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City Hall
3D Gallery
1. Symmetrical dragonfly wings create a sense of balance which I experienced in my early childhood
2.Harsh corners represent pessimism balanced by delicate flowers, implying an underlying caring nature
3.Layered blue paper in opposing directions creates rough water-like movement like our relationship
4.The use of negative space and opacity of the glass emotes a sense of desolation induced by grief
5.Contrasting shades of brown transitioning from light to dark depicts the spiral into depression
5.Contrasting shades of brown transitioning from light to dark depicts the spiral into depression
6.The bead’s unification by wire interlocking lines displays dependence our family had on each other
7.Proportional beads emphasize the focal pendant as caring for my grandmother became a focal priority
7.Proportional beads emphasize the focal pendant as caring for my grandmother became a focal priority
8.Conformity displayed by combined use of shape and line by curved edges and deco-inspired designs
9.Variety in Chain’s lengths creates dimension as health complications became extensive and complex
10.Never-ending cycle of grief shown by repetition of beads and negative space formed by long chains
11. Distancing from my grandmother displayed by use of rhythm and repetition of the multi-color beads
12.Bipolar mental states exhibited by the use of asymmetry as colorful beads oppose silver hardware
12.Bipolar mental states exhibited by the use of asymmetry as colorful beads oppose silver hardware
13.The use of negative space and line emphasizes the transparency representing bittersweet acceptance
14.Symmetrical designs create balance, which I finally achieved once I accepted my grandmothers’ loss
14.Symmetrical designs create balance, which I finally achieved once I accepted my grandmothers’ loss
15.Connection of three unique parts creates unity alluding to feelings of handcuff like, containment
15.Connection of three unique parts creates unity alluding to feelings of handcuff like, containment
Emma Dooley
AP Studio Art
3D: Jewelry
My sustained investigation is a physical representation depicting the downward spiral of my grandmother’s mental health and the decline of her bodily health after experiencing a stroke and becoming paralyzed. The pieces explore not only her journey through the stages of grief but the effect it had on our once close-knit relationship.
The opening pieces of my investigation delve into the strain on my relationship with my grandmother.
Pieces #2 and #3 both utilize resin techniques. Piece #2 depicts the new restraints placed upon my grandmother using hard edges and wire rapping, therefore hiding the woman that once was. While piece #3 creates movement by the use of overlapping blue tissue paper representing a shift in dynamics much like rough water. The pieces then begin to focus more upon my grandmother’s experience of the stages of grief as pieces #5, #12, and #13 embody emotions including depression, anger, and acceptance, although reluctant. The investigation completes itself with my coming to terms with the situation depicted in piece #15. The slave bracelet exhibits my understanding that the woman I once loved is forever gone; however, I am Mentally stronger as a result.
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2D Gallery
Puppeteer 1.Marionette strings construct an informal balance through the use of line displaying loss of control
Drowning In work | 2.Framing of the face draws emphasis to the fight in maintaining composure while drowning in work
Tree | 3.The symmetry between the reflected tree and model illustrates the struggles of man vs. nature
Bleachers | 4.Repetition of stairs and purposely glancing out of frame develops a sense of anxiety
Words | 5.Usage of variety displayed in word arrangement emphasizes insecurity and a strive for perfection
Birthday Photo | 6.The contrast of colors and proportion exhibited in the cake conveys dejection or despondency
Prom | 7.Framing of the shoulder balanced by a focus on reflection intensify feelings of frustration
Fridge Glitch | 8.Disconnection associated with overeating exhibited in the rhythm of vibrant distorting colors
Insomnia | 9.Restless experienced during insomnia is exhibited through the movement and form of opaque figures
Ghost People | 10.Vacant seats and movement of opaque figures accentuate isolation through the usage of rhythm
Tears | 11.Contrasting levels of lighting emphasizes strategically set tears aiming to elicit validation
Cloud Reflection | 12.Harmony formed by repeating geometric shapes, and the reflection of the sky elicits detachment
Hand on Window | 13.Hand placement and consolidation of water droplets to one side evokes a sense of anticipation
Hill | 14.Negative space and proportion utilized together creates an atmosphere felt during disassociation
Path | 15.The paths symmetry and leading lines create an uncertain and suspenseful atmosphere
Emma Dooley
AP Studio Art
2D: Photography
My sustained investigation centers on the emotional stages endured by teenagers while undergoing quarantine. For many, including myself, this event was the first significant life-altering situation experienced in our beginning stages of adolescence. Therefore, a multitude of new emotions presented themselves as a result of the circumstance and are displayed throughout my works.
At the beginning of my sustained investigation, I aimed to express the rapid loss of control and overwhelming changes occurring when education was administered virtually.
In pieces #1 and #4, leading lines and the strategic positioning of the figures are intended to induce anxiety. The pieces then begin to develop more complex emotions as the effects of enduring social isolation started to set in. Pieces #10, #12, and #13 utilize rhythm, proportion, and repetition simultaneously. Hence the photos emote desolation and detachment, as teenagers begin to lose touch with reality due to their separation from their peers. The closing photo of my investigation purposely leaves an open-ended feel as the leading lines of the road represent the continuation of the pandemic and problems that will continue to arise.
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