Abstract

This thesis explores perception through ambiguous mixed-media sculpture in order to create the potential for people to question their assumptions of what “is.” Judgments, categorization, and assumptions are big parts of the ways we make sense of our world. Often, we’re wrong about them. This artwork is created in response to the lifelong experience of existing outside the lines – the experience of breaking social rules and the desire for others to realize the potential for multiple truths.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Ceramic sculpture--Themes, motives; Glass sculpture--Themes, motives; Mixed media sculpture--Themes, motives; Perception; Ambiguity; Prejudices

Publication Date

12-5-2023

Document Type

Thesis

Student Type

Graduate

Degree Name

Ceramics (MFA)

Department, Program, or Center

American Crafts, School for

College

College of Art and Design

Advisor

Jane Shellenbarger

Advisor/Committee Member

Suzanne Peck

Advisor/Committee Member

Elizabeth Kronfield

Campus

RIT – Main Campus

Plan Codes

CCER-MFA

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