidden snap closure with double row of snaps on black grosgrain. Shirred shoulders. Center back zipper closure; unlined. Designer label: Marc Jacobs.
Sundress of cotton in striped leaf pattern on black background with Kente cloth-inspired waistband, neckline and shoulder straps. Below knee length skirt gathers at waistband. Center back zipper closure; unlined. Designer/retailer label: "Duro Olowu / for jcp"
a) Cocktail dress of black polyester-silk blend brocade with large-scale white floral motif with large flat green leaves on a black ground (with the motif focused on the neckline, sleeves, and bottom half of the skirt); jewel neckline, short set-in sleeves, bodice constructed of six panels, natural waistline, skirt with large inverted box pleats that align with the panels in the bodice, skirt hemline reinforced with crinoline, pockets at side seams of skirt, center back zipper, lined in silk, Hong Kong seams. Labels: Oscar de la Renta, 12, R19 b) Stole of lightweight cotton gauze dyed with identical floral motif
Skirt suit of embossed brown leather in snakeskin pattern with varying size scale texture running vertically throughout garment. A: Jacket of leather, wide revers collar creating effect of sloped shoulders, set-in bracelet-length sleeves, center front hidden button placket, angled single welt pockets at hips (reminiscent of the Bar Suit), fully lined. Label: Christian Dior Paris, Made in Italy B: Straight or pencil skirt of leather, no waistband, back walking vent, center back zipper with hook-and-eye closure, fully lined. Label: Christian Dior Paris, Made in Italy
Dress ensemble of navy blue polyester/wool blend accented with Ndebele-inspired graphic designed fabric. A) Sheath style dress with center front panel of Ndebele-inspired cotton/elastane blend. Center front split; princess seams; midi length. Sleeveless; rounded neckline. Extra long tie belt. Center back zipper closure. Lined in burgundy acetate/viscose satin striped herringbone. Designer label: Stella Jean B) Ulster-inspired cape style jacket echoing the shape of men’s great coats from the early nineteenth century. Double breasted bibbed front. Turn down collar. Side half belts extend from front bib and buckle at back sides. Lined in Ndebele-inspired fabric with "Stella Jean" signature in design.
Dress of red and metallic gray wool/silk blend brocade in floral (poppy?) motif. Street length. Sleeveless; sweetheart neckline. Princess seams. Pleats at natural waist. Center back zipper closure; lined in dark gray silk. Designer's label: "Carolina Herrera / New York"
A: Evening dress of polyester in abstract flower pattern of orange, red-pink, and various shades of purple, surplice bodice, 3/4 length set-in sleeves, natural waistline, full a-line skirt, floor length, center back zipper with hook-and-eye closure, lined in purple polyester. Labels: Rene Ruiz Collection for Neiman Marcus, 6, Made in China B: Tie belt of self
Cocktail dress of white silk faille with small black polka dot and multicolored floral ikat pattern (in red, pink, yellow, greens, and purple). Bodice with bateau neckline, sleeveless, (taken in slightly at underarms,) shallow vertical darts from horizontal band from empire to natural waist, low rounded scoop back, invisible zipper; a-line knee-length skirt, pockets at side seams, wide band of crinoline at hem of skirt; lined, Hong Kong seams. Labels: Oscar de la Renta, S14, 10.
A short video combining still and motion footage documenting the move of the Texas Fashion Collection from Scoular Hall to the Welch Street Complex I. The video includes footage of the new site being cleared after demolition of the Church of Christ, construction of the Texas Fashion Collection section of the new facility, the arrival and placement of the modular sections, and general preparation of the new facility. Activities include inventory work, packing materials and preparing racks of garments for the move, of wrapped racks being loaded on and unloaded from trucks, and items being unloaded in the new facility. Still footage of packed areas of Scoular and new classrooms in Welch Street I are also included.
Work of art in ceramic sculpture, wood and bronze by artist Amy Wachal as part of a 2019 MFA Exhibition, entitled "Angelfish Prayers". The Sea Otter was hunted to near extinction in the 19th century. Now, thanks to their protected status under the Endangered Species Act & Marine Mammal Protection Act, sea otters are making a comeback in California, Washington, and Alaska. Proof that when people come together and fight for change, there is hope.
Article accompanying the Proceedings of HCI 2011 The 25th BCS Conference on Human Computer Interaction. This paper explores the World Wide Web's effect on the Google Generation/those born after 1993.
This paper explores the development of Internet use in Latin America by exploring the macro- and micro-social expectations and actualities of Internet use.
Sneakers of bright pink faux fur representing a poodle's body. Sneaker tongues each an exaggerated round stuffed poodle head with darker pink faux fur at the ears and top of head, with light pink velour as poodle face and rest of tongue, with black plastic eyes and nose, black and white vinyl sunglasses. Light pink cotton laces that, when crossed, attach three oversized white plastic bones to the front of the shoe. From the outer sides, darker pink faux fur creates three stripes representing the Adidas logo, wraps around the upper as trim, at the center back a small tail protrudes off the sneaker. Dark pink rubber sole with Adidas logo, at instep with black grid of stitching. Inside marking: "Jeremy Scott New York Beverly Hills Paris"
Artist Statement from the MFA Exhibition: "In my recent work, I have expanded upon the deconstruction, reconstruction, and reflection that has informed my artistic process for many years. My working method involves using remnants from previous works; they reappear in their original form or are reworked, aged destroyed, or recreated from different materials. My Process allows me to illustrate the passage of time as older work takes on new forms in a renewed context. New connections begin to surface as my paintings and accompanying objects are layered into a work about the passage of time as well as other passages; a migratory mentality know to all who live away from home."
Kimono inspired dress. Main body of viscose rayon in ivory and brown spots on black background; hem, sleeve cuffs and bodice detail of silk in red and ivory floral pattern on pink background. Long kimono sleeves; knee length. Center back zipper closure. Label at center back neckline: "Duro Olowu / London"
Tank top or shell of dark brown wool knit, knit to shape, round scoop neckline, sleeveless, straight cut, unlined. Label: Lafayette 148 New York, Small, Made in China
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